Senior Network Engineer

Gentis Solutions; Merrillville (IN); Hybrid; USD 114,400 - 141,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401K Match (4%)

Paid Time Off (accrued)

Job summary

A leading utility and energy provider is seeking a Senior Network Engineer in Merrillville, Indiana, to support a large-scale wireless network refresh project. This role involves assessing current infrastructure, guiding wireless design, and ensuring operational readiness. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Cisco networking, with 3 or more years of experience in wireless networking and knowledge of enterprise environments. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in wireless networking, preferably enterprise environments.
• Hands-on experience with wireless site surveys and tools.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco networking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments of existing wireless networks.
• Monitor implementation progress to ensure timely delivery.
• Validate operational status and configuration of all access points.

Skills

Cisco networking expertise

Wireless networking knowledge

Log analysis and troubleshooting

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Ekahau

Network diagramming tools

Job description

This range is provided by Gentis Solutions. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$114,400.00/yr - $141,440.00/yr

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Location: Merrillville, Indiana (Hybrid – 2 days onsite, 3 remote)

Duration: 6-Month Contract (potential to extend or convert)

Compensation: $55–$68/hour | Equivalent to ~$114,400 – $141,440/year

W2 – Full Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401K Match (4%), Paid Time Off (accrued)

Start: ASAP

Interview Process: Virtual interviews with technical and project stakeholders

About the Role

Our client, a leading utility and energy provider, is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support a large-scale wireless network refresh project. This role requires strong expertise in Cisco networking and enterprise wireless technologies, along with the ability to coordinate across technical and business teams. You’ll play a critical part in assessing current infrastructure, guiding wireless design, ensuring accurate implementation, and verifying operational readiness.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct site-by-site assessments of existing wireless networks to gather accurate current-state data
• Compare current wireless infrastructure against documentation to define scope and identify gaps
• Review Cisco switch configurations and assess scalability for wireless expansion
• Collect, validate, and organize floorplans to support wireless design and planning
• Collaborate with installation and configuration teams to align deployment with design standards
• Monitor implementation progress to ensure timely delivery and adherence to schedules
• Perform post-implementation reviews to validate network operability and performance
• Ensure complete removal of outdated equipment and confirm replacements match design specs
• Validate operational status and configuration of all access points (APs)
• Update and maintain support documentation, including floorplans, inventories, and references
• Track milestones and deliverables to ensure timely execution
• Coordinate with IT, facilities, and vendors to align project activities
• Maintain project documentation such as schedules, notes, and status reports
• Assist in identifying and mitigating risks that could impact project outcomes

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in wireless networking, preferably enterprise environments
• Strong knowledge of Cisco networking equipment and wireless technologies
• Hands-on experience with wireless site surveys and tools such as Ekahau
• Proficiency with network documentation and diagramming tools
• Strong troubleshooting skills, including log analysis and configuration optimization
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Nice to Have

• Experience with F5 version upgrades or migrations
• Knowledge of cloud integrations (AWS, Azure) with F5 services
• Background in high-availability enterprise environments with load balancing

Interview Process

• Virtual interviews with technical and project stakeholders

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Industries