Sr. Network & Server Engineer
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Senior Network and Server Engineer to design, implement, and manage IT infrastructure supporting automotive manufacturing operations. The role requires technical expertise across virtualization, server, and network platforms, as well as leadership and project management skills to plan and deliver infrastructure initiatives in an environment where uptime, reliability, and production continuity are critical. The position supports enterprise and manufacturing infrastructure, including virtualization, Windows Server, Cisco networking, Microsoft 365, and systems connecting manufacturing execution systems (MES), plant-floor controllers, and production equipment. The engineer will lead or participate in infrastructure projects, maintain security and documentation, monitor systems, manage vendors, mentor staff, and respond to critical incidents. The role is based in a manufacturing facility and may involve occasional plant-floor presence and periodic after-hours or on-call support.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in network and server engineering; manufacturing or industrial experience is preferred.
- Hands-on experience with Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure, including AHV/Prism.
- Experience administering Windows Server 2019 environments.
- Working knowledge of Cisco Catalyst switches and Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, including VLAN design and segmentation for manufacturing networks.
- Microsoft 365 administration skills, including Exchange Online, Entra ID/Azure AD, SharePoint Online, Teams, and security/compliance features.
- Demonstrated project management experience, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and leading cross-functional infrastructure projects.
- Leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to manage priorities across IT and manufacturing teams.
- Understanding of network security principles, including segmentation between enterprise IT and plant-floor/OT networks.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with a methodical approach to root-cause analysis.
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Ownership, accountability, and follow-through on projects and incidents.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Ability to develop, document, and maintain clear policies, procedures, and technical standards.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with AI-powered tools and platforms, including Claude or similar large language model assistants, for automating workflows, reporting, or IT operations.
- Familiarity with PICO MES or similar MES platforms used in automotive production.
- Relevant certifications such as Cisco CCNA/CCNP, VMware VCP, Nutanix NCP, PMP, or similar.
- Experience supporting OT/plant-floor networks, PLCs, or industrial control systems.
- Basic understanding of CMMC/ITAR/NIST guidelines and requirements.
Responsibilities
- Design, deploy, and maintain VMware and Nutanix virtualization environments, including capacity planning, HA/DR configuration, and lifecycle upgrades.
- Administer and support Windows Server 2019+ infrastructure, including Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, file and print services, and patch management.
- Manage and maintain Cisco Catalyst switching infrastructure and Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, including VLAN segmentation, QoS, and access control across corporate and plant-floor networks.
- Administer and support Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online, Entra ID (Azure AD), SharePoint/OneDrive, Teams, and endpoint/device management.
- Support and maintain infrastructure connecting MES, plant-floor controllers, and production line equipment to minimize downtime.
- Lead or participate in infrastructure projects, including data center upgrades, network refreshes, plant expansions, and system migrations, from planning through execution and closeout.
- Develop and maintain network diagrams, documentation, and standard operating procedures for server and network environments.
- Monitor system and network performance and proactively identify and resolve issues before they affect production.
- Implement and maintain security best practices across servers, network devices, and wireless infrastructure, including segmentation between IT and OT/manufacturing networks.
- Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service providers related to network and server infrastructure.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and IT staff, coordinating with manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams.
- Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to critical incidents affecting production or infrastructure availability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
