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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** Nucor - **Location:** Ghent, KY, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Border Gateway Protocol, Perl (Programming Language), Networking Hardware, Python (Programming Language), Local Area Networks, Network Security, Network Architecture, Networking Basics, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Wide Area Networks, Scripting, Identity Services Engine, Computer Network Operations, GitHub Copilot, Reliability of Systems, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Routing & Switching, Open Network Automation Platform, GPT - **Published:** September 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.nucor.com/talentcommunity/apply/1425590700/?locale=en_US ## About the Role Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times., * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related IT/Engineering field combined with one year of work experience supporting local area network infrastructure OR 3 years of experience supporting local area network infrastructure, * Professional networking certifications such as CCNA or CCNP * Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Perl, Python) for network automation and task optimization * Experience with network security practices and access control models (e.g. Palo Alto, SDWAN and Firewall, Cisco ISE, SDA ) * Experience leading technical projects * Experience in managing single-mode and multimode fiber cabling, and experience with installation and maintenance ## Description Nucor Business Technology (NBT) is seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer at our Nucor Steel Gallatin. This position will be part of a shared services team that is responsible for configuring, maintaining, and supporting network infrastructure in production environments across all Nucor locations while maximizing security and operational effectiveness. The role provides the successful candidate an opportunity to become a key team player offering technical expertise in supporting Nucor's network operations and innovation. This position will be onsite, located at our Nucor Steel - Gallatin division in KY. This position requires travel [approximately 25%] to support other divisions., * Configure, secure, and maintain NBT's network infrastructure to ensure efficient, reliable, and high- performance operations. * Collaborate and coordinate with local IT groups and enterprise teammates to implement effective network solutions to include working with networking fundamentals, including: TCP/IP networking, LAN/WAN environments, and common routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP. * Coordinate infrastructure installations and maintenance, including setting up network equipment and performing hardware configuration and upgrades at local sites. * Drive consistency in networking standards by adhering to and promoting current standards and emerging networking best practices across the enterprise. * Provide technical support and customer service to teammates by promptly addressing network-related requests, troubleshooting issues, and assisting with IT projects. * Identify and implement improvements to departmental standards, policies, and procedures to enhance network reliability and efficiency. * Troubleshoot and resolve network issues in a timely manner, analyzing problems to minimize downtime and ensure the network operates efficiently. * Familiarity with network security best practices and access control models, and experience working with network hardware/software (switching/routing, firewalls, wireless, etc.). * Leverage AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude) to accelerate analysis, documentation, or requirements gathering. ## Related Videos - [JavaScript? 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