IT Network Engineer
About The Position
IT Network Engineer The IT Network Engineer supports the design, implementation, maintenance, security, and optimization of the company’s enterprise and industrial computer networks, including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and transport network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or higher in telecommunications engineering, network engineering, computer science, or a related field, along with demonstrated experience in network engineering and a strong working knowledge of network security, routing, switching, protocols, radio frequency technologies, optical transport systems, and SCADA environments. This role requires strong organizational, analytical, diagnostic, interpersonal, and project management skills, as well as the ability to work with limited direction to evaluate options, recommend solutions, and support business objectives. The Network Engineer collaborates with customers, vendors, and crossâfunctional teams, provides technical guidance on complex issues, and assists with planning and coordinating projects across multiple departments to ensure successful execution. We believe employment is a partnership and we expect excellence from our talented employees. To support our employees and help drive their career experience and goals. Competitive wage & benefit package. The expected base compensation for this role is $76,000 – $105,000 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. Incentive plans Employee Stock Ownership options Retirement Savings Fund with employer match Health, disability and life insurance plan options Training – our employees are provided training and development opportunities each year, including education reimbursement! Career development is critical to our long-term success. Otter Tail Power employees have opportunities to participate in various leadership development programs, gain access to an a la carte online leadership course catalog, receive mentorship from current leaders and more! Mental health support from the experts at SupportLinc as well as competitive vacation and sick leave to ensure employees are at their best when they’re working. To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com . Applications accepted through February 23, 2026 This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Requirements
- Associate degree or higher in telecommunications engineering, network engineering, computer science, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience in network engineering
- Strong working knowledge of network security, routing, switching, protocols, radio frequency technologies, optical transport systems, and SCADA environments
- Strong organizational, analytical, diagnostic, interpersonal, and project management skills
- Ability to work with limited direction to evaluate options, recommend solutions, and support business objectives
Responsibilities
- Supports the design, implementation, maintenance, security, and optimization of the company’s enterprise and industrial computer networks
- Collaborates with customers, vendors, and crossâfunctional teams
- Provides technical guidance on complex issues
- Assists with planning and coordinating projects across multiple departments to ensure successful execution
Benefits
- Competitive wage & benefit package
- Incentive plans
- Employee Stock Ownership options
- Retirement Savings Fund with employer match
- Health, disability and life insurance plan options
- Training – our employees are provided training and development opportunities each year, including education reimbursement!
- Career development
- Leadership development programs
- Online leadership course catalog
- Mentorship from current leaders
- Mental health support from the experts at SupportLinc
- Competitive vacation and sick leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
