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Role Overview

Client is seeking a Network Engineer to support an on-site voice and network infrastructure rollout at a regulated enterprise facility. This hands-on role involves staging and installing telecom hardware, deploying IP endpoints, and supporting the cutover of legacy analog systems to a modern voice network. The role is critical to ensuring a smooth transition of telecom infrastructure with minimal disruption to daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

Unbox, inventory, rack, cable, and power on network and collaboration hardware — including voice routers, high-density analog gateways, compute servers, and PoE switches — across data centers and telecom closets
Deploy physical IP phones to user desks, patch into data jacks or PoE adapters, enter activation codes, and verify phone registration on the network
Assist telecom technicians with physical cross-connects between legacy terminal blocks and voice gateway ports, and test physical dial tone across facility phones, hotline/PLAR units, and paging amplifiers
Execute on-site test scripts covering basic dial tone, inbound/outbound calling, feature testing (hold, transfer, conference), voicemail message-waiting indicators, and emergency line dial checks
Maintain physical asset tracking spreadsheets (MAC addresses, serial numbers, port assignments, and desk locations) and report daily progress to the Project Manager

Required Qualifications

Hands-on, working knowledge of structured cabling standards (CAT5e/6, RJ45, RJ11, 25-pair/50-pin RJ21 amphenol connectors)
Ability to use basic field testing tools, including cable testers, tone generators, and test sets for analog line verification
Basic familiarity with IP phone onboarding, LCD menu navigation, and activation code provisioning
Basic CLI and web GUI familiarity to verify link status, interface states, and gateway port LED indicators
Basic understanding of Power over Ethernet (PoE) and long-reach Ethernet adapters
High proficiency in Excel/spreadsheets to accurately record serial numbers, MAC addresses, port mappings, and testing results
Proven track record of strictly adhering to enterprise facility safety rules, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and secure facility access protocols
Punctual, organized, and physically capable of handling equipment movement, racking, and desk-to-desk hardware rollouts
Strong interpersonal skills to interface courteously with on-site customer staff, facility operators, and local cabling contractors
Ability to follow step-by-step technical instructions from remote senior engineering leads without skipping procedural safeguards
Fluent English communication skills, both verbal and written
Diploma or degree in Computer Systems Networking, Telecommunications Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent field experience

Preferred Qualifications

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or a relevant network technician certification
Vendor cabling or telecom technician certifications are an asset

Tools & Technologies

Enterprise IP telephony systems and analog voice gateways
Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches and long-reach Ethernet adapters
Structured cabling systems (CAT5e/6, RJ45/RJ11, RJ21 amphenol)
Cable testers, tone generators, and analog test/butt sets
Microsoft Excel for asset and inventory tracking

Responsibilities