Network Engineer Job at Robert Half (Bridgewater)

Network Engineer

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Bridgewater

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Contract work

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Network Engineer to provide hands-on infrastructure support for a pharmaceutical manufacturing campus in New Jersey. This long-term contract position is best suited for someone who enjoys solving technical issues directly in a fast-moving, onsite environment and can work across networking, systems, and plant technology with confidence. The role supports critical operations across multiple buildings and requires a practical, service-oriented individual who can keep connectivity and infrastructure running reliably in a 24/7 setting.

Job Responsibility:

Deliver daily technical support for infrastructure across a multi-building manufacturing site, ensuring reliable operation of network and related systems
Diagnose and resolve network performance, connectivity, and administration issues with an emphasis on maintaining stable campus-wide service
Administer and support Cisco platforms, including Catalyst and Meraki, as well as Alcatel network equipment used throughout the environment
Investigate wireless access problems, port-level issues, and physical connectivity concerns by performing hands-on cabling, patching, and trace work
Partner with external vendors and service providers to address telecom and infrastructure-related incidents, maintenance, and escalations
Provide Windows-based systems support involving Active Directory, virtualization platforms, and enterprise server hardware in operational environments
Assist manufacturing and laboratory users by troubleshooting infrastructure and endpoint technology issues that affect day-to-day production support
Participate in after-hours and weekend on-call coverage for a continuously operating facility, responding to urgent technical needs as required
Take ownership of issues through resolution while recognizing when coordination or escalation is necessary to restore service efficiently

Requirements:

At least 5 years of experience supporting infrastructure, networking, and systems in an enterprise or industrial environment
Strong troubleshooting background with Cisco networking technologies, including routers, security appliances, Catalyst, and Meraki solutions
Experience working with Alcatel networking equipment and a solid understanding of core networking concepts across all seven OSI layers
Hands-on ability to diagnose layer 1 and physical network issues, including cabling, patching, and connectivity testing
Familiarity with Windows server administration, including Active Directory and VMware-based environments
Comfortable working fully onsite in a plant or manufacturing setting and moving between multiple buildings during the workday
Able to perform effectively in a high-urgency operational environment with strong communication, adaptability, and sound judgment
Willingness to participate in weekend and after-hours support rotation as part of a 24/7 operations team
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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