Commissioning Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join our Project Engineering team. The successful candidate will provide 3rd Line Technical Support and play a key role in the design, build, integration, commissioning, and deployment of enterprise network solutions.

This position requires a technically skilled professional with strong Cisco networking expertise, experience in LAN/WAN environments, and the ability to work with complex customer network designs. You will collaborate with Project Engineers, technical teams, and customers to deliver high-quality network implementations while ensuring minimal service disruption.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 3rd Line technical support for enterprise network projects.
• Support project delivery, integration, commissioning, and deployment activities.
• Review implementation plans received from Project Engineers and perform technical peer reviews.
• Assess network topology and circuit design for project planning and implementation.
• Develop and validate configuration scripts for Cisco and multi-vendor network devices.
• Support Project Engineers with technical configuration and implementation activities.
• Monitor customer networks during planned changes and perform pre- and post-implementation risk assessments.
• Update and maintain network circuitry and asset information within internal databases.
• Work with technologies including Xtran, SDH, PDH, fibre, copper, leased lines, radio, and 4G connectivity.
• Produce accurate technical documentation and commissioning records.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of network services and customer experience throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience designing and supporting LAN & WAN solutions within enterprise or ISP environments.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco IOS.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco routers including 2800, 2900, 3800, 3900, and ASR900 Series.
• Experience working with Cisco switching platforms including 2520 and 4010 Series.
• Strong routing and switching expertise.
• Experience in network commissioning, implementation, and technical support.
• Knowledge of SDH and PDH networking concepts.
• Experience working with fibre, copper, leased line, radio, and 4G technologies.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping abilities.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet project deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.

Qualifications

Mandatory

• Relevant industry experience in networking or telecommunications.
• CCNA or CCDA certification.

Preferred

• CCNP or CCDP certification.
• Experience working within large enterprise or telecommunications environments.