Wireless Network Engineer

Piper Companies is hiring a Wireless Network Engineer for a world wide technology organization located in Raleigh, NC. The Wireless Network Engineer will serve as a key contributor to wireless planning, survey, design, deployment, and troubleshooting. You’ll work with top-tier technologies and travel up to 50% of the time to various customer sites—ranging from manufacturing floors to hospital campuses. The Wireless Network Engineer is a long term contract opportunity.

Responsibilities of the Wireless Network Engineer:

• Conduct predictive and onsite RF surveys using Ekahau, Hamina, or AirMagnet (“AP on a stick”)
• Support high- and low-level design activities for large-scale wireless deployments
• Perform RF design, planning, and optimization in complex environments
• Deploy and manage Cisco wireless LAN controllers, including AireOS and 9800 series
• Provide operational support and troubleshooting for client and RF-related issues
• Collaborate on network implementation planning, test execution, and cutover activities
• Assist with wireless authentication integration using Cisco ISE and basic DNAC functions
• Travel up to 50% to customer sites for deployments, surveys, and support

Requirements of the Wireless Network Engineer:

• 5+ years of relevant experience in IT and enterprise wireless networks
• Proficiency with RF design tools and methodologies (Ekahau, Hamina, or AirMagnet)
• Experience in surveying and supporting wireless in large-scale environments (e.g., hospitals, manufacturing)
• Hands-on experience with:
  • AireOS deployment and management
  • Cisco 9800 WLC configuration and operation (basic level)
  • Wireless troubleshooting (both client and RF-level)
  • Wireless authentication via Cisco ISE
• Basic understanding of:
  • Cisco DNA Center (DNAC) for Wireless
  • LAN switching (Layer 2)
  • Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)

Compensation for the Wireless Engineer:

• $43.27 - $63.97 per hour
• Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday, and Sick Leave if Required by Law

Keywords: Wireless Network Engineer, RF Design, Ekahau, Hamina, AirMagnet, AP on a Stick, Wi-Fi Surveying, Wireless Survey, Cisco 9800 WLC, AireOS, DNAC, Wireless Authentication, Cisco ISE, Enterprise Wi-Fi, Network Troubleshooting, RF Troubleshooting, Network Implementation, Network Design, Layer 2, Layer 3, BGP, OSPF, Wireless Deployment, Hybrid Role, Cisco Networking, RTP, Travel Required, Client Support, Hospital Wireless, Manufacturing Wireless, CCNA, CCNP, CCIP, CWNP, CWNE

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This job opens for applications on 7/11/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.