Network Engineer 5

Position's Contributions to Work Group:

As a LAN Analyst for the Caterpillar Americas team, you will have the opportunity to work both independently and as part of a team on complex network projects. You will develop your professional network and leadership skills as you support a wide variety of network-related solutions. You will also utilize your technical skillset and business understanding to help solve critical business problems.
This role will work with the Caterpillar LAN team to provide support for all Caterpillar locations across the Americas.

Education & Experience Required:

Bachelors/Master's degree with 10+ years' experience

Technical Skills

(Required)

5-7 years of progressively responsible roles in the Network Engineering space
LAN implementation and support, knowledge of risk domains, tiered domains, TCP/IP fundamentals, ethernet, QoS, IP subnetting, cabling (copper & fiber), OSPF, VLAN Trunking, VLANs, and switching configuration
Functional experience with LAN operations and implementation utilizing Cisco switches and familiarity with Cisco equipment
Ability to work in a team atmosphere and collaborate with others in a positive manner

(Desired)

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Experience with automation technologies and scripting
Experience with DNA Center (Catalyst Center)
Wireless knowledge and experience
Relevant work experience with medium to large companies

Soft Skills

(Required)

Attention to detail
Effective communication skills

Interview Process:

1ST call with be Lab questions and if they pass that, they will then be scheduled for 2nd interview. ( VIA teams meeting)

Disqualifiers/Red Flags:

If the resume does not list where the candidate currently resides, the resume will be DQ, no exceptions.
If the candidate does not reside in local area but open to relocating on their own dime, please make sure to list that on the resume, or they will be DQ, no exception.
If filter questions are not answered immediately during your interview and/or call, DO NOT SUBMIT THEM.

Typical task breakdown:

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve LAN issues and replace defective components as needed
Respond as needed to support requests that relate to LAN development and support
Provide off-shift support for critical incidents. Team members rotate through an on-call schedule, requiring occasional off-shift and weekend support calls
Work directly, as needed, with business partners and vendors with integration of infrastructure
Design and implement processes and process improvements to aid in development and support
Follow ITSM process and documentation for all changes
Collaborate with other technical teams as needed to plan and execute changes (i.e., firewall, VPN, wireless, NAC, etc.)
Advise business partners regarding technical questions/issues in the LAN space

Interaction with team:

- Will be with a few teams within CAT (LAN team) , also collaborate with Security team and Firewall team and other IT teams as needed.

Work environment:

- 5x days onsite ( Monday- Friday)