Network Engineer III

DPR•Austin, TX

13h

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Level 3 Network Engineer with deep expertise in Cisco and Meraki network solutions and a strong background in designing, implementing, and supporting complex enterprise network environments. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of professional network engineering experience, excel in troubleshooting advanced issues, and serve as a subject matter expert across routing, switching, wireless, SD-WAN, and security technologies. DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers .

Requirements

10+ years of professional network engineering experience in medium-to-large enterprise environments.
Expert-level proficiency with Cisco Meraki platforms (MX, MS, MR, MV, MT, Systems Manager).
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, NTP, VLANs, STP, QoS.
Routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP.
Firewalling, VPN technologies (IPSec, AutoVPN), SD-WAN.
Wireless design principles and RF fundamentals.
Experience with network automation (Python, APIs, Ansible) a strong plus.
Strong familiarity with cloud networking integrations (Azure) preferred. VNET, Gateways, Firewalls, NSGs, Routing, etc.
Deep understanding of DNS architecture, design and troubleshooting (public and private)
Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
Relevant certifications preferred: CMNA, CMNP, CCNA/CCNP/CCIE.
Strong problem-solving ability with a proactive approach.
Ability to function effectively under pressure in mission-critical environments.
Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
Self-starter, driven, able to work independently
Will require occasional off-hours support for critical incidents or planned maintenance.
Ability to travel to remote sites when necessary.

Responsibilities

Network Design & Architecture - Design and architect scalable, secure, and high-performing network solutions using Cisco Meraki technologies (MX, MS, MR, MV, MT, Systems Manager).
Meraki licensing experience and cost optimization
Develop and document end-to-end network architectures, topology diagrams, and implementation plans.
Evaluate new network technologies and recommend design improvements aligned with organizational goals.
Implementation & Configuration - Lead the deployment, configuration, and optimization of Meraki-based networks across multiple sites.
Configure and manage routing (BGP, OSPF), switching (Layer 2/Layer 3), wireless networks, firewalls, and SD-WAN.
Automate network processes where possible using APIs, scripting, or Meraki Dashboard automation tools.
Advanced Support & Troubleshooting - Serve as an L3 escalation point for complex network incidents and performance issues.
Analyze packet captures, logs, and telemetry to troubleshoot and resolve high-impact outages.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement long-term corrective actions.
Security & Compliance - Implement and enforce network security best practices including segmentation, firewall policy management, IDS/IPS tuning, and secure VPN design.
Collaborate with security teams to support audits, incident response, and compliance standards (NIST, CIS, ISO, etc.).
Monitoring & Optimization - Use Meraki Dashboard, SNMP, NetFlow, and other monitoring tools to proactively identify network issues and trends.
Optimize network performance through capacity planning, firmware management, and infrastructure enhancements.
Documentation & Knowledge Transfer - Maintain detailed and accurate network documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers.