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# Network Engineer

- **Company:** Howden Joinery Ltd
- **Location:** Goole, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Complex Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Wide Area Networks, Wi-Fi Technology, Scripting, Computer Network Operations, Computer Network Technologies, Firewalls (Computer Science), Wireless Technologies, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco
- **Published:** May 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f5ead40b2b8e7e58

## About the Role

Do you have experience in WAN?, * Strong experience in enterprise networking, including LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPNs, and WiFi

 * Demonstrable hands-on experience with CheckPoint Firewalls
 * Certified Cisco LAN/WAN
 * Demonstrable experience of DNA and / or ACI is essential
 * Extensive knowledge of network automation, with proficiency in scripting to optimize network operations.
 * Strong background in data/voice networking, and internet networking for enterprise environments.
 * Hands-on experience with Cisco and Wireless technologies.
 * Strong, methodical approach to fault-finding and solution design for complex network environments.
 * Experience working on multi-site infrastructure projects
 * Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
 * A proactive, collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

## Description

With some exciting growth in the Network team, we are looking for a new Network Engineer to join our team in either Northampton or East Ridings of Yorkshire.

As an experienced Network Engineer you will be delivering and optimising network infrastructure across Howdens' depots across Europe, and logistics facilities. The role requires active participation in large-scale, multi-site projects to develop robust, scalable, and cost-effective solutions.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity working onsite at least 2 days per week. Based in Northampton or Yorkshire with occasional travel to France.

What you will be doing

 * Delivering and optimising network infrastructure across multiple UK and European sites
 * Supporting and improving network performance, capacity, and security across a complex enterprise environment
 * Providing 2nd/3rd line support across a wide range of network technologies
 * Contributing to large-scale, multi-site projects from design through to implementation and handover into BAU
 * Monitoring network health and proactively troubleshooting to maximise uptime and SLA performance
 * Supporting development of network automation and scripting solutions to improve efficiency
 * Collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to deliver scalable, resilient network solutions


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