Network Engineer

Infobahn Softword Staffing; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Infobahn Softword Staffing seeks a Chicago-based Network Engineer to design, deploy, and document a real-time video network supporting public safety applications. Role requires 3–5 years in network/system/wireless engineering and experience with Cambium networks and VMS.

The position involves travel to customer sites in the Chicago area, remote coordination, and delivering install plans and test procedures. Downtown Chicago focus with onsite collaboration and periodic onsite visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, CS, IT, or telecommunications.
• 3–5 years in network engineering, system engineering, or wireless communications.
• Experience deploying outdoor point-to-point and point-to-multi-point wireless, Cambium preferred.
• Strong IP networking knowledge, design, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Final design and implementation of the video network including infrastructure, VMS, and camera equipment.
• Deliver professional presentations.
• System staging and acceptance testing.
• Develop and maintain engineering designs, diagrams, and BOMs.
• Provide technical support to PM and installation teams.
• Coordinate with contractors and trades during implementation.
• Provide customer and peer training.
• Deliver final customer system documentation.

Skills

Network engineering

Video system integration

Wireless communications

IP networking

Project management

Technical presentation

Customer interaction

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BSEE/BSCE preferred)

Tools

Cambium Networks

Video Management Systems (VMS)

TCP/IP networking

MPLS

Ethernet switches

Job description

Title: Network EngineerWork Location: (Work locations will be Elgin, Chicago, and customer locations)Duration: 6–12 months (Possible Temporary to Hire)Mon-Fri 8:00 AM to 5:00 PMInterview Process: Virtual & OnsiteTemporary to possible hire based on business needs, performance, and attendance.Candidate will need to drive their own vehicle.Must be able to lift 50 lbs.Position is based in Downtown ChicagoRequires frequent travel to customer and installation locations within the Chicago areaBachelor’s in any of the following: Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, IT, Telecommunications3+ years of Video System Integration, Network Engineering, System Engineering, or Wireless Communications ExperienceScope of Responsibilities / ExpectationsOur Company has an outstanding track record of success and strives to build long term relationships with our customers. Customer satisfaction is given great emphasis and we strive to build a trusted advisor relationship with every customer.The Chicago Solutions team comprises Sales, Project Management, System Engineering and System Technologist personnel working together in a high performance culture, often with demanding cycle times and high customer expectations because we are working on mission critical communication systems.Our core customer uses a large complex network focused around real time video for public safety situational awareness. The system itself is comprised of multiple communication technologies and media types. The role will focus on the design, deployment and documentation of video solutions for this system.The Chicago Systems Engineer will be responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of assigned project(s) from award until system acceptance.This Involves:Final Design and implementation of the video network including infrastructure, VMS, and camera equipmentDelivering professional presentationsSystem stagingSystem acceptance testingDevelop and maintain engineering designs, diagrams, and bill of materialsProvide technical support and advice to PM and Installation teamsWorking with Operations and Project Managers to complete site walks to determine specific client needs and scopeCreate project‑specific install plans, scope documents, and test plansConfigure, integrate, and troubleshoot equipment as required; provides support and assistance to third parties for sub‑contracted activitiesAct as external liaison for customers’ general contractors, subcontractors, and trades people as needed during implementation and support phasesProvide customer and peer trainingDeliver final customer system documentationSpecific Knowledge / SkillsBachelor’s Degree (BSEE / BSCE preferred)3–5 years of Network Engineering, System Engineering or Wireless Communications experience (preferred)Experience deploying outdoor Point‑to‑Point and Point‑to‑Multi‑Point wireless solutions, preferably with Cambium NetworksStrong organization, project management and communication skillsExperience, good understanding, and working knowledge in IP networking, network design methodologies and troubleshooting (Ethernet, TCP/IP, L2/L3, MPLS)Experience/knowledge with current industry camera and video equipment, Video Management SolutionsExperience directly working with end‑user customers is desirableExcellent communication skills and the ability to present complex topics to non‑technical audiencesSelf‑motivated and able to maintain focus in a pressured environmentPreferred ExperienceTroubleshoot/monitor network performance and resolve performance and connectivity issuesExperience with switching and routing protocols (OSPF, ISIS, iBGP, eBGP, M‑BGP, MPLS RSVP‑TE, and LDP)Certifications through CompTIA Network+, Juniper JNCIA‑Junos, Nokia NRS1, CCNA, or similar (preferred)Experience/knowledge in RF System Design (line‑of‑sight microwave propagation).Client will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities upon request.**Key Contributions (First 90–120 Days): **Design, Stage, and Install Network and video equipmentInterview Process:VirtualNumber of interviews: 1 or 2 phone interviewsInterview types: Technical, behavioral, assessment (all of the above)Duration: 30 minutesOnsiteNumber of interviews: 1 or 2Interview types: Technical, behavioral, assessment (all of the above)Arrival instructions: Yes – will be provided by me when the time is rightDuration: 2 hoursTravel & Vehicle Usage: Yes, travel involve driving more than 30% - Use own vehicleSecurity Checks: Background check for VPN and VMS accessTraining: 2 weeks**Nice‑to‑Have Skills: **Really good communication skills and articulationIndustry Experience: I would prefer it but am open to fresh outs as wellYou should be proficient in:Cambium NetworksEthernet, TCP/IP, L2/L3, MPLSswitching and routing protocolsVideo System IntegrationCompTIA Network+, Juniper JNCIA Junos, Nokia NRS1, CCNA