Overview
We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.
Position: Wireless Engineer — design, implement, and maintain wireless communication networks, including designing wireless network layouts, configuring hardware and software, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring network security and performance. The role focuses on supporting, designing, and maintaining the Cisco wireless environment, with other duties including routine maintenance and support of SD-WAN, switching, and data centers for nVent’s 120+ locations globally.
Responsibilities
- Network Design and Implementation: Design and implement wireless network infrastructures. nVent primarily uses Cisco hardware and software to support its network infrastructure; familiarity with Cisco products beyond wireless is beneficial.
- Hardware and Software Configuration: Configure and manage Cisco network hardware (e.g., routers, switches, access points) and software (e.g., network management systems).
- Global Support, Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Diagnose and resolve network issues, perform routine maintenance and firmware upgrades, and ensure network stability and performance across 120+ locations globally.
- Security Management: Implement and maintain security protocols to protect the wireless network from unauthorized access and threats.
- Performance Optimization: Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize speed and efficiency. Discuss wireless performance with business leadership to identify tactical and strategic direction for wireless technology.
- Documentation and Reporting: Create documentation for network configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and performance reports.
- Staying Current: Keep up-to-date with the latest wireless technologies, trends, and security best practices.
- Additional Responsibilities: Develop custom wireless applications; conduct site surveys and RF analysis; work with Bluetooth, Zigbee, and other emerging technologies; manage and mentor other team members.
YOU HAVE
- Bachelor\'s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field (preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in supporting wireless platforms.
- Strong knowledge of Cisco technologies.
- Fully bilingual.
- Knowledge of Cisco SD-WAN is preferred.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Preferred Certifications: CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE (not required but preferred).
WE HAVE
- A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
- nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world\'s most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes.
- Our principal office is in London and our management office in Minneapolis. Our portfolio includes brands such as nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.
- Commitment to strengthen communities; philanthropic activities and nVent in Action matching program.
- Core values: Innovative & adaptable; integrity; customer focus; respect and teamwork; optimism; accountability.
- Benefits to support employees; inclusion and diversity that celebrates authenticity.
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