Network Optimization Engineer

R+L Carriers • Wilmington, OH

17h • Onsite

About The Position

R+L Carriers has an immediate opening for a Network Optimization Engineer at our Wilmington, OH Service Center to analyze, design, and continuously improve our transportation lane network. This role is responsible for reviewing freight flows, lane performance, capacity utilization, and service commitments, then modifying lane structures and routing strategies to improve cost efficiency, service reliability, and network balance. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with operational knowledge and can translate data insights into practical network changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Data Science, Supply Chain, Operations Research, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of experience in network optimization, transportation planning, or logistics analytics
• Strong analytical skills with experience working with large, complex datasets
• Solid understanding of transportation networks, lane design, and freight routing concepts
• Experience evaluating cost, service, and capacity tradeoffs
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with SQL, Python, or optimization tools preferred
• Data-driven decision maker with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to see network-wide impacts rather than isolated lane changes
• Clear communicator able to explain complex network logic to operational teams
• Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
• Comfortable balancing analytical rigor with real-world operational constraints

Nice To Haves

• Experience in LTL, parcel, or hub-and-spoke transportation networks
• Familiarity with freight matrix modeling and lane-level performance analysis
• Experience with optimization or simulation tools (e.g., OR tools, network modeling software)
• Knowledge of scheduling, linehaul planning, or dispatch operations

Responsibilities

• Implement approved Network changes in accordance with applicable procedures
• Configure and install Cisco routers and switches
• Analyze and diagnose network problems for a variety of users in a multi-tenant environment.
• Assist network Engineer(s) in the form of requirements analysis, network application design, implementation, problem investigation and resolution, and network application evaluation
• Create, publish, and maintain up-to-date and accurate Network documentation
• Perform necessary upgrades to the network infrastructure as needed.
• Function as a point of contact between vendors, and internal or external organizations to ensure timely transition of fix and maintenance activities.
• On call as required.
• A minimal amount of travel may be required.

Benefits

• R+L Carriers offers an excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation & Holidays, and vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees