Network Engineer

Rullion Managed Services; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; Hybrid; GBP 83,025 - 110,700; Full time

Job summary

Rullion Managed Services is seeking a Network Engineer to lead the design and delivery of complex network solutions across enterprise and critical infrastructure environments. The role blends design, documentation and hands-on delivery across LAN/WAN, security and communications platforms.

You will work in a hybrid setup with regional travel, partnering with customers and project teams through the full project lifecycle from concept to commissioning. A CCNP or equivalent is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Extensive experience designing and delivering enterprise and operational technology network solutions
• Strong expertise in LAN/WAN design, network security architecture, routing and switching technologies

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex network architectures and telecommunications solutions
• Produce and review network architecture documentation, high- and low-level designs, and network diagrams
• Develop secure and resilient network solutions for critical infrastructure environments
• Present architectural designs to customers and project stakeholders
• Support projects through the full systems engineering lifecycle
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful outcomes

Skills

LAN/WAN design

Security architecture

Routing & Switching

Critical infrastructure

Systems engineering lifecycle

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

CCNP or equivalent

Education

Engineering/CS/Telecom degree

Job description

Network Engineer

Hybrid Working | Regional Travel Required

Contract Duration: 6 Months initially

Outside IR35

The Opportunity

As a Network Architect, you will take ownership of the design and delivery of complex telecommunications and network solutions, supporting operational systems including:

• Secure LAN/WAN network infrastructure
• SCADA and control system networks
• CCTV and surveillance systems
• Voice and communications platforms
• Passenger information and operational technology systems
• Cyber security and network protection solutions
• Backbone communications and transmission networks

You’ll work closely with customers, delivery partners, project teams, systems engineers and technical stakeholders, translating business and operational requirements into innovative, secure and scalable network architectures.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced network professional who enjoys working across the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through to testing, implementation and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Network Design & Architecture

• Lead the design and development of complex network architectures and telecommunications solutions
• Deliver technical designs that meet performance, security, quality and safety requirements
• Produce and review:
• Network architecture documentation
• High- and low-level designs
• Network diagrams
• IP addressing and subnetting strategies
• Security architecture designs
• Cable schedules and diversity plans
• Technical configurations

Technical Expertise

• Ensure designs align with customer requirements, industry standards and operational needs
• Develop secure and resilient network solutions for critical infrastructure environments
• Produce system requirements, specifications and technical proposals
• Present and explain architectural designs to customers and project stakeholders

Project Delivery

• Support projects throughout the full systems engineering lifecycle
• Produce and review test specifications
• Support integration, testing, commissioning and operational deployment activities
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and delivery teams to ensure successful project outcomes

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and delivery partners
• Act as a trusted technical authority for network and communications solutions
• Work closely with engineering, project and innovation teams to influence technical strategy and delivery approaches

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree qualification in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Extensive experience designing and delivering enterprise and operational technology network solutions
• Strong expertise in:
• LAN/WAN network design
• Network security architecture
• Routing and switching technologies
• Critical infrastructure or safety-related environments
• Demonstrable knowledge of the systems engineering lifecycle
• Experience working within quality and safety-driven industries
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to deliver high-quality solutions within demanding project timescales
• Cisco certification at CCNP level or above, or equivalent practical expertise

Desirable Experience

• Experience in one or more of the following areas would be highly advantageous:
• Software Defined Networking (SDN)
• Network automation
• Virtualisation technologies
• Data centre networking
• Next-generation firewalls
• SIEM and cyber security platforms
• Threat intelligence solutions
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Operational technology and industrial control systems
• Experience working within rail, transportation, utilities, defence or other critical infrastructure sectors would be particularly beneficial.
• Professional accreditations such as Chartered Engineer status or relevant industry licences are welcomed.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants