Network Engineer II

Finley Engineering Company Inc.•Minneapolis, MO

22h•$85,000 - $100,000•Remote

About The Position

Responsible for evaluating, designing, developing, implementing, and commissioning telecommunications network infrastructure supporting broadband, transport, and access systems. This role serves as a technical resource for core networking, transport, routing, security, and infrastructure modernization projects. The Network Engineer II collaborates with clients, vendors, operations teams, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver scalable, reliable, and secure network solutions while supporting engineering standards and operational excellence.

Requirements

3-6 years of progressively responsible experience designing, implementing, or supporting telecommunications or enterprise network environments.
Strong knowledge of: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and NAT
Routing protocols including ISIS, OSPF, and BGP.
Switching technologies including VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and EtherChannel
VPN technologies including IPSec and SSL VPN
Network security concepts, firewall administration, and secure network design
Familiarity with cloud networking concepts and hybrid infrastructure environments.
A valid motor vehicle driver’s license in good standing is required.
No DWI/DUI convictions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with network automation or scripting tools such as PowerShell, Python, or Ansible.
Experience with broadband service provider, electric utility communications, and/or carrier transport networks.
Experience deploying GPON or XGS-PON access technologies.
Experience deploying transport technologies including MPLS, Segment Routing, DWDM, G.8032, and ERPS.
Experience deploying wireless communications systems.
Experience deploying, monitoring, and troubleshooting carrier ethernet.
Experience designing and supporting multivendor broadband telecommunications environments including platforms from Adtran, Calix, Ciena, Cisco, Juniper, Nokia, Ribbon or similar telecommunications networking platforms.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, design, and commission telecommunications networks from the access layer through the core network.
Design, develop, implement, and maintain fiber optic access and transport systems.
Develop and evaluate Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Information (RFIs) from equipment manufacturers and technology vendors.
Develop documentation and implementation plans for network installations, maintenance, and migrations.
Configure and deploy routers, switches, firewalls, wireless infrastructure, load balancers, and related networking equipment.
Implement network security best practices including VLANs, ACLs, firewalls, VPNs, and Network Access Control (NAC).
Plan, support, and execute network installations, upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure expansions.
Create and maintain detailed network documentation, diagrams, standards, and operating procedures.
Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to identify vulnerabilities, implement security controls, and maintain regulatory and organizational compliance.
Coordinate with vendors, service providers, and project teams throughout equipment procurement, deployment, and support.
Troubleshoot network performance issues and recommend improvements that enhance reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and engineering support staff.
Maintain current knowledge of emerging networking technologies, industry standards, and best practices.
Perform other related duties, as assigned.