Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Configure, manage, monitor and maintain robust network infrastructures to deliver secure, high-availability (>99.9%) network services throughout a global environment.
• Implement and support networking solutions according to our Incorporated standards and industry best practices.
• Assist and consult with systems and network professionals, including those at other sites, on networking initiatives, technologies, and compatibility between sites.
• Engage with vendors to support a stable network environment.
• Experience in manufacturing environment. 
• Familiar with structured cabling and liaise with cabling vendors.
• Manage and implement planned changes in pre-scheduled maintenance windows off hours.
• Deliver end-user support to a regional user base on a timely basis and in accordance with department standards, consistent with legal and statutory requirements and with industry best practices.

Skills and Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related technical field.
• 4-6 years of experience in Enterprise Network planning, design, and management for a global company.
• L1 & L2 Network Operational Support.
• Excellent knowledge on Switching, Routing & Firewall concepts.
• Monitor network devices using the Monitoring tool, coordinate with site contacts and service providers as needed, and communicate with relevant stakeholders.
• Strong hands-on experience in handling, troubleshooting network and security related issues.
• Responsible for managing firewalls, your duties will typically span across configuring, maintaining, securing, monitoring, troubleshooting to ensure network integrity and security. 
• Good to have knowledge on Load balancers, SDWAN and automation.
• Must be able to scale upwards and adopt newer technologies that include converged infrastructure, software de-fined networks, and application delivery.
• Excellent customer service skills including telephone techniques, listening skills, sense of urgency and enthusiasm.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with end-users, IT professionals and management.
• Demonstrated skills in network project planning and management, documentation, problem-solving and work prioritization.
• Strong vendor management experience desired.
• Should have good communication and troubleshooting skills to manage MPLS, telecom, and data service providers.
• Must be both team-oriented and self-motivated.
• Cisco CCNA/CCNP certifications preferred.
• Willing to travel, domestic and international.
• Willing to work in 24/7 on call.

 

Preferred (but not mandatory) Skills:

• Familiarity with VOIP technology.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.