Network Engineer - SME

Job DescriptionNetwork Engineer / Network SME / Data Centre Engineer (Contract)\n

Company: Experis
Location: Salisbury (On-Site)
Contract Length: 5 Days
Rate: Market Rate - Open

\nOverview\n

Experis is looking for a highly skilled Network Engineer / Network SME / Infrastructure Engineer to support a data centre network refresh project.
This is a short-term, hands-on contract ideal for an experienced engineer who can take full ownership of delivery, from network decommissioning and migration through to installation, configuration, and cabling.

\nKey Responsibilities\n

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• Deliver a full data centre network refresh / upgrade / migration

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• Perform network decommissioning of legacy infrastructure

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• Install, rack, and configure network switches (Juniper / enterprise switching)

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• Carry out structured cabling installation (Cat6, copper, patching, termination)

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• Support network deployment, implementation, and infrastructure roll-out

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• Ensure delivery aligns with Statement of Work (SOW) and project scope

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• Work independently as a standalone engineer / field engineer / deployment engineer

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• Provide clear updates to stakeholders and project contacts

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\nKey Deliverables\n

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• End-to-end network refresh completed within 5-day window

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• Clean and structured decommissioning of existing network estate

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• High-quality network installation, cabling, and configuration

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• Stable and operational data centre network environment

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• Documentation and handover (where required)

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\nRequired Skills & Experience\n

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• Proven experience as a:\n
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  • Network Engineer / Network SME / Infrastructure Engineer / Data Centre Engineer

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• Strong hands-on experience delivering:\n
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  • Network refresh / migration / upgrade projects

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  • On-site deployments and installations

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• Technical expertise in:\n
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  • Structured cabling (Cat5e / Cat6 / copper / patch panels / termination)

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  • Switch installation and configuration (Juniper , Cisco also relevant)

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• Experience working in:\n
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  • Data centre environments / server rooms / enterprise infrastructure

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• Ability to:\n
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  • Work independently (solo delivery)

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  • Take full ownership of technical delivery

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  • Communicate clearly with stakeholders

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\nDesirable Skills\n

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• Basic project delivery / project management exposure

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• Understanding of procurement

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• Experience working on short-term contracts / SOW-based delivery

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• Broader networking knowledge:\n
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  • VLANs, switching, LAN infrastructure, basic routing

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\nIdeal Candidate\n

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• Hands-on, practical deployment-focused engineer

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• Comfortable working as a lone engineer on-site

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• Strong background in field engineering / network installation / infrastructure roll-out

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• Reliable, proactive, and able to deliver under tight timelines

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• Clear communicator with professional stakeholder engagement

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\nContract Details\n

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• \nLocation: Salisbury (on-site required)

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• \nDuration: 5 days

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• \nEngagement Type: Contract / Day Rate

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• \nStart: ASAP / Immediate

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\nWhy Join This Project\n

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• Short, high-impact network deployment contract

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• Ideal for engineers between projects or seeking quick turnaround work

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• Opportunity to support a data centre transformation / refresh

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• Potential to build an ongoing relationship with Experis for future work

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\nNext Steps\n

Due to project sensitivity, full technical details will be shared under NDA.