Network Engineer

Select Minds LLC; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Select Minds LLC is seeking experienced Network Engineers to support network infrastructure projects in Lansing, Michigan. The role involves hands-on installation and maintenance of networking equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience with Ethernet LAN and 2 years with TCP/IP protocols. This position is 100% onsite and requires a valid driver’s license and PPE for industrial conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience with Ethernet LAN topologies.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with TCP/IP protocols.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco routers, switches, and wireless access points.
• Experience with Category 5e and Category 6 cabling.
• Fiber-optic cabling and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Visio for network documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and install network infrastructure equipment including routers, switches, and wireless access points.
• Support break-fix activities and handle moves, adds, and changes.
• Conduct site surveys and assist in developing Statements of Work (SOW).
• Troubleshoot Ethernet, TCP/IP, and structured cabling issues.
• Work collaboratively with project and infrastructure teams.

Skills

Ethernet LAN topologies

TCP/IP protocols

Cisco routers

Cisco switches

Wireless access points

Category 5e cabling

Category 6 cabling

Fiber-optic cabling

Cisco ISE

SolarWinds

Microsoft Visio

Troubleshooting skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Network Engineer

We are seeking experienced Network Engineers to support network infrastructure projects within a manufacturing and plant environment. This role involves hands‑on installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of enterprise networking equipment across office and plant floor locations.

Candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Opportunity for advancement

Locations: Cleveland, OH | Middletown, OH | Butler, PA

Duration: 6+ Months Contract‑to‑Hire

Work Type: 100% Onsite

Interview Process: In‑Person Interview

Openings: 3

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and install network infrastructure equipment including: routers, switches, wireless access points, voice gateways, UPS systems.
• Support break‑fix, moves, adds, and changes activities.
• Perform cabling, terminations, rack mounting, and patch panel installations.
• Participate in network infrastructure deployment projects.
• Conduct site surveys and assist in developing Statements of Work (SOW).
• Create and maintain network diagrams using Microsoft Visio.
• Troubleshoot Ethernet, TCP/IP, fiber‑optic, and structured cabling issues.
• Work collaboratively with project and infrastructure teams.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience with Ethernet LAN topologies.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with TCP/IP protocols.
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco routers, switches, and wireless access points.
• Experience with Category 5e and Category 6 cabling.
• Fiber‑optic cabling and troubleshooting.
• Cisco ISE.
• SolarWinds network management tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Visio for network documentation.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and project coordination abilities.
• Experience creating SOWs for networking projects.

Work Environment

Industrial/plant environment. Candidates must be comfortable working in manufacturing/plant floor conditions.

PPE Required

• Safety glasses
• Hard hats
• Steel‑toed/metatarsal boots
• Long sleeve shirts
• Specialized FR/Arc‑proof clothing where required

Ability to lift and install networking equipment.

Valid Driver’s License required.