Network Engineer

Description

Responsibilities include design and implementation of networking protocols including, but not limited to:

• Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4)

• Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6)

• Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)

• Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP)

• Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP)

• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

• Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), User Datagram Protocol (UDP)

• Network Time Protocol (NTP)

Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Create detailed design and technical documentation, optimize existing applications, and implement new features.

• Validate and verify software designs in a diversity of system integration environments – from local desktop computer simulations to fully representative tests.

• Implement protocols and algorithms for resource-constrained environments and collaborate with the hardware team to enable communication between modules and applications.

• Ensure software robustness, resilience, and fail-safe operation for critical devices, and mitigate potential safety and security vulnerabilities.

• Define and execute engineering test, validation, and verification activities.

Skills

IPv4, IPv6, arp, icmp, IGMP, DHCP, UDP, NTP, Ada, IPsec, Internet Protocol Security, C, C++

Top Skills Details

IPv4,IPv6,arp,icmp,IGMP,DHCP,UDP,NTP,Ada,IPsec,Internet Protocol Security

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Skillsets and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in networking protocol development, with experience in detailed design and/or implementing protocols in software/firmware.

• Strong understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking concepts, including Ethernet, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) tagging where applicable, Familiarity with Neighbor Discovery (ND) in IPv6 is highly desirable.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience implementing or integrating Internet Protocol Security (IPsec) and Internet Key Exchange (IKE) (version 1 and/or version 2).

• Embedded networking software experience

• Proficiency in Ada, C, C++, or equivalent languages

Additional desired experience

• Experience working in mission-critical industries (aerospace, automotive, defense, first responder, medical devices, etc.) and turning CONOPS, Specifications or Requirements into software design, code, test plans and execution

• Python language experience or equivalent scripting languages

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

The pay range for this position is $85.00 - $85.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.