Manufacturing Network Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Manufacturing Network Engineer to support large-scale manufacturing network deployments and new production launches. This role serves as the primary point of coordination for network readiness activities, ensuring network infrastructure, connectivity, and system integrations are delivered, tested, and validated according to project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Cook up network readiness activities for manufacturing project launches.
• Develop and maintain project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Cook up activities across Network Engineering, Network Planning, Network Operations, Manufacturing IT, manufacturing teams, and external partners.
• Track project progress and ensure deadlines are achieved.
• Ensure network infrastructure, including switches, wireless access points, cellular systems, cabling, and connectivity, is installed and configured.
• Cook up provisioning of network devices and systems.
• Validate end-to-end functionality of network infrastructure.
• Cook up support for system integration across wired and wireless network environments.
• Cook up coordination of testing and validation activities before production launch.
• Serve as the primary liaison between technical and business stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings, provide status updates, and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Identify project risks, gaps, and potential delays.
• Cook up coordination of troubleshooting and resolution of network and system issues.
• Escalate critical issues when necessary.
• Work with internal teams and external partners to ensure network integration and production readiness.
• Cook up support for pre-production testing, pilot builds, and production validation.
• Verify network performance under production conditions.
• Maintain project documentation and provide regular project status reports.
• Capture lessons learned for future implementations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional technical projects.
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco LAN and wireless infrastructure.
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst 9000 series switches.
• Experience with Wi-Fi 7, Cisco Catalyst Center, and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
• Strong understanding of networking and IP protocols, including OSPF and BGP.
• Experience with Cisco Software Defined Networking (SD-Access).
• Experience with Cisco routing, switching, and IOS-XE.
• Knowledge of Industrial Ethernet protocols, including Ethernet/IP and PROFINET.
• Knowledge of fiber and copper network cabling standards.
• Understanding of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles.
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls and Prisma Access.
• Knowledge of commercial and private cellular networking.
• Experience troubleshooting enterprise wired and wireless networks.
• Experience validating and troubleshooting Wi-Fi and cellular deployments.
• Cisco CCNA certification preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and customer service skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with network engineering and project management.
• Knowledge of industrial networking and IP protocols.
• Experience with Cisco and other networking equipment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Skills

• Network engineering and project management.
• Industrial networking and IP protocols.
• Cisco and other networking equipment.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

At HTC Global Services, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package including Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Group Life and Disability insurance, Professional Development opportunities, Wellness programs, and a variety of other perks.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and designed to accommodate the needs of the role and the individual.

What Makes HTC A Great Place To Build Your Future

HTC Global Services wants you to join our team. Come build new things with us and advance your career. At HTC Global, you’ll collaborate with experts, work alongside clients, and be part of high-performing teams driving success together. You’ll have long-term opportunities to grow your career and develop skills in the latest emerging technologies. At HTC Global Services, our employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits can include Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Group Life and Disability insurance, Professional Development opportunities, Wellness programs, and a variety of other perks. Our success as a company is built on inclusion and diversity. HTC Global Services is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate differences and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and skills drive innovation and success. HTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud National Minority Supplier. We seek to empower each individual, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and respected.