Network Engineer; Mid

Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise networks:
  Lead planning and implementation of scalable, secure infrastructures using Cisco Catalyst and Nexus platforms.
• Manage advanced routing and switching protocols:
  Configure and optimize BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and EVPN to ensure efficient traffic flow and high availability across global sites.
• Implement and maintain F5 load balancing solutions:
  Deploy and manage F5 appliances, including custom iRules scripting, ensuring application resilience and performance.
• Troubleshoot critical network issues:
  Escalation point for diagnosing and resolving L2/L3 connectivity problems, hardware failures, and VPN disruptions.
• Secure network infrastructure:
  Enforce security practices using IPSec, 802.1x, TACACS+, and firewalls, maintaining compliance with internal and external standards.
• Support multicast and manufacturing-specific protocols:
  Configure and maintain PIM, MSDP, and Anycast‑RP for real‑time data delivery in manufacturing environments.
• Lead network upgrades and migrations:
  Drive hardware and software refreshes and expansions with minimal downtime and maximum operational continuity.
• Collaborate across teams and vendors:
  Interface with cross‑functional teams, ISPs, and hardware vendors to coordinate maintenance windows and resolve escalations.
• Document and standardize network operations:
  Maintain detailed diagrams, configuration records, and SOPs to support audit readiness and streamline troubleshooting.
• Mentor and develop team talent:
  Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers, fostering continuous learning and operational excellence.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in large‑scale enterprise network operations, focusing on Cisco devices (Catalyst, Nexus), firewalls, and load balancers.
• CCNP Enterprise or CCIE certification (current or expired within the last 3 years).
• Extensive experience with routing protocols and network technologies.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting complex L2/L3 hardware issues, application connectivity, and P2P VPN connections.
• Experience with PIM, MSDP, Anycast‑RP, and multicast in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with network monitoring tools.
• Strong customer focus, sense of ownership, urgency, responsibility for documentation, and passion for mentoring.
• Must reside within a 1‑hour drive of Taylor, TX and be willing to commute to the office 5 days per week.

• Experience supporting networks in large 24/7 manufacturing environments.
• Expertise in high‑availability network environments.
• Strong background in server network connectivity (teaming, VPC, LACP).
• Experience with F5 load balancing, iRules, and related certifications.
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls and related certifications.
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux and scripting in Python, Ansible, or other automation tools.

Pay range is $42 - $47 per hour with full benefits available, including paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401(k), parental leave, and more. Compensation may vary based on market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.