Senior Network Engineer (Contract)

SeniorNetworkEngineer(Contract)RemotewithinSaskatchewan,Canada-
6-MonthContract
Wearecurrentlyseekinganexperienced SeniorNetworkEngineer
to support a major infrastructure project in Saskatchewan. This contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on network professional who thrives in designing, building, and implementing enterprise-grade network solutions in complex and industrial environments.
CandidatesmustbecurrentlybasedinSaskatchewan.
While the role is primarily remote, occasional travel to project sites may be required.
ROLEOVERVIEWReportingtotheITManager,theSeniorNetworkEngineerisresponsiblefordeliveringtheenterpriseconnectivityupgradeattheRookIprojectanddesigningtheOT/ITnetworkforpermanentinfrastructure—thephysicalandlogicalbackbonethateverysystematsitewilleventuallydependon.Thisisanend-to-endrole:theSeniorNetworkEngineerisaccountableforboththedesignandtheimplementationofthenetwork,designing,building,configuring,andcommissioningtheconnectivityandOT/ITnetwork.
This is a hands-on role requiring deep network, with accountability for delivering resilient, secure connectivity in a remote, greenfield environment. The role works directly with NexGen’s site engineering and EPCM teams, ensuring connectivity and network design are integrated into the wider construction and operational plan.The successful candidate will take a proactive, security-first approach, operating independently while collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners .
POSITIONRESPONSIBILITIES(includingbutnotlimitedto):
Deliver the enterprise connectivity upgrade at Rook I, managing the enterprise grade connectivity hardware investment — including load balancing and failover — to establish a resilient network.
Design the OT/IT network for permanent infrastructure, producing a network design that scales from construction through to production operation.
Build out the onsite OT and IT network ahead of fibre delivery, ensuring network segments, switching, and cabling are in place and ready to integrate with permanent fibre connectivity once it is live.
Implement, configure, and commission the network, turning designs into deployed, tested, and operational connectivity, owned through to handover into operations.
Specify, source, and oversee the installation and commissioning of connectivity and network hardware at site, sequencing onsite work with construction and site-readiness timelines.
Act as the connectivity liaison with site engineering teams, translating operational requirements into network requirements.
Implement the site security framework, applying network segmentation and access controls in line with the baseline defined with the Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer.
Progressively bring network operations currently delivered by the client external providers in-house, coordinating with those providers through the transition and building lasting internal capability.
Maintain accurate documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, procedures, and standards.
EDUCATIONANDEXPERIENCE
7+ years experience in network engineering (or equivalent hands-on expertise), ideally in industrial, mining, energy, or comparably demanding environments
Strongexperiencedesigning,building,andoperatingenterprisenetworks,including:
Firewalls,switching,andwirelessaccesspoints(FortinetandCiscoMerakipreferred),withbreadthbeyondNexGen’scurrenttooling
VLANs, routing, network segmentation, and resilient connectivity (load balancing and failover)
OTanditsintegrationintotheITnetwork
Demonstratedabilitytobothdesignandpersonallyimplement,configure,andcommissionnetworks,ratherthanonlyspecifyingworkforotherstobuild
Strong fibre understanding, including fibre design, integration, and delivery to a remote site
Experiencespecifying,sourcing,andoverseeingtheinstallationandcommissioningofenterprisenetworkhardwareatphysicalsites
Comfortdeliveringconnectivityinremoteorgreenfieldlocations,coordinatingwithconstructionandengineeringteams
Workingknowledgeofnetworksecuritycontrolsandaccesscontrolsappropriatetoaregulatedoperatingenvironment
Strongtroubleshootinganddocumentationskills
Relevant post secondary education (degree or diploma), or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience
Relevant network certifications (e.G., Fortinet NSE, Cisco CCNP/CCIE, Cisco Meraki) considered an asset
CORECOMPETENCIESCommunication
Communicates in an open, candid, and consistent manner to inform, enroll, coach, and inspire.
Effectivelydeliversinformation(oralandwritten)inatimely,well-organized,andengagingmanner.
TeamEffectiveness
Works collaboratively across functional teams, embracing diverse perspectives to achieve common goals.
Demonstratesflexibilityandrespectfordifferentworkstyles.
WorkManagement
Plansandmanagesactivitiestoensuretimelycompletionandsuccessfuloutcomes.
Maintainsqualityandsafetystandardsacrossallworkstreams.
PersonalAccountability
Takesresponsibilityforownactionsandoutcomes.
Demonstratesresilienceandprofessionalisminafast-pacedenvironment.
Analytical/CriticalThinking
Identifiesandsolvescomplexproblemswithconsiderationforoutcomes.
Supportseffectivedecisionswithclearandinformativeexplanations.
Functional&TechnicalSkills
Appliesspecializedknowledgeandsharesexpertisewithothers.
WorkArrangement
RemotewithinSaskatchewan
CandidatesmustresideinSaskatchewan.
Occasionaltraveltositelocationsmayberequired.
6-monthcontractopportunitywithimmediateimpactonahigh-profileinfrastructureproject.
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