Network Engineer

Coherent Corp.; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in engineering and manufacturing is seeking a skilled network professional for their Ipoh location. The role involves configuring and maintaining robust network infrastructures, implementing solutions, and delivering end-user support. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in IT or related fields, along with 4–6 years of experience in network management. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders are crucial. Join a company committed to innovation and employee growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive career development platform

Competitive compensation program

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in enterprise network planning, design, and management.
• Strong hands-on experience in troubleshooting network and security issues.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain network infrastructures for high-availability services.
• Implement networking solutions following best practices.
• Deliver end-user support to a regional user base.

Skills

Network infrastructure management

Customer service

Network troubleshooting

Communication skills

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related technical field

Tools

Cisco products (CCNA/CCNP)

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Monitoring tools

Job description

Job Description

• 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‑defined 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).

About Us

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.

About The Team

Coherent Malaysia (formerly known as II‑VI Incorporated) began operations in 2001 through the incorporation of Finisar Malaysia with 300 headcounts, now employs over 3000 employees. Ipoh’s assembly and test site for optical components, transceivers, and wavelength management equipment, remains committed to the expansion of Coherent Corporation, accelerated by the growth of next generation products to meet the increasing demands for network bandwidth and data storage.

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!

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