Sr Network Engineer (Requires regular visits to the Nogales plant)

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Heroica Nogales; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking a Senior Network Engineer near Nogales, MX. You will design, deploy, and maintain global enterprise networks, including cloud connectivity (AWS/Azure), and lead upgrades, performance tuning, and capacity planning.

You will manage firewall operations (Palo Alto/Fortinet) and Aruba wired/wireless solutions, with travel up to 25%. The role requires 5+ years in networking, an associate degree or cert, and strong TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS/DHCP, and VPN knowledge.

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in networking technologies.
• Associate degree or technical certification in a computer-related field.
• Hands-on experience with routing, switching and enterprise networks.

Responsabilidades

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise networks across global operations.
• Support upgrades, performance optimization and capacity planning.
• Manage firewall operations including Palo Alto and Fortinet.
• Deploy and maintain Aruba wired and wireless network solutions.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve network issues across environments.
• Collaborate with teams to support project delivery and improvements.

Conocimientos

Networking concepts

TCP/IP

VLANs

VPN

Firewall expertise

DNS/DHCP/IP addressing

Aruba networking

AWS/Azure networking (optional)

Communication

Team collaboration

Educación

Associate degree or technical certification in a computer-related field

Herramientas

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Aruba wireless

AWS networking

Azure networking

SolarWinds

Descripción del empleo

Candidate must be near Nogales and able to commute to the site as needed (may be weekly). A Day in Your Life at MKS: As a Senior Network Engineer at MKS Inc, you will partner with internal teams to support and maintain the company’s network and data communication systems across global operations. In this role, you will report to the Senior Manager, Network Engineering.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise networks, including AWS and Azure connectivity
• Assisting with network upgrades, performance optimization, and capacity planning
• Supporting firewall operations including Palo Alto and Fortinet
• Deploying and maintaining Aruba wired and wireless network solutions
• Monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving network issues across global environments
• Collaborating with teams to support project delivery and operational improvements

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 25% of Travel is required
• Ability to work from the Nogales Mexico Manufacturing location as required to complete onsite engineering requirements.

Skills You Bring:

• Associate degree or technical certification in a computer-related field
• 5+ years of experience in networking technologies
• Experience with routing, switching, and enterprise network environments
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols, and VPN technologies
• Hands-on experience with firewalls such as Palo Alto or Fortinet
• Experience with DNS, DHCP, and IP addressing
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively across teams

Preferred Skills:

• (Optional) Experience with AWS and Azure networking
• Familiarity with Aruba networking technologies
• Experience with monitoring tools such as SolarWinds
• Basic knowledge of authentication protocols (RADIUS, TACACS+, 802.1X)

Supervisory Scope:

(Optional)

Reporting Relationships:

No direct reports

Financial Responsibilities:

Supports work within defined budgets

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time Experience maintaining and supporting network infrastructure in a 24/7, On-Call model Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand Must be able to exchange accurate information Operates in a professional office environment Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

LI-KP1 Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations. Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies.

MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business. MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [e-mail].

At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path. Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us.

Our group of ~10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data. We're the behind-the-scenes support for some amazing technology. MKS Inc., enables technologies that transform our world. MKS Inc, Product Overview