Network Project Engineer - IP/MPLS

LevelUP HCS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Network Project Engineer to lead the design and implementation of network infrastructure projects. The role involves troubleshooting, performance monitoring, and client support, requiring strong technical skills in IP/MPLS technologies. Ideal candidates will have formal IT qualifications and experience with Nokia hardware and security principles.

Qualifications

• Experience in IP/MPLS technologies.
• Formal qualifications in IT or Networking, ideally at degree level.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy IP/MPLS network architectures.
• Diagnose and resolve network issues quickly.
• Monitor and analyze network performance.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Network Resiliency

Cyber Security

Education

Formal qualifications in IT or Networking

Tools

Nokia’s MD-CLI

Nokia 7750 SR series

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A client of ours is seeking an experienced Network Project Engineer with a strong background in IP/MPLS technologies to lead the design, implementation, and delivery of network infrastructure projects. Working closely with both design and project management teams, you will take ownership of projects from initial concept through to final client handover.

Key Responsibilities

Network Design & Implementation:

• Design, configure, and deploy IP/MPLS network architectures, including hands-on hardware validation in a lab environment, on-site testing, commissioning, and final handover.

Troubleshooting & Maintenance:

• Quickly diagnose and resolve network issues to ensure minimal service disruption.

Performance Monitoring:

• Monitor and analyze network performance, implementing optimization strategies as needed.

Documentation:

• Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, updates, and change management.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of MPLS solutions.

Client Support:

• Provide expert technical support, advice, and operational documentation to clients throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications & Experience (Ideal but not mandatory)

Education:

• Formal qualifications in IT or Networking, ideally at degree level.
• Certifications:

Technical Skills:

• In-depth understanding of traffic engineering and network resiliency techniques
• Proficiency with Nokia’s MD-CLI and other proprietary tools
• Hands-on experience with Nokia hardware, particularly the 7750 SR series
• Strong knowledge of MPLS protocols such as LDP and RSVP-TE
• Solid foundation in Cyber Security principles and configuration of secure networks

Additional Information

Working Conditions:

• Based in Woolwich, SE18 with frequent site visits within Greater London. Some night shifts required during key commissioning phases.

Security Clearance:

• All candidates must be eligible to pass government-level security clearance (e.g., no criminal record).

Drugs & Alcohol Testing:

• Regular testing is mandatory due to the safety-critical nature of our systems and project environments.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

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