Network Engineer
About The Position
Dematic Corp. is hiring a Network Engineer in its Lifecycle Services and Solutions – Modernizations & Upgrades organization. The role supports the development, standardization, and continuous improvement of network architectures across projects, providing technical guidance to project teams designing and implementing large-scale data communication networks. The Network Engineer supports network design and configuration for SCADA, PLC, and industrial automation systems, including OT network architectures. The role contributes to reliable and secure system performance by applying established standards and best practices, documenting network segmentation and firewall rules, reviewing design drawings, and helping configure network equipment. The position also involves troubleshooting network infrastructure with guidance, reviewing project designs and RFQ requirements, and developing technical knowledge through training, certifications, and hands-on experience. Travel up to 40% and additional hours may be needed to support project and business demands. The estimated base pay range at the time of posting is $72,750–$106,700. Final compensation depends on factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum of two years of experience in network design.
- Foundational understanding of industrial plant-floor network infrastructure and awareness of differences between IT and OT environments.
- Basic knowledge of industrial automation concepts and systems.
- Understanding of networking fundamentals, including routers, switches, and VLANs.
- Familiarity with firewalls and basic cybersecurity principles.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues with guidance.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to learn to present technical concepts clearly.
- Collaborative team-player approach and eagerness to learn and contribute.
- Willingness to travel up to 40%.
- Willingness to work additional hours as needed to support project and business demands.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to Industrial DMZ concepts.
- Experience or coursework involving IoT-connected devices or industrial systems.
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as OPC.
- Entry-level certifications such as Cisco CCNA, or progress toward certification.
- Domain expertise in material handling and industrial automation environments.
Responsibilities
- Support the design, specification, and configuration of networks for SCADA, PLC, and industrial automation systems.
- Assist in documenting network segmentation strategies.
- Contribute to cybersecurity design efforts by following established standards and best practices.
- Review network design drawings and support validation for accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and project teams on Operational Technology (OT) network design activities.
- Assist with configuring network equipment, including physical interfaces, communication protocols, IP addressing, VLANs, and firewall rule documentation.
- Support implementation of OT network architectures to help ensure reliable and secure system performance.
- Troubleshoot network devices and infrastructure issues with guidance from more experienced team members.
- Contribute to network solutions for new projects by reviewing system designs and RFQ requirements.
- Maintain and grow technical knowledge of industry technologies, standards, and best practices through training, certifications, and hands-on experience.
- Support network audits and contribute to recommendations for system improvements.
- Learn and participate in presentations of network standards and best practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
