{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e979bbed1ec1d02431823f7d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e979bbed1ec1d02431823f7d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e979bbed1ec1d02431823f7d","title":"Network Field Engineer","description":"We are seeking experienced Smart Hands / Network Field Engineers to support a large-scale Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) deployment project across multiple customer sites. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Cisco infrastructure deployments, rack and stack activities, structured cabling, and physical network installations.\r\nAbout the Role\r\nThis role requires working closely with remote engineering teams during deployment windows while independently performing on-site installation, verification, troubleshooting, and documentation activities. The project includes weekday deployments for standard sites and weekend implementation windows for larger locations.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nEquipment Staging & Preparation\r\nStage Cisco equipment prior to scheduled deployment and cutover activities.\r\nVerify hardware inventory against deployment documentation.\r\nPrepare installation materials, cables, SFPs, and mounting accessories.\r\nEnsure all required tools and software are available before arriving on-site.\r\nInstall and rack two Cisco Catalyst 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs) at each site.\r\nPerform rack and stack activities following customer standards.\r\nMount equipment securely using appropriate rack hardware.\r\nOrganize rack layout while maintaining proper airflow and cable management.\r\nInstall required power supplies and verify power redundancy where applicable.\r\nCabling & Connectivity\r\nInstall and terminate Ethernet and fiber patch cables.\r\nInstall and connect SFP modules.\r\nComplete power and network cross-connects.\r\nVerify switch port availability and physical connectivity.\r\nEnsure accurate cable labeling and proper cable routing.\r\nPerform physical layer troubleshooting when connectivity issues arise.\r\nCutover Support\r\nCoordinate with remote implementation and network engineering teams during scheduled maintenance windows.\r\nProvide console access to Cisco devices using PuTTY or equivalent terminal software.\r\nAssist remote engineers during migration and configuration activities.\r\nSupport network implementation tasks according to approved deployment plans.\r\nValidation & Testing\r\nVerify successful installation of all hardware.\r\nConfirm physical and network connectivity.\r\nValidate controller uplinks and switch connections.\r\nReport installation status and any issues encountered.\r\nAssist in post-deployment testing and troubleshooting until site acceptance.\r\nLegacy Equipment Decommissioning (Approximately 40–50% of Sites)\r\nRemove existing Wireless LAN Controllers.\r\nDisconnect and safely package legacy hardware.\r\nLabel all equipment according to customer requirements.\r\nDocument serial numbers and asset information.\r\nPrepare hardware for return shipment following logistics procedures.\r\nQualifications\r\nProven Smart Hands or Network Field Engineering experience.\r\nHands-on experience with Cisco infrastructure deployments.\r\nExperience installing Cisco Catalyst 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers.\r\nStrong rack and stack installation experience.\r\nKnowledge of structured cabling standards.\r\nExperience working with fiber optic and Ethernet cabling.\r\nAbility to install and verify SFP modules and network connectivity.\r\nExperience using console connections for Cisco devices.\r\nFamiliarity with network implementation procedures.\r\nStrong troubleshooting skills at the physical and Layer 1 network level.\r\nExperience supporting remote engineering teams during implementation windows.\r\nAbility to work independently with minimal supervision.\r\nExcellent documentation and communication skills.\r\nCandidates must have access to the following\r\nStandard installation toolkit\r\nLaptop with PuTTY installed\r\nUSB-A to USB-B console cable\r\nMinimum four Ethernet LAN cables\r\nCross-over cable\r\nUSB thumb drive containing required Cisco IOS/software files\r\nTFTP server software configured on laptop\r\nWi-Fi dongle or mobile broadband for backup connectivity\r\nRack screws, cage nuts, mounting accessories, and cable management tools\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Sharpbrains","rawCompany":"sharpbrains","city":"El Paso","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-09T00:34:32.350Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1231.00","title":"Computer Network Support Specialists","slug":"computer-network-support-specialists"},{"code":"49-2022.00","title":"Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers","slug":"telecommunications-equipment-installers-and-repairers-except-line-installers"}],"industries":[{"code":"238990","title":"All Other Specialty Trade Contractors","slug":"all-other-specialty-trade-contractors"},{"code":"517111","title":"Wired Telecommunications Carriers","slug":"wired-telecommunications-carriers"},{"code":"238210","title":"Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors","slug":"electrical-contractors-and-other-wiring-installation-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Network Field Engineer","description":"We are seeking experienced Smart Hands / Network Field Engineers to support a large-scale Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) deployment project across multiple customer sites. 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The project includes weekday deployments for standard sites and weekend implementation windows for larger locations.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nEquipment Staging & Preparation\r\nStage Cisco equipment prior to scheduled deployment and cutover activities.\r\nVerify hardware inventory against deployment documentation.\r\nPrepare installation materials, cables, SFPs, and mounting accessories.\r\nEnsure all required tools and software are available before arriving on-site.\r\nInstall and rack two Cisco Catalyst 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs) at each site.\r\nPerform rack and stack activities following customer standards.\r\nMount equipment securely using appropriate rack hardware.\r\nOrganize rack layout while maintaining proper airflow and cable management.\r\nInstall required power supplies and verify power redundancy where applicable.\r\nCabling & Connectivity\r\nInstall and terminate Ethernet and fiber patch cables.\r\nInstall and connect SFP modules.\r\nComplete power and network cross-connects.\r\nVerify switch port availability and physical connectivity.\r\nEnsure accurate cable labeling and proper cable routing.\r\nPerform physical layer troubleshooting when connectivity issues arise.\r\nCutover Support\r\nCoordinate with remote implementation and network engineering teams during scheduled maintenance windows.\r\nProvide console access to Cisco devices using PuTTY or equivalent terminal software.\r\nAssist remote engineers during migration and configuration activities.\r\nSupport network implementation tasks according to approved deployment plans.\r\nValidation & Testing\r\nVerify successful installation of all hardware.\r\nConfirm physical and network connectivity.\r\nValidate controller uplinks and switch connections.\r\nReport installation status and any issues encountered.\r\nAssist in post-deployment testing and troubleshooting until site acceptance.\r\nLegacy Equipment Decommissioning (Approximately 40–50% of Sites)\r\nRemove existing Wireless LAN Controllers.\r\nDisconnect and safely package legacy hardware.\r\nLabel all equipment according to customer requirements.\r\nDocument serial numbers and asset information.\r\nPrepare hardware for return shipment following logistics procedures.\r\nQualifications\r\nProven Smart Hands or Network Field Engineering experience.\r\nHands-on experience with Cisco infrastructure deployments.\r\nExperience installing Cisco Catalyst 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers.\r\nStrong rack and stack installation experience.\r\nKnowledge of structured cabling standards.\r\nExperience working with fiber optic and Ethernet cabling.\r\nAbility to install and verify SFP modules and network connectivity.\r\nExperience using console connections for Cisco devices.\r\nFamiliarity with network implementation procedures.\r\nStrong troubleshooting skills at the physical and Layer 1 network level.\r\nExperience supporting remote engineering teams during implementation windows.\r\nAbility to work independently with minimal supervision.\r\nExcellent documentation and communication skills.\r\nCandidates must have access to the following\r\nStandard installation toolkit\r\nLaptop with PuTTY installed\r\nUSB-A to USB-B console cable\r\nMinimum four Ethernet LAN cables\r\nCross-over cable\r\nUSB thumb drive containing required Cisco IOS/software files\r\nTFTP server software configured on laptop\r\nWi-Fi dongle or mobile broadband for backup connectivity\r\nRack screws, cage nuts, mounting accessories, and cable management tools\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-08-09T00:34:32.350Z","dateModified":"2026-08-09T00:34:32.350Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Sharpbrains","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"El Paso","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"e979bbed1ec1d02431823f7d"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e979bbed1ec1d02431823f7d"}}