CCNP Network Engineer

Work onsite 3 days per week, must be able to travel to other GM sites within Greater Michigan and other US states for upgrade projects.

• Support GM network infrastructure modernization projects, including upgrades to network hardware, core switches, and lab environments.
• Collaborate with GM network engineers to plan, build, and implement new network configurations and infrastructure deployments.
• Assist with the installation, configuration, testing, and validation of Cisco 9500-series core switches and related network equipment. Catalyst Center/DNA center exp needed.
• Support network and manufacturing lab operations by helping prepare, deploy, and validate new infrastructure solutions.
• Work with engineering teams to understand existing network architecture and support implementation planning.
• Perform hands-on network engineering tasks related to infrastructure upgrades, configuration, and deployment activities., Why WWT? World Wide Technology is looking for a CCNP Network Engineer. This role is part of WWT’s Strategic Resourcing services and is a contract role. The candidate will be supporting World Wide Technology and will be employed by one of WWT’s preferred partners. The partner will provide full compensation and benefit information prior to employment with the partner. Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high performance teams? Join WWT today! Who we are, The CCNP Network Engineer will provide expert-level network engineering support for enterprise-wide network refresh activities. This is a local, onsite role based in Warren, MI, working five (5) days per week onsite or traveling to the greater Michigan area or US Travel to other sites, on an 18-month contract engagement. The engineer will be aligned to WWT workstreams and may support both centralized (enterprise/core) and distributed (site/manufacturing) network activities as directed.

LAN and WAN Network Support:

• Provide LAN and WAN network support for Get Healthy initiatives.
• Maintain network stability and performance across enterprise and site-level environments.
• Support network connectivity for corporate, core, and distributed manufacturing sites.

Switch and Router Configuration:

• Perform switch and router configuration, remediation, and upgrade activities.
• Implement network changes in alignment with enterprise standards and change management processes.
• Validate configurations post-deployment to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Site Readiness and Cutover Support:

• Assist with site readiness assessments and pre-cutover preparation activities.
• Support cutover execution and post-cutover stabilization efforts.
• Coordinate with site teams and WWT workstream leads to ensure smooth transitions.

Enterprise and Site Network Standards Compliance:

• Support compliance with enterprise and site network standards across all refresh activities.
• Document configurations, changes, and network topologies in accordance with WWT standards.
• Participate in standards reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of network baselines.

Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution:

• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues identified during refresh activities.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Escalate complex issues appropriately and provide timely status updates to stakeholders., * Please inform candidates that this is a contract role with your company and will be assigned to a third party customer of World Wide Technology.
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• Active Cisco CCNP certification (Routing & Switching or Enterprise) required.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering.
• Strong proficiency in LAN/WAN technologies, including switching, routing, and WAN protocols.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco routers and switches (IOS/IOS-XE).
• Familiarity with enterprise network refresh and migration projects, including cutover planning.
• Knowledge of enterprise network standards, change management, and documentation practices.
• Experience supporting manufacturing or distributed site environments is a plus.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve issues in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to work collaboratively across teams and workstreams.
• Must be available to work onsite in Warren, MI five (5) days per week for the duration of the engagement.

Tools and Technologies:

• Routing & Switching: Cisco IOS / IOS-XE, Catalyst series switches, Cisco ASR/ISR routers
• Protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP/RSTP, VLAN, 802.1Q, HSRP/VRRP
• WAN Technologies: MPLS, SD-WAN, DMVPN, IPsec VPN
• Network Management: Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, SolarWinds, or equivalent
• Wireless: Familiarity with Cisco wireless infrastructure (preferred)
• Monitoring & Diagnostics: NetFlow, SNMP, Wireshark, or equivalent packet capture tools
• Documentation: Visio, ServiceNow, or equivalent ITSM/change management platforms