Network Engineer

Description

Network Engineer

Hybrid Working | Regional Travel Required

Contract Duration: 6 Months initially

Outside IR35

We are seeking a Senior Network Architect to join a growing communications and infrastructure technology team delivering advanced networking and security solutions across large-scale transportation and critical operational environments.

This is an exciting opportunity to design and deliver secure, resilient, and high-performing network architectures that underpin essential public services.

The Opportunity

As a Network Architect, you will take ownership of the design and delivery of complex telecommunications and network solutions, supporting operational systems including:

Secure LAN/WAN network infrastructure

SCADA and control system networks

CCTV and surveillance systems

Voice and communications platforms

Passenger information and operational technology systems

Cyber security and network protection solutions

Backbone communications and transmission networks.

You'll work closely with customers, delivery partners, project teams, systems engineers and technical stakeholders, translating business and operational requirements into innovative, secure and scalable network architectures.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced network professional who enjoys working across the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through to testing, implementation and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Network Design & Architecture

Lead the design and development of complex network architectures and telecommunications solutions

Deliver technical designs that meet performance, security, quality and safety requirements

Produce and review:

Network architecture documentation

High- and low-level designs

Network diagrams

IP addressing and subnetting strategies

Security architecture designs

Cable schedules and diversity plans

Technical configurations

Technical Expertise

Ensure designs align with customer requirements, industry standards and operational needs

Develop secure and resilient network solutions for critical infrastructure environments

Produce system requirements, specifications and technical proposals

Present and explain architectural designs to customers and project stakeholders

Project Delivery

Support projects throughout the full systems engineering lifecycle

Produce and review test specifications

Support integration, testing, commissioning and operational deployment activities

Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and delivery teams to ensure successful project outcomes

Stakeholder Engagement

Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and delivery partners

Act as a trusted technical authority for network and communications solutions

Work closely with engineering, project and innovation teams to influence technical strategy and delivery approaches.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

Degree qualification in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)

Extensive experience designing and delivering enterprise and operational technology network solutions

Strong expertise in:

LAN/WAN network design

Network security architecture

Routing and switching technologies

Critical infrastructure or safety-related environments

Demonstrable knowledge of the systems engineering lifecycle

Experience working within quality and safety-driven industries

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Ability to deliver high-quality solutions within demanding project timescales

Cisco certification at CCNP level or above, or equivalent practical expertise

Desirable Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be highly advantageous:

Software Defined Networking (SDN)

Network automation

Virtualisation technologies

Data centre networking

Next-generation firewalls

SIEM and cyber security platforms

Threat intelligence solutions

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Operational technology and industrial control systems

Experience working within rail, transportation, utilities, defence or other critical infrastructure sectors would be particularly beneficial.

Professional accreditations such as Chartered Engineer status or relevant industry licences are welcomed.