Network Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a hands-on Network Field Engineer to support deployment, configuration, troubleshooting, and validation of network infrastructure within large-scale warehouse, distribution, and construction environments. This role focuses primarily on Layer 2 switching, field coordination, and onsite network activation across active industrial and automated fulfillment facilities.

Responsibilities

• Network Deployment & Configuration

  • Configure and validate Layer 2 switching environments within warehouse and distribution facilities
  • Load, review, and troubleshoot switch configuration files
  • Configure and manage: VLANs, trunk ports, port channels, switch port activation/deactivation, subnet assignments
  • Support deployment of Aruba, Cisco, HP, PLC, and industrial switching hardware
  • Absorb and assist in bringing gateways, access points, and network-connected endpoints online
  • Validate switch communication across MDF and IDF environments

• Field Troubleshooting

  • Diagnose and resolve: VLAN mismatches, trunking issues, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) loops, port shutdowns, misconfigured switch ports, upstream connectivity failures, troubleshooting devices connected to incorrect VLANs or subnets
  • Use network diagnostic and monitoring tools including: packet sniffers, network probes, spectrum analyzers
  • Support remote engineering teams during deployment and validation activities

• Site Coordination & Leadership

  • Coordinate daily activities with low-voltage and cabling vendors
  • Provide regular deployment and status updates to engineering leadership
  • Absorb and assist with project execution in active construction and warehouse environments
  • Read and interpret: network drawings, cut sheets, rack layouts, cabling plans
  • Verify proper labeling and deployment of access points and cabling infrastructure

• Documentation & Validation

  • Maintain accurate as-built documentation and deployment records
  • Execute and document test plans for infrastructure validation
  • Participate in project review meetings and deployment readiness discussions
  • Update installation checklists and configuration tracking documentation

Requirements

• CCNA-level engineer with strong practical knowledge of switching environments, MDF/IDF architecture, VLAN configuration, trunking, port channels, and field troubleshooting
• No advanced enterprise routing experience (BGP/OSPF) required, but understanding of how switching infrastructure interconnects and supports operational warehouse systems is essential

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Brookhaven, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Benefits

• 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)
• Workplace Type: Fully onsite position in Brookhaven, MS

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.