Sr. Network Engineer

TEKsystems; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

TEKsystems is expanding its Network Engineering team in Michigan. They seek a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement and manage Cisco-based networks for corporate and OT in manufacturing environments.

The role is a contract-to-hire with onsite-heavy start, progressing to flexible hybrid work as the merger stabilizes. Expect strong CCNA/CCNP level Cisco expertise, Meraki experience and SD-WAN experience for multiple Michigan locations, including Auburn Hills, Detroit, and Lake Orion.

Qualifications

• Strong Cisco security devices and policy application experience.
• Experience designing and deploying Cisco wireless and Meraki environments.
• Manufacturing/industrial network exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and manage Cisco-based network infra for corporate and OT.
• Lead SD-WAN rollout and site stand-up during merger integrations.
• Troubleshoot and optimize network performance across multiple sites.

Skills

Network engineering

Firewall

Cisco routers

WAN

Cisco switches

Troubleshooting

Switches

Wireless

Routing

Ccna

Ccnp

Network architecture

Infrastructure

Education

CCNA

CCNP

CMNA

ECMS

Tools

Cisco ASA

Cisco Firepower

Cisco Meraki

WLC (Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers)

Meraki MX/ MS/MR

Job description

Description

TEKsystems is expanding it's Network Engineering team to keep up with strategic goals as well as the growth of the company.They are seeking to add a senior Network Engineer to their team to help with designing, implementing, and managing network infrastructure for both corporate and OT technology within their manufacturing environment. They are looking for someone with very strong networking experience specifically in Cisco technologies. They are looking to bring this person on via contract to hire and have them as an FTE by middle of next year.

The company is experiencing alot of growth right now thru the merger and is currently standing up a new manufacturing opp in Lake Orion, MI that needs to be built out in addition to implementing SD WAN to better manage the networks around their various locations. They currently have manufacturing in Detroit, MI ; Datacenter in Southfield ; manufacturing in Highland Park ; corporate office in Auburn Hills, MI + the location they are standing up in Lake Orion.

Skills

Network engineering, Firewall, Cisco routers, Wan, Cisco switches, Troubleshooting, Switches, Wireless, Routing, Router, Ccna, Ccnp, Network architecture, Infrastructure

Top Skills Details

Network engineering,Firewall,Cisco routers,Wan,Cisco switches,Troubleshooting,Switches,Wireless,Routing

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• TEKsystems is a full Cisco shop and this person needs to be strong with Cisco Firewalls (ASA & Firepower) and be able to configure as well as apply policies & rules.
• They use Cisco Wireless LAN controllers that engineers are responsible for VLAN segmentation, QoS, and access controls.
• Cisco Meraki - need to be comfortable designing, deploying, and managing the environments including the MX secruity appliances, MS switches, nad MR access points using the Meraki dashboard.
• CCNA / CCNP / CMNA / ECMS preferred
• Any additional experience across a manufacturing or automotive organization is very beneficial.

HYBRID ROLE:

• This role will start off as 4 days on site, 1 day remote for the first several weeks, however when they go in it could be to either Auburn Hills, MI or the manufacturing location in Detroit.
• This will become more flexible over time, however the first 4-6 weeks they want to have them onsite to get more ingrained in operations and how things work
• Additionally - once they are in the swing of things - they may need to spend their on site days at Lake Orion occasionally during the stand up of the facility.
• Eventually it'd be fair to expect 2-3 days on site the rest remotely.

Overall network team is still being bridged thru the merger, but the group as a whole with a manager over the group. They have Sr. Engineer or Architect level team members exclusively on this team. This person will function as a heavy individual contributor, but will get exposure to take part in the design and architecture as they grow with the company.

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southfield, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness
• Accident
• and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southfield, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Southfield,MI.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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