Network Project Engineer

The Trust; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Trust is seeking a Network Project Engineer to design, implement and deliver enterprise network solutions with a focus on Cisco switching/routing, fabric networks and Cisco DNAC/FMC. The role is primarily home/desk based, with hybrid options and occasional on-site delivery as required to support projects.

You will work across multi-vendor environments (Extreme, Palo Alto, Fortinet) while ensuring robust documentation and smooth handover to operations.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco enterprise networking.
• Experience with Cisco fabric networks and DNAC/FMC.
• Solid routing, switching, security and enterprise network design principles.
• Experience delivering network changes within structured projects.
• Multi-vendor exposure: Extreme, Palo Alto, Fortinet.
• Enterprise wireless design and deployment experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and deliver enterprise network solutions within projects.
• Work with Cisco switching/routing, fabric networks and DNAC/FMC.
• Configure and troubleshoot client VPN solutions and security requirements.
• Document implementations and handover artefacts (diagrams, notes).
• Support testing, validation and knowledge transfer during delivery.
• Travel to customer sites when required and participate in hybrid working.

Skills

Cisco enterprise networking

DNAC

FMC

Routing & Switching

Multi-vendor environments

Wireless design

Automation / centralized management

Travel willingness

Tools

DNAC

FMC

Extreme Networks

Palo Alto Networks

Fortinet

Job description

We're hiring a Network Project Engineer! Role Summary: The Network Project Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and delivery of network solutions as part of structured technical projects. The role has a strong focus on Cisco enterprise networking and fabric-based architectures, including Cisco DNA Center (DNAC) and Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC), and operates within a multi-vendor environment. The role is primarily home/desk based, with the flexibility to work onsite or away from home when project delivery requires it.

Core Responsibilities:

• Enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, and fabric-based designs
• Security and segmentation requirements
• Implement designs in line with:
  • Approved reference architectures
  • Project scope and delivery plans
• Support project testing, validation, and handover activities
• Design and implement solutions using:
  • Cisco enterprise switching and routing
  • Cisco fabric-based networking
• Configure, operate, and troubleshoot:
  • Client VPN Solutions
• Work with policy-based networking, automation, and centralised management where appropriate
• Work within environments that may include:
  • Extreme Networks
• Apply consistent engineering principles regardless of vendor
• Documentation & Handover
  • Produce clear technical documentation, including:
    • Implementation notes
    • Network diagrams
• Ensure solutions are supportable and ready for operational handover
• Participate in knowledge transfer where required

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco enterprise networking
• Experience with Cisco fabric networks
• Practical experience using:
  • Cisco DNA Centre (DNAC)
  • Cisco Firepower Management Centre (FMC)
• Solid understanding of:
  • Routing and switching
  • Network security and segmentation
  • Enterprise network design principles
• Experience delivering network changes as part of structured projects
• Experience with:
  • Extreme Networks
  • Palo Alto Networks
  • Fortinet products
• Enterprise wireless design and deployment experience
• Exposure to automation or centralised network management platforms

Security & Eligibility Requirements

• Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC)
• Must have the right to work in the UK
• No visa sponsorship available for this role

Working Pattern & travel

• Primarily home/desk based - Hybrid role
• Must be flexible to:
  • Attend customer or company sites when required
  • Work away from home for short periods where projects demand it
• Out-of-hours or weekend work may be required during project cutovers and busy delivery periods (planned in advance)

What Success Looks like

• Network projects delivered cleanly and predictably
• Cisco fabric and security solutions implemented to a high standard
• Clear documentation and smooth handover to operations
• Positive feedback from Project Managers and technical peers
• Minimal rework caused by design or implementation issues

Personal Attributes

• Calm, methodical, and delivery-focused
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Willing to travel when required
• Takes pride in well-engineered, supportable solutions

Additional Requirements

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be willing to travel as required for the role. A valid UK driving licence may be necessary for certain positions.
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco enterprise networking
• Experience with Cisco fabric networks
• Practical experience using:
  • Cisco DNA Centre (DNAC)
  • Cisco Firepower Management Centre (FMC)
• Solid understanding of:
  • Routing and switching
  • Network security and segmentation
  • Enterprise network design principles
• Experience delivering network changes as part of structured projects
• Experience with:
  • Extreme Networks
  • Palo Alto Networks
  • Fortinet products
• Enterprise wireless design and deployment experience
• Exposure to automation or centralised network management platforms, Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC)
• Must have the right to work in the UK
• No visa sponsorship available for this role, Calm, methodical, and delivery-focused
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Willing to travel when required
• Takes pride in well-engineered, supportable solutions
• This role offers exposure to complex, enterprise-scale Cisco environments, while still working within a pragmatic, delivery-led team.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be willing to travel as required for the role. A valid UK driving licence may be necessary for certain positions.