Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!
Responsibilities:Planning, design, and operation of modern IT network and infrastructure components (LAN, WLAN, WAN, firewalls – on-premises & cloud-based)
Administration and further development of global network architectures in a complex, international IT environment
Participation in international IT projects – from technical conception and administrative support to operational implementation
Ensuring network availability and security through monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization
Close collaboration with internal departments and external partners to implement infrastructure projects
Contribution to the definition and implementation of global IT standards as well as participation in corporate-wide committees (e.g. security policies, network structures)
Documentation and continuous improvement of deployed systems and processes
Several years of practical experience in the design, operation, and optimization of complex network infrastructures (LAN, WAN, WLAN)
In-depth technical knowledge of IP networks, switching (L2/L3), VLANs, and routing protocols (e.g. BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
Hands-on experience with Azure networking, WAN acceleration, and SD-WAN
Experience working with Cisco technologies and firewalls (e.g. Azure, CATO)
Good knowledge of infrastructure core services such as DNS, DHCP, and ideally NTP
Structured, self-reliant working style and a high level of customer orientation
Willingness to travel internationally and enthusiasm for working in intercultural teams
Excellent English and good German skills (at least C1) in both spoken and written form
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Freudenberg Performance Materials Service GmbHSkills Required
- Several years of practical experience in the design, operation, and optimization of complex network infrastructures
- In-depth technical knowledge of IP networks, switching (L2/L3), VLANs, and routing protocols
- Hands-on experience with Azure networking, WAN acceleration, and SD-WAN
- Experience working with Cisco technologies and firewalls
- Good knowledge of infrastructure core services such as DNS, DHCP
- Excellent English and good German skills (at least C1)
Freudenberg Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Freudenberg Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Freudenberg Group.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is considered strong at many U.S. sites, with low‑cost options, HSA contributions, and on‑site clinics in some locations.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is standard across U.S. entities, though exact match mechanics differ by business group and year.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is often described as good, with some locations offering generous holiday schedules.
Freudenberg Group Insights
What We Do
Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with its partners, customers and research institutions, the Freudenberg Group develops leading-edge technologies and excellent products and services for about 40 markets and for thousands of applications: seals, vibration control components, technical textiles, filters, specialty chemicals, medical products and the most modern cleaning products. Strength of innovation, strong customer orientation, diversity, and team spirit are the cornerstones of the Group. The 170-year-old company holds strong to its core values: a commitment to excellence, reliability and pro-active, responsible action. In 2022, the Freudenberg Group employed more than 51,000 people in some 60 countries worldwide and generated sales of more than €11.7 billion. Learn more about us and visit our digital home at freudenberg.com and read the stories that make us Freudenberg. Visit and follow us at www.freudenberg.com https://www.instagram.com/freudenberg.group/ www.youtube.com/FreudenbergGroup www.facebook.com/freudenberggroup *** Netiquette *** We look forward to receiving your comments and posts. On behalf of all users, we ask for constructive contributions, mutual respect, courtesy and tolerance. All contributions will be checked and we reserve the right to delete contributions. This applies in particular to unlawful content, incorrect statements, advertising for third parties, spam or slander. In addition, we reserve the right to remove comments that are otherwise inappropriate or incorrect. Contributions made by external users do not necessarily reflect Freudenberg’s opinion. Please find our data protect information here: https://www.freudenberg.com/fileadmin/downloads/english/2020-11_DataProtectionInformation_SocialMedia_EN.pdf
