Network Engineer

Decommissioning Engineer | Freelance | Fully Remote

We’re supporting a large enterprise client seeking a Decommissioning Engineer to lead the safe shutdown and retirement of infrastructure and network devices, ensuring robust processes, risk mitigation, compliance, and full lifecycle documentation.

This is a key role within a major transformation programme, working alongside engineering, security, and project teams to decommission legacy environments with minimal disruption.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute decommissioning activities across network and infrastructure assets
• Ensure devices are safely shut down, removed, and retired in line with governance and compliance standards
• Conduct risk assessments and manage issues throughout the decommissioning lifecycle
• Maintain accurate asset records and documentation (e.g. ServiceNow)
• Collaborate with engineering, NetOps, and project teams to coordinate activities

Requirements:

• Proven experience in infrastructure or network decommissioning
• Strong understanding of risk, compliance, and change management processes
• Experience working in large, enterprise environments
• Familiarity with asset management and documentation tools
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously

Details:

• Mode: Remote
• Contract: Freelance
• Duration: Until end of June