Graduate Network Engineer | AI Infrastructure
Summary
Graduate network engineer joining a brand-new AI-focused data centre near Coleraine, UK (hired via recruitment firm VANRATH). Day to day: supporting 24/7 network and infrastructure operations — monitoring, fault investigation, cabling/fibre and connectivity work, and hardware deployment — using TCP/IP, routing & switching and DNS fundamentals.
Graduate Network Engineer | AI Data Centre
Launch Your Career in Network Engineering & AI Infrastructure
A unique opportunity has arisen to join a brand-new AI Data Centre operation on the North Coast. This is a rare chance for a Graduate Network Engineer to gain hands-on experience within a live 24/7 critical services environment supporting enterprise networking, connectivity, infrastructure and next-generation AI technologies.
Whether you're a recent graduate or early-career networking professional, this Graduate Network Engineer opportunity offers the chance to join at the start of an exciting growth journey, working alongside experienced Network Architects, Data Centre Managers and Infrastructure Specialists.
About Your Next Employer
Our client is developing a new AI-focused Data Centre operation near Coleraine.
This greenfield project will support critical infrastructure and services while creating opportunities across:
- Network Engineering
- Data Centre Operations
- Infrastructure & Connectivity
- AI & GPU Technical Support
- Technical Operations
- Facilities & Critical Infrastructure
- Data Centre Engineering
This is an opportunity to join the organisation at an early stage and gain hands-on experience supporting a large-scale 24/7 operation from the ground up.
About You
To be considered for this Graduate Network Engineer opportunity, you should have:
- A degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Computer Networks, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Telecommunications, Electronic Engineering or a related discipline
- Understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, Routing & Switching, DNS and Network Troubleshooting
- A genuine interest in Network Engineering and Infrastructure
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- A willingness to learn and work within a fast-paced technical environment
- An interest in Data Centres, Connectivity and Critical Infrastructure
Key Skills
- TCP/IP Networking
- Routing & Switching
- Network Infrastructure
- Fibre Connectivity
- Systems Monitoring
- Technical Troubleshooting
What You'll Do
As a Graduate Network Engineer, you will:
- Support day-to-day network and infrastructure operations
- Assist with network monitoring and fault investigation
- Support cabling, fibre and connectivity activities
- Work alongside senior engineers on infrastructure projects
- Assist with hardware deployment and maintenance
- Gain exposure to Data Centre networking and 24/7 operational environments
- Develop the skills required to progress within Network Engineering and Data Centre Operations
If this Graduate Network Engineer opportunity sounds of interest, please apply via the link or contact VANRATH for a confidential discussion.
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Skills:
Networking Infrastructure Operations Fibre & Cabling Hardware Support Systems Monitoring & Fault Diagnosis
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