Network Engineering Consultant

Overview

Become a part of ENERCON as a Network Engineering Consultant in the Nuclear Services Group. We are committed to investing in our employees by providing training, mentorship, and resources for long‑term career growth. Whether you aim to become a technical expert, people leader, project manager, or business development leader, we support your professional journey. We encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity and become part of our innovative and impactful team.

This position offers flexibility in the following office locations:

• Kennesaw, GA
• FT Worth, TX
• Naperville, IL
• Baton Rouge, LA
• Birmingham, AL
• Kennewick, WA
• Overland Park, KS
• Chattanooga, TN

Responsibilities

Our engineers collaborate with interdisciplinary partners, coordinate with diverse engineering teams, and ensure project success. In this role, you will support ICT, cybersecurity, network, and communications system design, addressing complex technical challenges across structured cabling, wireless/RF, network architecture, and plant communication platforms. A typical day may include developing design studies, preparing network evaluations, participating in project meetings, performing site walkdowns, or mentoring junior team members. We help you apply your skills to exciting and important projects.

Project Success & Leadership:

• Develop ICT/network design studies, define technical scopes, and create accurate engineering estimates to support successful project execution
• Foster a positive, goal‑oriented environment by providing technical leadership and empowering teams to excel
• Participate in project meetings to discuss design progress, scope, schedule, and budget needs

Innovative ICT & Network Design:

• Bring fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to solve complex communication system challenges and advance project objectives
• Support architecture, design, and performance analysis for:
• Fiber‑optic and copper structured cabling systems
• Network switching, routing, segmentation, and resiliency concepts
• Wireless/RF systems including Wi‑Fi, LMR/Radio, and DAS
• Voice, video, paging/notification, and unified communications platforms
• Analyze system requirements, evaluate equipment options, and contribute to specifications for communications/network infrastructure
• Support the design, deployment, and optimization of directory services environments, including Active Directory architecture, Group Policy Object (GPO) strategy, and identity & access management (IAM) integrations to ensure secure, scalable, and compliant network operations
• Integrate cybersecurity‑aligned network practices into communication system designs, including secure segmentation, boundary definition, protocol hardening, and alignment with client cyber programs and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, IT, and OT teams to ensure network and communications systems interface correctly with enterprise security platforms, including Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, log aggregation pipelines, endpoint visibility tools, and vulnerability detection workflows
• Support planning and integration of IT Asset Management (ITAM) and Configuration Management Database (CMDB) systems as they relate to network infrastructure, communications equipment, lifecycle tracking, and configuration control
• Ensure ICT/network infrastructure supports monitoring, alerting, and compliance requirements through proper logging, SNMP/telemetry configurations, syslog forwarding, and alignment with NIST/ISA/industry standards (as applicable)

Precision Evaluations & Quality Assurance:

• Perform network capacity analysis, RF modeling support, cabling/equipment load calculations, and communication pathway assessments
• Execute verification and peer reviews of engineering evaluations, design packages, and documentation prepared by other team members
• Prepare high‑quality engineering deliverables and reports in accordance with industry codes, standards, regulatory expectations, client processes, and ENERCON Quality Assurance (QA) programs

Industry Expertise & Mentoring:

• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of ICT/telecommunications industry standards, secure network design best practices, wireless/RF technologies, and structured cabling standards
• Provide guidance, instruction, and mentoring to less‑experienced engineers and specialists

Client & Proposal Support:

• Support proposal development, including defining technical scope, estimating engineering hours, and identifying material or system requirements
• Travel to client facilities to interface with site personnel and perform walkdowns of network, communications, and cabling infrastructure relevant to project scope

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Information Systems, or related technical discipline.
• 6+ years of experience in ICT, network engineering, telecommunications, structured cabling, or related fields (varies by level)
• Experience in the design and analysis of communications or network systems such as:
• Enterprise or industrial network infrastructure
• Cybersecurity
• Fiber/copper structured cabling systems
• Wireless/RF/Wi‑Fi or radio/DAS systems
• Unified communications, paging/notification, or related subsystems
• Strong understanding of network or communications engineering fundamentals and their application in complex, multidisciplinary environments
• Ability to develop engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, and high‑quality documentation
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and provide technical guidance to support staff
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to function effectively as an independent contributor and as part of a collaborative engineering team
• Ability to travel 15-25%, depending on project or client needs. Industry credentials such as RCDD, CWNA/CWDP/CWNE, Security+, CASP+, CISSP, CISM, GIAC GCFW/GCIA/GSEC, ISA/IEC 62443 certifications, or other recognized network engineering and cybersecurity credentials preferred
• Experience working in regulated, industrial, power generation, or nuclear environments preferred
• Familiarity with structured cabling standards (TIA/EIA), network design standards, RF modeling tools, and ICT‑related codes and guidelines
• Familiarity with Cyber security programs including NIST standards and NEI 08-09 controls
• Ability and willingness to apply established technical knowledge to less‑familiar applications and emerging technologies
• Experience in RF modeling using Ekahau, iBwave, AirMagnet, or other software platforms
• Experience developing design change packages, engineering studies, or construction/installation documentation

Compensation Range

USD $100,000.00 - USD $187,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

ENERCON Services, Inc. (ENERCON) is powered by people who make a difference. We offer rewarding careers in a culture built on excellence, innovation, and growth.

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The compensation range listed is a good-faith estimate of the compensation expected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, geographic location, and internal equity.

Some positions may be performed remotely in one or more U.S. states. Compensation is aligned with applicable pay transparency requirements and reflects expected compensation at the time of posting.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. We ask all candidates this question to better understand work authorization and any potential sponsorship needs. Employment is contingent upon passing pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings, background checks, and annual motor vehicle record reviews per company and client policies.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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