Wireless Network Engineer: Surveys & Backhaul Expert

Sudlows; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sudlows is seeking a Wireless Network Engineer to install, configure, test and document wireless access and LAN backhaul systems. The role includes on-site surveys and maintaining security and integrity of client networks, with strong emphasis on documentation and safety standards.

The candidate should have demonstrable wireless installation and surveying experience, familiarity with Ekahau, and good knowledge of IP networking and LAN architecture.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of wireless network installation.
• Demonstrable knowledge of wireless network surveys and analysis.
• Demonstrable knowledge of switched and routed LAN network architecture.
• Verifiable experience with wireless and networking technologies.
• Experience using wireless surveying tools such as Ekahau.
• Knowledge of IP Networking at a high level and strong IT competence.
• Experience using networking tools to analyse and solve issues.
• Understanding of QoS, DNS, DHCP, Radius, TACACS, SNMP, amongst others.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Working knowledge of current standards governing wireless networking.
• Excellent customer facing manner.
• UK driving licence.
• Flexibility with working location and times.

Responsibilities

• Installation, configuration, testing and documentation of wireless access and LAN backhaul systems.
• Maintenance and fault calls on a range of wireless technologies.
• Interfacing with switched and routed LAN network architecture.
• Maintain integrity and security of end client’s systems at all times.
• Interpreting and understanding proposal documents, schematics and drawings.
• Accurate and timely completion of all work-related documentation including test results, commissioning information, drawings and O&M information.
• Always ensure the highest quality of workmanship.
• Ensure accurate, clear and concise documentation at all times.
• Self-auditing own work.
• Interfacing with other systems and sub-contractors, including Structured Cabling, IP Security, and Building Intelligence Systems.
• Accurate and timely completion of internal documentation as required by employment contract.
• Adherence to Sudlows health and safety standards.
• May assist in other areas of the business as needed.

Skills

Wireless installation

Wireless surveys

LAN architecture

Networking theory

Ekahau

IP Networking basics

Networking troubleshooting

Customer facing

Driving Licence

Flexible location

Education

CCNA or equivalent

Degree in IT/related discipline

Tools

Ekahau

Job description

Sudlows is seeking a Wireless Network Engineer to install, configure, test and document wireless access and LAN backhaul systems. The role includes on-site surveys and maintaining security and integrity of client networks, with strong emphasis on documentation and safety standards.

The candidate should have demonstrable wireless installation and surveying experience, familiarity with Ekahau, and good knowledge of IP networking and LAN architecture.