Network Engineer

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System One is seeking two motivated, detail-oriented Contract Network Engineers to support a multi-state, multi-site networking infrastructure environment. This role supports commercial, industrial, research, and energy-related network systems. The ideal candidate thrives in time-sensitive environments, balances urgency with precision, and collaborates effectively within cross-functional technical teams.

This position is 100% onsite in Bellevue, WA .

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement new network solutions and improve existing network efficiency across:

  • Business office environments

  • Research laboratories

  • Industrial systems

  • Energy plant site deployments

  • Install, configure, maintain, and support network equipment; coordinate third-party vendors as needed

  • Support commercial and industrial network systems for new construction projects in Wyoming and office/lab locations in Washington state and Maryland

  • Translate business and operational requirements into enterprise and industrial network solutions, including industrial control systems

  • Apply best practices in:

  • Network architecture

  • Cybersecurity

  • Change management

  • Support availability of IP transport functions, including:

  • Edge firewalls

  • SD-WAN

  • LAN/WAN routing and switching

  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize wired and wireless network performance

  • Investigate network faults, coordinate repairs, and update equipment

  • Produce and maintain network documentation and diagrams

  • Report network status and issues to key stakeholders

  • Stay current on industry standards, networking technologies, and equipment

  • Collaborate with IT systems engineers and management to ensure enterprise infrastructure availability

  • Manage hardware, service provider contracts, licensing, and support agreements

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer

  • 3+ years of experience supporting Industrial Control System (ICS) networking infrastructure and protocols (DCS/SCADA)

  • Strong knowledge of enterprise networking hardware and infrastructure

  • Hands-on experience with:

  • Aruba CX

  • Palo Alto firewalls

  • National Instruments cRIO or equivalent technologies

  • Demonstrated expertise with Layer 2 / Layer 3 networking technologies and protocols

  • Knowledge of application-level protocols including:

  • SNMP, SSH, HTTPS

  • DHCP, DNS

  • 802.1x, IPSec

  • Networking certifications such as ACSP, CCNP, or equivalent knowledge required

  • Ability to build strong rapport with business partners and stakeholders

  • Deadline-driven, detail-oriented, and highly organized

Job Functions
The following job functions describe physical and working conditions associated with the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis.

  • Sitting and/or standing for extended periods
  • Bending, stooping, grasping, and fine motor control
  • Minimal physical exertion; ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds
  • Occasional repetitive work
  • Visual and audio focused work
  • Typing/keyboard use in standard office or lab environments (>8 hours/day)
  • Travel required: 10-30% during construction phases across multiple locations (primarily Pacific Northwest)

Additional Information

  • Work Location: Bellevue, WA (100% onsite)
  • Contract Position
  • Travel: 10-30%

Ref: #161-Managed Staffing Charlotte