Network Engineer I

As a Network Engineer , you’ll be a key member of the Network Business Technology Team responsible for designing, configuring, maintaining, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure across multiple locations. Your expertise will help maximize network performance, strengthen security, and ensure the reliable connectivity that keeps manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently.

Above all, you’ll contribute to a culture where safety is the highest priority , supporting technology solutions that help drive operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

As a Network Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Configure, maintain, and support enterprise network infrastructure across manufacturing operations.

• Collaborate with local and enterprise technology teams to design scalable and secure network architectures.

• Lead the installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of networking equipment.

• Drive consistency by implementing current and emerging enterprise networking standards.

• Provide technical support for infrastructure projects and internal customer requests.

• Identify opportunities to improve network standards, policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Troubleshoot network issues and implement effective, long-term solutions.

• Participate in an on-call rotation and travel as needed to support business operations.

• Promote and uphold safety policies, procedures, and housekeeping standards in every aspect of your work.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience configuring and managing enterprise network infrastructure.

• Strong working knowledge of:

• TCP/IP networking

• VLANs

• DHCP and DNS

• LAN design, installation, configuration, cabling, and network management

• Ability to analyze technical issues and implement effective solutions.

• Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Customer-focused approach with a commitment to delivering exceptional internal support.

• Willingness to travel and participate in an on-call support rotation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry certifications such as Network+, CCENT, CCNA, CCNP , or equivalent.

• Experience with Cisco Catalyst 9000 switching and wireless technologies.

• Knowledge of single-mode and multi-mode fiber installation.

• Experience configuring and administering Spanning Tree Protocol.

• Experience with IP routing and multiple routing protocols.

• Familiarity with network monitoring platforms and configuration backup solutions.

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees.

• Dedicated recruiting support committed to helping you succeed throughout your career.

Ready to Build What’s Next?

If you’re ready to take ownership of enterprise network infrastructure, solve complex technical challenges, and help power one of America’s leading steel manufacturers, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your networking career with PDS Tech Commercial-where your expertise helps build stronger connections and stronger industries.

Pay Details: $40.00 to $50.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect exceptional talent with outstanding career opportunities at industry-leading organizations. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• A permanent opportunity with one of the nation’s leading steel manufacturers.

• The chance to work on enterprise-scale network infrastructure supporting critical manufacturing operations.

• A collaborative technology team that values innovation, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing.

• Opportunities to expand your technical expertise while working with modern networking technologies.

• A strong culture built on teamwork, accountability, operational excellence, and safety.