Network Engineer

Hello Network,

Greetings for the day!

We are urgently recruiting for a Network Engineer for an onsite, on-demand Project in either Brussels OR Dusseldorf. Our client is looking for candidates to start on the 20th February (Belgium) and 21st February (Germany).

Please only apply to this role if you are in country and can start in the next few days!

Network Engineer

Contract Duration: multiple days

Location: Brussels BE (OR) Dusseldorf, Germany

Freelance / B2B contract

40 hours a week / Full-time

Languages: English Fluency

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer to conduct a physical site survey and a wireless pre-survey at a Siemens site in Dusseldorf on February 21st / Brussels on 20th. This role involves on-site assessment of network infrastructure, wireless environment analysis, and detailed documentation. The ideal candidate will have experience in network infrastructure assessment, wireless survey methodologies, and report generation.

Responsibilities:

1. Physical Site Survey:

• Identify and document WAN devices, including their placement and available ports (Copper/Fibre).
• Capture details of network/server rooms (MDF & IDF) and mark them on floor maps.
• Identify network racks, their locations, and available space.
• Document rack layouts, power socket availability, and cooling setups.
• Identify fibre/copper cabling types, patch panels, and free ports.
• Record wired endpoint devices (Printers, CCTV, VoIP, etc.) and their port mappings.
• Take clear photos of racks, patch panels, and devices for comprehensive documentation.
• Accurately complete the site survey template provided by Infosys.

2. Wireless Pre-Survey:

• Conduct a wireless survey using the AP on a Stick method with an Aruba AP 635.
• Identify existing AP placements and assess the feasibility of using existing cabling for new AP installations.
• Capture signal coverage (RSSI), SNR, channel interference, and transmit power for 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz frequency bands.
• Document AP mounting locations, height, and ceiling/wall types.
• Capture photos of existing APs and their connection points.
• Identify high-density user areas and propose optimal AP placements to support these areas.
• Generate a comprehensive wireless survey report including heatmaps and recommendations for coverage improvement.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in network infrastructure assessment and documentation.
• Hands-on experience with wireless survey methodologies, including the AP on a Stick method.
• Familiarity with Aruba AP 635 (or similar wireless survey tools).
• Understanding of network cabling, patch panels, and various network devices.
• Ability to interpret floor plans and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data collection.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently on-site.
• Willingness to travel to Dusseldorf OR Brussels.

If interested in either role, please apply on this job post or contact @Rhys Howells with your CV. If messaging direct, please state which opportunity you would like to apply to?

Good luck with your possible application!