The Network Engineer is responsible for supporting the development, standardization, and continuous improvement of network architectures across Dematic’s projects. This role provides technical leadership and guidance to project teams in the design and implementation of large-scale data communication networks.
Key responsibilities include defining configuration and installation standards for LAN and WAN environments, leveraging switching, routing, and network monitoring technologies. This individual plays a critical role in ensuring consistency, scalability, and reliability across deployed solutions.
What We Offer
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The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $64,000 - $116,400 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.We offer:Tasks and Qualifications:
This Is What You Will Do in This Role:
- Support the design, specification, and configuration of networks for SCADA, PLC, and industrial automation systems.
- Assist in documenting network segmentation strategies.
- Contribute to cybersecurity design efforts by following established standards and best practices.
- Review network design drawings and support validation for accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborate with senior engineers to support Operational Technology (OT) network design activities and project teams.
- Assist with network equipment configuration, including physical interfaces, communication protocols, IP addressing, VLAN setup, and firewall rule documentation.
- Support the implementation of OT network architectures to help ensure reliable and secure system performance.
- Troubleshoot network devices and infrastructure issues with guidance from more experienced team members.
- Contribute to the development of network solutions for new projects by reviewing system designs and RFQ requirements.
- Maintain and grow technical knowledge of industry technologies, standards, and best practices through training, certifications, and hands-on experience.
What We Are Looking For:
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Foundational understanding of industrial plant-floor network infrastructure, with awareness of differences between IT and OT environments.
- Basic knowledge of industrial automation concepts and systems.
- Understanding of networking fundamentals, including routers, switches, and VLANs.
- Familiarity with firewalls and basic cybersecurity principles.
- Exposure to Industrial DMZ concepts is a plus.
- Experience or coursework involving IoT-connected devices or industrial systems is preferred.
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., OPC) is a plus.
- Entry-level certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA or similar) or progress toward certification is preferred.
Core Competencies
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues with guidance.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to learn to present technical concepts clearly.
- Ability to support network audits and contribute to recommendations for system improvements.
- Collaborative team player who is eager to learn and contribute to team success.
- Willingness to learn and participate in presentations of network standards and best practices.
Additional Requirements
- Willingness to travel up to 40% and work additional hours as needed to support project and business demands.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- Minimum two years of experience in network design
- Foundational understanding of industrial plant-floor network infrastructure and IT/OT differences
- Basic knowledge of industrial automation concepts and systems
- Understanding of networking fundamentals including routers, switches, VLANs, and IP addressing
- Familiarity with firewalls and basic cybersecurity principles
- Willingness to travel up to 40% and work additional hours as needed
- Exposure to Industrial DMZ concepts
- Experience or coursework involving IoT-connected devices or industrial systems
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., OPC)
- Entry-level certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA) or progress toward certification
What We Do
Looking to make your move? Then you’ve come to the right place! We are the KION Group, and the world of intralogistics is our home. Our solutions ensure the smooth flow of materials and information in production plants, warehouses, and distribution centers in over 100 countries. We have around 41,000 employees who make a real difference, helping us to become who we are today: the biggest manufacturer of forklift trucks and warehouse handling equipment in Europe, and one of the world’s leading warehouse automation providers. Successful? We are, but it’s all down to the motivated, highly trained, and multi-talented people that work for us. Would you like to be part of an international, diverse team? We can offer you interesting jobs and exciting career opportunities in an innovative, rapidly-growing, and forward-looking industry. With us, you benefit from numerous development opportunities in a globally active group, including the possibility of working at one of our locations abroad on a temporary basis. No matter which of our sites you work at, the KION values—integrity, collaboration, courage, and excellence—shape our individual action and our collaboration with colleagues, managers, customers, suppliers, and applicants both nationally and internationally. Who makes up the KION Group? With our international brands Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli, as well as regional brands Fenwick and OM, we stand for exceptional technology and service expertise for forklift trucks and warehouse handling equipment around the world. Dematic expands the portfolio with its automated material handling solutions for intralogistics processes in warehouses, production, and sales
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