Network Engineer - Systems Implementation

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; Ravenel (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Per diem

Certification assistance

Job summary

Crawford Thomas Recruiting currently seeks an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure for government, commercial, and nationwide projects. Based near Charleston, SC, the role covers wired and wireless networks using Cisco, Juniper, and Meraki technologies.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on enterprise networking experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to travel nationwide up to 50% to support project needs and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience designing, configuring, and deploying enterprise network infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, and wireless networking technologies.
• Ability to create and maintain technical network documentation and diagrams.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the United States up to 50%.
• Ability to obtain a government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, deploy, and support wired and wireless enterprise network infrastructure.
• Conduct network and wireless site surveys, assessments, and infrastructure evaluations.
• Configure and deploy Cisco, Juniper, and Meraki networking equipment.
• Develop network architectures, topologies, and deployment documentation.
• Program and configure switches, routers, and wireless access points (WAPs).
• Troubleshoot network performance, connectivity, and infrastructure issues.
• Assist with equipment recommendations, material takeoffs, and project estimates.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, customers, and field technicians throughout project execution.
• Produce as-built documentation, network diagrams, and implementation reports.
• Support network migrations, cutovers, commissioning, and system acceptance testing.
• Ensure network solutions comply with customer requirements, industry standards, and applicable security policies.

Skills

Enterprise networking

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Travel flexibility

Tools

Cisco Catalyst

Juniper

Meraki

Job description

Experience: 3+ Years of Enterprise Network Engineering Experience

Core Technologies: Cisco | Juniper | Meraki | Wired & Wireless Networking

Clearance: Ability to Obtain a Government Security Clearance

About The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support a growing portfolio of enterprise, commercial, and government network infrastructure projects across the United States.

Based in Charleston, SC, this role is responsible for designing, implementing, configuring, and supporting wired and wireless network solutions utilizing Cisco, Juniper, and Meraki technologies.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on enterprise networking experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the flexibility to travel nationwide based on project needs.

What You'll Do

• Design, configure, deploy, and support wired and wireless enterprise network infrastructure
• Conduct network and wireless site surveys, assessments, and infrastructure evaluations
• Configure and deploy Cisco, Juniper, and Meraki networking equipment
• Develop network architectures, topologies, and deployment documentation
• Program and configure switches, routers, and wireless access points (WAPs)
• Troubleshoot network performance, connectivity, and infrastructure issues
• Assist with equipment recommendations, material takeoffs, and project estimates
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, customers, and field technicians throughout project execution
• Produce as-built documentation, network diagrams, and implementation reports
• Support network migrations, cutovers, commissioning, and system acceptance testing
• Ensure network solutions comply with customer requirements, industry standards, and applicable security policies

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years of experience designing, configuring, and deploying enterprise network infrastructure
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst switching platforms
• Experience configuring and supporting Juniper networking equipment
• Experience with Cisco Meraki cloud‑managed networking solutions
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, and wireless networking technologies
• Experience performing network surveys, assessments, and topology development
• Ability to create and maintain technical network documentation and diagrams
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the United States up to 50%
• Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screening
• Ability to obtain a government security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting government, defense, or public‑sector infrastructure projects
• Experience with Ekahau or similar wireless survey software
• Knowledge of network security best practices and secure network architecture
• Experience supporting large‑scale network refresh, migration, or modernization projects
• Industry networking certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, JNCIS, CWNA, or equivalent

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable climbing ladders and working in telecommunications rooms, data centers, and construction environments
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during site surveys and installations
• Health and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Paid travel expenses and per diem
• Professional development and certification assistance
• Career growth and advancement opportunitie
• Exposure to large‑scale enterprise and nationwide network infrastructure projects

If you're an experienced Network Engineer looking to work on complex enterprise and government infrastructure projects using Cisco, Juniper, and Meraki technologies, we'd like to hear from you.