Network Engineer

Slate Auto•Warsaw, IN

14d

About The Position

Slate is seeking an energetic, organized, and experienced Network Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain network infrastructure supporting IT and OT (Operational Technology) environments. These environments include manufacturing plants, office spaces, and connected vehicle ecosystems. The role calls for experience in secure network architecture, advanced troubleshooting, and knowledge of automotive requirements, including cybersecurity standards and IoT/connected-car technology. The Network Engineer will create and maintain network infrastructure for office, plant, and R&D environments; work with IT and OT teams on manufacturing systems, robotics, and in-vehicle communications; and support vehicle connectivity, telematics, and cloud-based automotive services. The role also monitors and optimizes networks, conducts assessments and vulnerability scans, troubleshoots complex issues, provides Tier 2 and Tier 3 support, and maintains network documentation and performance reports.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
3–5 years of experience as a Network Engineer; automotive, manufacturing, or telecommunications industry experience is described as ideal.
Proficiency with Cisco, Juniper, and/or other major network hardware and software.
Experience with firewall management, VPNs, SD-WAN, and network monitoring tools.
Knowledge of automotive cybersecurity standards such as ISO/SAE 21434 and familiarity with IoT/IIoT technologies.
Hands-on experience with wireless networking, VLANs, and network segmentation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Cisco (CCNA, CCNP), CompTIA Network+, or similar certifications are preferred.
Experience in the automotive, manufacturing, or telecommunications industries is ideal.

Responsibilities

Design, configure, and deploy scalable, secure network infrastructure for office, plant, and R&D environments.
Collaborate with IT and OT teams to support manufacturing systems, robotics, and in-vehicle communications.
Implement network solutions for vehicle connectivity, telematics, and cloud-based automotive services.
Monitor and maintain WAN/LAN, SD-WAN, VPN, and wireless networks.
Optimize network performance and reduce latency for critical applications, including production systems and connected vehicle data.
Conduct regular network assessments and vulnerability scans to support compliance with automotive cybersecurity standards.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex network issues in real time to minimize downtime, particularly in manufacturing environments.
Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 network support for IT, OT, and in-vehicle network issues.
Create and maintain network documentation, including architecture diagrams, IP schemas, and device inventories.
Prepare regular reports on network performance, incidents, and key metrics.