Senior Network Engineer

nVent•Anoka, MN

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain our global enterprise network infrastructure. This role requires deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead complex projects that ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of our systems. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with strong communication skills and a passion for optimizing network performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Ideally 8+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role.
Expertise in: Routing and switching (Cisco, Juniper, Arista, etc.) Firewalls and security appliances (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA) Wireless technologies and VPN solutions Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) SD-WAN technologies and application aware routing
Strong knowledge of protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, DNS, DHCP).
Experience designing networks for a multi-national organization.
Familiarity with global regulatory requirements.
Experience with network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Nagios, etc.).
Relevant certifications (CCNP, CCIE, CISSP, or equivalent) strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

Network Design & Architecture Plan, design, and implement scalable LAN, WAN, and cloud-based network solutions.
Develop and maintain network diagrams, documentation, and standards.
Operations & Maintenance Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability.
Perform upgrades, patches, and configuration changes across routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
Participate in an on-call rotation for escalations.
Security & Compliance Implement and enforce network security policies, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Project Leadership Lead network-related projects, migrations, and integrations.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across IT teams.
Vendor & Stakeholder Management Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and vendors.
Work closely with business stakeholders to align network solutions with organizational goals.

Benefits

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance
Benefits to support the lives of our employees
nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location.
Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance.
Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.
Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.
At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being.
We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes: Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.
At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions.
People are our most valuable asset.
Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.