Field Engineer - Network Deployment

The GOR Group, LLC
  • Abilene, Texas
    2 days ago

    Job Description

    Mission Critical Construction | Data Centers

    The GOR Group is partnering with a leading technology solutions provider to identify an experienced Field Engineer - Network Deployment to support complex network infrastructure implementations for enterprise clients.

    This position works in partnership with operations and across multiple levels and departments to plan, design, configure, deploy, and troubleshoot client network installations. The Project Engineer will work directly with clients to understand technical and operational requirements, serve as a subject matter expert throughout implementation, and ensure solutions are successfully delivered on time and in alignment with project expectations.

    The ideal candidate brings strong post-sales engineering experience, deep Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking knowledge, and the ability to manage technical deployments from requirements gathering through implementation and final delivery.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Provide post-sales engineering and implementation services for network solutions, including:

      • Requirements gathering and definition
      • Implementation planning
      • End-to-end network and system design
      • Equipment staging
      • Configuration development and testing
      • Hardware and software deployment
      • Multi-site and geographically distributed implementations
    • Partner directly with clients to understand technical, business, and operational requirements and translate those requirements into effective network solutions.

    • Monitor projects throughout the implementation lifecycle, track established milestones, and participate in client status calls to ensure deployments remain on schedule.

    • Proactively evaluate solution specifications as client requirements evolve and recommend changes that improve performance, reliability, efficiency, and overall value.

    • Prepare technical documentation for internal teams and clients detailing system designs, implementation plans, configurations, and deployed solutions.

    • Develop and maintain productive relationships with clients, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), carrier services, hardware and software vendors, and other key technology partners.

    • Provide technical guidance regarding product architecture, functionality, system and data requirements, service delivery, and integration with enterprise applications.

    • Troubleshoot implementation and production issues, conduct root cause analysis, and provide timely documentation of issues, corrective actions, and outcomes.

    • Maintain a strong client-service environment focused on proactive problem identification, rapid resolution, and achievement of internal and external service-level agreements (SLAs).

    • Research emerging technology, market, and industry trends to identify and implement relevant best practices and methodologies.

    • Continuously expand technical knowledge across networking infrastructure, operating systems, cloud technologies, virtualization, and other supported solutions.

    • Identify opportunities to improve, simplify, and automate engineering and service-delivery processes.

    • Work collaboratively across engineering, operations, project management, and other functional teams to support successful deployments and organizational priorities.

    • Utilize established escalation and exception-management processes to address implementation challenges and recommend improvements.

    • Meet established operational, financial, client satisfaction, and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) objectives.

    • Perform additional duties as assigned.

    Education & Experience

    • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred. Equivalent relevant professional experience will also be considered.

    • Minimum of 5 years of engineering deployment experience, including complex client requirements assessment, solution design, and technical implementation within the technology services industry.

    • Experience working within a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment is preferred.

    • Previous post-sales engineering experience with network solutions, including requirements definition, implementation planning, end-to-end system design, equipment staging, configuration creation and testing, and solution deployment.

    • Experience supporting geographically distributed hardware and/or software network deployments.

    Technical Qualifications

    • Excellent Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking skills.

    • Strong knowledge of enterprise networking technologies and infrastructure, including:

      • LAN/WAN environments
      • Routing and switching
      • Structured cabling
      • Telecommunications access methods
      • DNS
      • Global Server Load Balancing (GSLB)
      • Local and global load balancing
      • SSL acceleration
      • HTTP compression and caching
      • High-availability network environments
    • Production-environment experience directly managing routers, switches, load balancers, DNS, and other network infrastructure.

    • Knowledge of legacy networking technologies and complex system interdependencies.

    • Experience with cloud and virtualization technologies is preferred.

    • Strong problem-solving and systems-analysis skills with demonstrated experience performing root cause analysis, measuring effectiveness, and documenting solutions.

    • Ability to think across end-to-end processes, including experience with business processes and workflow design.

    • Demonstrated ability to continually expand and apply knowledge of technology, market, and industry trends.

    • Ability to work effectively across technical and operational teams to optimize service delivery and provide a seamless client experience.

    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, SharePoint, ERP platforms, AutoCAD, service-delivery management tools, and related cloud-based technology systems.

    Preferred Certifications

    Relevant technical certifications are preferred, including:

    • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
    • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
    • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
    • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or related Microsoft certifications
    • Other relevant network, infrastructure, or cloud certifications

    Core Competencies

    Client Focus

    Demonstrates a strong commitment to understanding and meeting internal and external client needs. Considers the impact on the client when making decisions and actively identifies opportunities to improve service quality, efficiency, and the overall client experience.

    Accountability

    Takes ownership of responsibilities, commitments, and outcomes while understanding how individual performance contributes to larger organizational and client objectives. Looks beyond immediate responsibilities to identify opportunities for improvement.

    Business Acumen

    Evaluates technical and operational decisions within the broader context of business requirements, cost, performance, and organizational objectives. Uses technology and data to support effective decision-making and improve collaboration across teams.

    Decision Making & Problem Solving

    Uses technical knowledge, analysis, experience, and sound judgment to identify root causes and resolve complex issues. Balances immediate issue resolution with the development of sustainable, long-term solutions.

    Results Focus

    Maintains high performance standards and demonstrates a strong commitment to successful project execution, service delivery, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement.

    Collaboration

    Works effectively across engineering, operations, vendors, and client organizations to execute complex network deployments and create a seamless client experience.


    About the GOR Group:

    At GOR Group, we believe in Grit Over Resume.

    We understand that great talent does not always come from a perfectly matched resume. While experience and technical skills matter, we know that some of the most successful professionals are those who demonstrate the character, determination, and drive to learn, adapt, and deliver results.

    We value individuals who demonstrate:

    • Leadership
    • Accountability
    • Problem Solving
    • Adaptability
    • Strong Communication
    • Continuous Learning
    • A Willingness to Take on Challenges
    • A Strong Work Ethic
    • The Ability to Grow and Develop in New Environments

    If your experience does not align with every requirement, but you believe you can make an impact, we encourage you to apply.

    At GOR Group, we look beyond job titles and keyword matches. We focus on identifying individuals who bring the right attitude, work ethic, leadership, and technical capability to help our clients succeed. We partner with organizations across the mission critical, data center, manufacturing, commissioning, construction, and infrastructure industries to connect them with professionals who are ready to contribute, grow, and build meaningful careers.

    If you're ready to help build the next generation of digital infrastructure while advancing your career in one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, we'd love to hear from you.

    Know Someone Who Might Be a Fit?

    GOR Group believes in Grit Over Resume. Great talent often comes through strong networks and referrals from industry professionals.

    If you know someone in the mission critical, data center, manufacturing, commissioning, construction, or infrastructure industries who may be open to new opportunities, we offer a $500 referral bonus for successful placements. If your referral is hired and completes the required employment period, we'll reward you for helping connect great talent with great opportunities.

    Reach out to our team to learn more about our referral program and current openings.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAbilene, Texas

    Skills

    • Address Managementunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • AutoCADunmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • Business Operationsunmatched
    • Business Processesunmatched
    • Business Skillsunmatched
    • CCIE - Cisco Certified Internetwork Expertunmatched
    • CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associateunmatched
    • CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professionalunmatched
    • Cachingunmatched
    • Cloud Computingunmatched
    • Commissioningunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Maintenanceunmatched
    • Computer Scienceunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Corrective Actionunmatched
    • Customer Experienceunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Customer/Client Researchunmatched
    • DNS (Domain Name System)unmatched
    • Decision Supportunmatched
    • Delivery Managementunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
    • Emerging Technologyunmatched
    • Engineeringunmatched
    • Enterprise Application Integration (EAI)unmatched
    • HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol)unmatched
    • Hardware Administrationunmatched
    • High Availabilityunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Industry/Trade Analysisunmatched
    • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
    • Infrastructure Constructionunmatched
    • Internet Service Providersunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Load Balancingunmatched
    • Local Area Network (LAN)unmatched
    • MCSE - Microsoft Certified Systems Engineerunmatched
    • Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS)unmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Microsoft Certificationsunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
    • Microsoft SharePointunmatched
    • Network Administration/Managementunmatched
    • Network Configuration Managementunmatched
    • Network Designunmatched
    • Network Operations Centerunmatched
    • Network Routersunmatched
    • Network Routingunmatched
    • Network Supportunmatched
    • Network Switchingunmatched
    • Network Systemsunmatched
    • Operating Systemsunmatched
    • Operational Auditunmatched
    • Operations Managementunmatched
    • Performance Managementunmatched
    • Performance Metricsunmatched
    • Post-Salesunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Production Systemsunmatched
    • Project Engineeringunmatched
    • Project Executionunmatched
    • Project Trackingunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Reliability Engineeringunmatched
    • Requirements Managementunmatched
    • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
    • SSL-TLS (Secure Socket Layer - Transport Layer Security)unmatched
    • Sales/Support Engineering (SE)unmatched
    • Service Deliveryunmatched
    • Service Level Agreement (SLA)unmatched
    • Sustainabilityunmatched
    • Systems Analysisunmatched
    • Technical Analysisunmatched
    • Technical Leadershipunmatched
    • Technical Researchunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • Telecommunicationsunmatched
    • Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Virtualizationunmatched
    • Wide Area Network (WAN)unmatched

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