Network Engineer - Oil & Gas Infrastructure POST NUMBER: 460293
Network Engineer
We are seeking a hands-on Network Engineer to assess, design, and modernize large-scale field communications infrastructure for a distributed energy operation.
Key Responsibilities
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Assess and document existing network infrastructure across remote operational sites, including PLCs, towers, cellular devices, and cloud integrations.
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Develop a detailed network topology map and identify opportunities to improve redundancy, uptime, and data integrity.
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Design and coordinate implementation of a modernized field communication architecture leveraging cellular, radio, and satellite technologies.
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Evaluate connectivity options (LTE/5G, radio, satellite) for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
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Configure and optimize radios, routers, and access points to ensure consistent coverage and minimal downtime.
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Implement secure VPN or SD-WAN connectivity strategies to link field systems to enterprise or cloud environments.
Required Expertise
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Proven experience in network engineering, field communications, or SCADA/telemetry systems in industrial or distributed environments.
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Strong working knowledge of:
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Cellular networking (LTE, 5G, dual-SIM failover)
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Radio systems (licensed and unlicensed)
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Satellite networks (e.g., Starlink, Hughes)
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VPN / SD-WAN architectures
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Industrial PLC communication protocols (Modbus, MQTT, OPC UA)
Ability to design and document network architecture for operational technology (OT) environments.
Preferred Qualifications
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6 years of experience in network engineering or field communications within energy, utilities, or manufacturing.
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Experience with telemetry and remote data acquisition systems.
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Familiarity with RF coordination and frequency licensing.
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Exposure to cloud-connected IoT or telemetry solutions (Azure, AWS).
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Background in managing vendors and implementation projects in distributed operations.
Additional Details
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Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
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Work Model: Primarily onsite or field-based with flexibility for remote coordination.
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Travel: Heavy travel at project start; occasional thereafter.
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