Systems Network Engineer

Systems Network Engineer I
Pay Rate: $40/hour
Duration: 6–12 month contract
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Hybrid – Elgin, Chicago, and customer sites (local travel required)
Role Overview
Support mission?critical public safety video and communications systems, overseeing the technical delivery of projects from award through system acceptance. This role focuses on the design, deployment, and documentation of complex video and network solutions within a fast?paced, customer?focused environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement video networks, including infrastructure, VMS, and camera systems
• Lead technical execution from project award through acceptance testing
• Perform system staging, testing, configuration, integration, and troubleshooting
• Develop engineering designs, diagrams, bills of materials, and final documentation
• Create installation plans, scopes of work, and test plans
• Support Project Managers, installation teams, and subcontractors
• Conduct site walks to define customer requirements and project scope
• Serve as a technical liaison to customers, contractors, and trades
• Deliver customer training and technical presentations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BSEE or BSCE preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in video system integration, network/system engineering, or wireless communications
• Strong IP networking knowledge (Ethernet, TCP/IP, Layer 2/3)
• Experience with IP cameras and video management systems
• Strong communication, organization, and troubleshooting skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with outdoor wireless solutions (PtP/PtMP), Cambium Networks preferred
• Knowledge of routing and switching protocols (OSPF, BGP, MPLS)
• RF and microwave system design experience
• Relevant certifications (CCNA, Network+, Juniper, Nokia, or similar)