Network Engineer - Eurofins Environment Testing

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

Job Description

The Network Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure and reliable network infrastructure across multiple locations. This role focuses on deploying and configuring network solutions during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless integration of new sites into the enterprise environment. The Network Engineer will assist with network troubleshooting, hardware installation, and security compliance while collaborating with senior engineers and other IT teams. This position requires frequent travel to new locations for onboarding activities and hands-on network setup, along with a commitment to maintaining high availability and performance standards.

• Assist in the design, configuration, and deployment of network infrastructure for new sites during mergers and acquisitions.
• Install and configure network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and ensure proper connectivity to the enterprise network.
• Implement and maintain secure VPN access and network segmentation for new locations.
• Support network integration projects, including IP addressing, VLAN configuration, and basic routing adjustments
• Collaborate with senior engineers and IT teams to ensure smooth onboarding of acquired sites.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity issues and escalate complex problems as needed.
• Maintain compliance with network security standards and assist in applying firewall rules and access controls.
• Document network configurations and changes for new site integrations.
• Provide hands-on support for VoIP and telephony setup during site onboarding.
• Utilize network monitoring tools to verify connectivity and performance after deployments.
• Travel frequently to new locations for network setup, testing, and user support during onboarding.
• Participate in after-hours support rotation when required.
• Additional responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required. 

• Hands-on experience with network configuration and troubleshooting in an enterprise or multi-site environment.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, and VPN & SDWan technologies.
• Familiarity with firewall configuration and basic security best practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to complete network integration tasks.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail when diagnosing connectivity issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to travel frequently for site onboarding and network setup during mergers and acquisitions. May require approximately 20 trips per year.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional after-hours support when required.

Education/Experience:

• Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered.
• 2–4 years of hands-on experience in network configuration, troubleshooting, and support in an enterprise or multi-site environment.
• Practical experience with Cisco networking equipment; exposure to Fortinet or Check Point firewalls is a plus.
• Familiarity with VPN technologies, VLAN configuration, and basic routing protocols.
• Experience assisting with network deployments and integrations during mergers and acquisitions or similar projects is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of network monitoring tools and basic performance optimization techniques
• Experience with Cisco networking hardware and software; exposure to Fortinet or Check Point firewalls is a plus.
• Familiarity with VPN configuration, VLAN setup, and basic routing protocols.
• Understanding of network security principles and abili