Network Engineer

Lighthouse Technology Services is partnering with our client to fill their Network Engineer position! This is a direct hire opportunity and will be hybrid in Buffalo, NY (candidates in other U.S. locations may be considered based on experience).

Position Overview:

The Network Engineer will be an integral part of our USA-based team, responsible for a wide range of system engineering duties including system design, engineering support, and deployment of IP-based Passenger Information Systems and Rolling Stock/Bus CCTV Systems.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Serve as the initial point of contact for project engineering requirements.
• Lead technical meetings with customers and internal project teams.
• Translate functional project requirements into technical system requirements.
• Identify hardware/software development needs and assess technical risks.
• Support system configuration and testing during all project phases (FAI, FAT, SAT, integration tests, etc.).
• Assist with on-site system deployments and provide post-installation support.
• Prepare and lead technical documentation and customer training sessions.
• Provide continuous feedback to improve products and solutions.
• Ensure adherence to quality management processes.
• Proactively identify and resolve technical gaps between stakeholder deliverables.

What You’ll Need to Have:

• 3 to 5+ years of experience in a Systems Engineer, Project Engineer, or similar role.
• Basic knowledge of electronic hardware concepts.
• Strong skills in data network setup and configuration, including firewalls, switches, VLANs, VPNs, and wireless networks.
• Familiarity with audiovisual systems and related streaming/control protocols such as VoIP, SIP, RTSP, MQTT, TRDP, and video compression like H.264.
• Experience with HMI systems and Linux operating systems is a plus.
• Prior experience delivering public transit/rail projects is a strong advantage.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively, adhering to strict schedules.
• Capable of working across multiple time zones and with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn and stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Travel required within North America, including overnight and occasional weekend travel; international travel may also be required.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle and technologies.

Salary Range: $65,000 to $75,000

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