Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer

Aberdeen, UK (Onsite)

£45,000 per annum + benefits

Up to 60 days global travel per year

We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join a global IT environment, supporting the delivery, refresh, and ongoing support of network infrastructure across multiple international sites. This is a hands-on, technical role suited to someone comfortable operating at 3rd line escalation level within a complex, outsourced setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, configure, and deliver network solutions to defined design specifications
• Support LAN, WAN, and Firewall technologies including Fortigate, Palo Alto, and Cisco
• Act as a 3rd line escalation point for network-related incidents and outages
• Contribute to technical design and collaborate with Architecture teams on standards and solutions
• Participate in global projects, including testing and deployment of new hardware
• Produce and maintain clear, standardised technical documentation
• Work as part of a broader project delivery team in a global environment

Mandatory Requirements

• Energy industry experience
• Ability to handle L3 escalations
• 10+ years of network engineering experience
• Willingness to undertake minimum 60 days global travel per year
• Strong hands-on expertise with Fortigate, Palo Alto, and Cisco technologies

Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of network design, implementation, and operational support
• Experience delivering network solutions within projects and live environments
• Knowledge of industry standards and current technology trends
• Familiarity with IT service and delivery frameworks (e.g. ITIL, ISO)

Personal Attributes

• Strong communicator with a collaborative, team-focused mindset
• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision
• Flexible and willing to travel internationally, sometimes at short notice

This role is office-based in Aberdeen and requires onsite presence.