Network Engineer

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,500 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. Job Purpose: The Network Engineer provides hands‑on engineering, implementation, and operational support for the organization’s global network infrastructure. Working under the direction of the Head of Cloud & Networks, the role is responsible for deploying, managing, and troubleshooting enterprise network technologies including WAN, LAN, SDWAN, firewalls, wireless, VPN, DNS/DHCP/IPAM, and network security controls. The Network Engineer ensures that all network services are secure, reliable, scalable, and aligned with corporate standards and policies derived from the enterprise cloud and network strategy. Duties: Implement, configure, and support enterprise network technologies including switching, routing, firewalls, SDWAN, wireless, VPN, and network segmentation. Perform hands‑on administration of AT&T/DXC-managed SDWAN, MPLS, WAN circuits, and global connectivity services. Execute network changes, upgrades, and maintenance windows following established change management processes. Respond to network incidents, analyze root causes, perform remediation, and drive continuous improvement of n