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Cullerton Group is hiring: Network Engineer 5 in East Peoria

Cullerton Group, East Peoria, IL, United States


Cullerton Group has a new opportunity for a Network Engineer 5 . The work will be done onsite full-time in East Peoria, IL , Monday through Friday on 1st shift. This is a long-term 12-month position that can lead to permanent employment with our client. Compensation is up to $68.38/hr + full benefits (vision, dental, health insurance, 401k, and holiday pay).

Job Summary
Cullerton Group is seeking a senior-level Network Engineer to support LAN operations and network infrastructure across multiple enterprise locations in the Americas. This role focuses on diagnosing, troubleshooting, and improving LAN environments while collaborating with cross-functional IT teams and business partners. The engineer will play a key role in supporting critical network services, executing infrastructure changes, and driving process improvements. This position is ideal for a hands-on network professional who thrives in complex, on-site enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve LAN issues, including replacement of defective network components

Provide LAN development and operational support for enterprise locations

Participate in an on-call rotation to support critical incidents, including occasional off-shift or weekend work

Collaborate with business partners and vendors on infrastructure integration activities

Design and implement network process improvements to support scalability and reliability

Follow ITSM processes and documentation standards for all network changes

Work with cross-functional technical teams (firewall, VPN, wireless, NAC) to plan and execute changes

Advise business partners on LAN-related technical questions and solutions

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a computer-related or engineering-related field , or equivalent experience

5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in network engineering or LAN support

Strong knowledge of LAN implementation and support , including TCP/IP, ethernet, QoS, subnetting, VLANs, trunking, OSPF, and cabling (copper and fiber)

Hands-on experience supporting and configuring Cisco switching environments

Solid understanding of network risk domains and tiered architectures

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with network automation or scripting

Familiarity with DNA Center / Catalyst Center

Background supporting medium to large enterprise environments

Why This Role?
This role offers the opportunity to work on complex enterprise network environments while collaborating with experienced infrastructure teams. You will support mission-critical systems, gain exposure to a wide range of network technologies, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Cullerton Group provides a professional environment with strong growth potential, challenging technical work, and long-term career opportunities.

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