Senior Wireless Consultant

Puffer-Sweiven • Stafford, TX

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About The Position

For over 75 years, Puffer-Sweiven has set the standard in equipment and services for process control, automation, safety, and reliability. We help process-intensive facilities run more efficiently and safely by delivering quality products, technical support, and knowledgeable staff to implement the needed process solutions — with the goal of exceeding customer expectations. Our dedication brings the most advanced products and services to our customers throughout the Central and Gulf Coast regions of Texas. As an Emerson Impact Partner, we offer a broad base of superior solutions including the top product lines for a given application. Our specialties at Puffer-Sweiven include Process Control & Safety Systems, Control Valves & Regulators, Isolation Valves & Actuation, Oil & Gas Automation, Reliability Solutions & Services, Pressure Management, Specialty Pumps & Rotating Equipment, Instrumentation, and Maintenance & Repair Services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Senior Wireless/RF Engineer, with a strong background in designing, deploying, and maintaining wireless and networking solutions across various industries.
• Proficient in Wi-Fi protocols (802.11 standards) and LAN/WAN configurations.
• Knowledgeable on IT/OT cybersecurity practices.
• Effective problem-solving and analytical skills to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Strong communication and documentation skills for procedure development and team collaboration.

Nice To Haves

• CISCO Certification (CCNA, CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security).
• Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) and Certified Wireless Design Professional (CWDP).

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed outdoor and indoor Wi-Fi site surveys, including large-scale outdoor surveys in oil and gas refineries and chemical plants, utilizing site survey tools such as Ekahau and AirMagnet.
• Conduct comprehensive engineering studies to design Wi-Fi Plant Networks (WPN) in industrial settings, with ownership of configuring switches, routers, firewalls, outdoor mesh access points, Wireless LAN controller, and Windows OS industrial tablets.
• Lead factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing and commissioning.
• Deploy and integrate secure wireless networks within large manufacturing organizations' Process Control Domain (PCD) networks, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Provide training to clients and internal teams on wireless technologies and best practices.
• Offer ongoing support to ensure optimal network performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree