Network hands and feet engineer

Scope of Work – Tasks to be Covered

1️⃣ Build Phase – Pre-Installation Activities:

✅ Verify & Validate the Bill of Materials (active & passive components).

✅ Receive and Inspect network equipment (switches, APs, controllers, firewalls).

✅ Rack and Stack devices in designated positions as per the layout plan.

✅ Cable Management: Identify and label network cables for installation.

✅ Power Setup: Verify available PDU sockets and install redundant power sources if required.

✅ Provide Console Access for Infosys remote engineers to configure the devices.

2️⃣ Cutover Phase – Installation & Migration Activities:

✅ Physically replace & install network devices, including:

* Switches (Core, Distribution, and Access Switches)

* Wireless Access Points (Ceiling/Wall Mounted)

* Gateway Controllers

* Firewalls

✅ Cable Patching:

* Perform inter-rack & intra-rack patching with copper and fiber cables.

* Ensure neat dressing and labeling of cables inside the racks.

✅ Swapping Connections: Migrate endpoint connections from old to new switches.

✅ Testing: Conduct power-on and connectivity tests for all installed devices.

✅ User Acceptance Testing (UAT): Work with on-site contacts to verify device functionality.

✅ Document Installation & Spare Materials: Submit a list of installed devices and leftover materials.

✅ Take Before & After Photos of racks, patch panels, and cabling.

🛠 Engineer Requirements & Preparation:

✔ Carry Laptop with console cable, installed software (Putty, Webex, Teams).

✔ Personal Safety Gear: Helmet, safety shoes, reflective jacket, gloves(if required)

✔ Tools Required: Screwdrivers, cable testers, label printer, anti-static mat.

✔ Health & Safety Compliance (site-specific certifications if needed).

✔ Coordinate with Infosys /Siemens SME for remote configuration and guidance.

✔ Internet Connectivity: Use mobile hotspot for remote access (client network cannot be used).