Network Engineer

HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing and recruiting firm is seeking a skilled Network Engineer for a hybrid role in Mayfield Heights, OH. The successful candidate will design, validate, and optimize Ethernet-based network systems used in manufacturing environments. Responsibilities include troubleshooting complex network architectures and collaborating with teams on technical solutions. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in network engineering with strong hands-on skills in Ethernet protocols and technologies. This position offers an opportunity to work on real-world industrial systems and high visibility in the automation technology space.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering or related roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Ethernet networking and protocols.
• Experience designing and troubleshooting network test environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and troubleshoot complex network architectures.
• Build and execute testbeds and test cases for Ethernet networks.
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers on technical solutions.

Skills

Ethernet networking and protocols

Network engineering

Complex technical problem-solving

Tools

Cisco switches

Stratix switches

Allen-Bradley systems

Job description

📍 Hybrid – Mayfield Heights, OH (2–3 days onsite)

Are you someone who enjoys building and testing complex network systems—not just maintaining them? This is an opportunity to work on cutting‑edge industrial networking solutions that directly impact real-world manufacturing environments.

Our Client, a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation, is looking for a skilled Network Engineer to join their engineering team. You’ll play a key role in designing, validating, and optimizing Ethernet‑based network systems used across advanced automation platforms.

🔧 What You’ll Be Doing

• Design, configure, and troubleshoot complex network architectures
• Build and execute testbeds and test cases for Ethernet networks
• Validate system performance, reliability, and scalability
• Work across both IT and OT environments (industrial + enterprise networking)
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers on technical solutions
• Present findings and contribute to technical discussions
• Take ownership of projects and solve problems independently

🧠 What They’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering or related roles
• Strong hands‑on experience with Ethernet networking and protocols:
• STP, VLANs, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, HSRP, VRRP, IGMP, ACLs
• Experience designing and troubleshooting network test environments
• Exposure to industrial networking technologies (DLR, PRP, HSR, MRP)
• Familiarity with Cisco or Stratix switches
• Experience with Allen‑Bradley systems is a strong plus
• Ability to work independently and handle complex technical challenges

🌟 Why This Role Stands Out

• Work on real‑world industrial systems, not just theoretical networks
• High visibility role with cutting‑edge automation technology
• Opportunity to bridge IT and OT environments
• Be part of a team solving complex, meaningful engineering problems