Network Engineer - Eurofins Environment Testing

Eurofins•Houston, TX

2h•$95,000 - $105,000

About The Position

The Network Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure and reliable network infrastructure across multiple locations. This role focuses on deploying and configuring network solutions during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless integration of new sites into the enterprise environment. The Network Engineer will assist with network troubleshooting, hardware installation, and security compliance while collaborating with senior engineers and other IT teams. This position requires frequent travel to new locations for onboarding activities and hands-on network setup, along with a commitment to maintaining high availability and performance standards.

Requirements

Hands-on experience with network configuration and troubleshooting in an enterprise or multi-site environment.
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, and VPN & SDWan technologies.
Familiarity with firewall configuration and basic security best practices.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to complete network integration tasks.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail when diagnosing connectivity issues.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to travel frequently for site onboarding and network setup during mergers and acquisitions. May require approximately 20 trips per year.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional after-hours support when required.
Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered.
2–4 years of hands-on experience in network configuration, troubleshooting, and support in an enterprise or multi-site environment.
Practical experience with Cisco networking equipment; exposure to Fortinet or Check Point firewalls is a plus.
Familiarity with VPN technologies, VLAN configuration, and basic routing protocols.
Experience assisting with network deployments and integrations during mergers and acquisitions or similar projects is highly desirable.
Knowledge of network monitoring tools and basic performance optimization techniques
Experience with Cisco networking hardware and software; exposure to Fortinet or Check Point firewalls is a plus.
Familiarity with VPN configuration, VLAN setup, and basic routing protocols.
Understanding of network security principles and ability to assist with firewall rule management.
Experience supporting network deployments during mergers and acquisitions or similar integration projects.
Knowledge of SD-WAN concepts and cloud networking fundamentals (Azure or AWS) is desirable.
Exposure to network monitoring tools and basic performance optimization techniques.
Interest in learning automation tools (e.g., Ansible) and scripting for network tasks.
Fluent in English language written and oral
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English
Position is full-time Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Houston, TX are encouraged to apply. We do not offer visa sponsorship for this role. Role will require frequent travel to other sites, approximately 20 trips per year.

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, configuration, and deployment of network infrastructure for new sites during mergers and acquisitions.
Install and configure network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and ensure proper connectivity to the enterprise network.
Implement and maintain secure VPN access and network segmentation for new locations.
Support network integration projects, including IP addressing, VLAN configuration, and basic routing adjustments
Collaborate with senior engineers and IT teams to ensure smooth onboarding of acquired sites.
Troubleshoot network connectivity issues and escalate complex problems as needed.
Maintain compliance with network security standards and assist in applying firewall rules and access controls.
Document network configurations and changes for new site integrations.
Provide hands-on support for VoIP and telephony setup during site onboarding.
Utilize network monitoring tools to verify connectivity and performance after deployments.
Travel frequently to new locations for network setup, testing, and user support during onboarding.
Participate in after-hours support rotation when required.
Additional responsibilities as needed