Network Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support and enhance our global manufacturing network environment. This role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise-scale network solutions across manufacturing sites, ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing connectivity that enables critical business operations.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in network switching, strong knowledge of network security, excellent communication skills, and a positive, collaborative approach to working with stakeholders across technical and manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and support large-scale enterprise LAN, WLAN, and network infrastructure solutions.

• Provide technical leadership for manufacturing network projects, refresh initiatives, and site expansions.

• Support day-to-day operational activities and troubleshoot complex network issues across manufacturing environments.

• Drive improvements in network performance, reliability, availability, and security.

• Collaborate closely with manufacturing teams to understand operational requirements and deliver effective network solutions.

• Partner with Cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with security standards, vulnerability management, and network segmentation initiatives.

• Create and maintain technical documentation, network designs, and implementation plans.

• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to business stakeholders and project teams.

• Contribute to network automation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or related field, or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise-scale network environments.

• Strong hands-on experience with:

• Cisco Switching and Routing

• Cisco Wireless technologies

• Enterprise Firewalls (Palo Alto or Check Point)

• TCP/IP networking fundamentals

• Network Security principles and best practices

• Experience supporting manufacturing or operational technology (OT) environments is highly desirable.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong customer-focused mindset with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.

• Positive attitude, collaborative approach, and willingness to support business-critical manufacturing operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent networking certifications.

• Experience with Cisco ISE, Cisco Catalyst Center, F5, Splunk, Service Now, Net Brain, Logic Monitor, Ansible, or Python.

• Experience with Network Segmentation, Access Control, and Network AIOps.

• Experience working in regulated industries such as healthcare, life sciences, or manufacturing.

What Success Looks Like:

• Acts as a subject matter expert in enterprise networking and switching technologies.

• Builds strong relationships with manufacturing and business stakeholders.

• Delivers secure, reliable, and scalable network solutions.

• Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and a proactive approach to problem solving.

• Communicates effectively and collaborates successfully within global teams.

What We Offer
Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay and structure Bonus, as well as benefits such as

• Private Health Insurance for you and your family

• Occupational Pension Scheme with an excellence contribution rate

• Life assurance

• Career Development

• Growing business plus access to many more benefits

• Luas stop right outside the building

• Underground parking available

• Onsite canteen

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

IT Services & Solutions Delivery:

DIVISION:

BTS Business Technology Services:

LOCATION:

Ireland > Dublin : Block G, Cherrywood, Cherrywood Business Park

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

• Ie
• Cw 37.5B (Ireland)

TRAVEL:

Yes, 10 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable