Network Engineer

IDR, Inc.; Rochester (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Autonomy in standard installs/configs

Enterprise networking initiatives

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

Job summary

IDR, Inc. in Rochester, MN is seeking a Network Engineer to design, configure, and maintain enterprise switching and routing infrastructure in a hybrid work environment.

The role requires hands-on Cisco Catalyst C9000 switches and Catalyst C8000 routers, OSI Layers 1–3 knowledge, and the ability to work independently within a broader engineering team. You will document configurations and procedures, collaborate to ensure network stability and performance, and contribute to enterprise-level

Qualifications

• Minimum two years with a bachelor’s degree, four years with an associate, or six years’ experience without a degree.
• Strong knowledge of OSI model Layers 1–3.
• Hands-on experience configuring Cisco Catalyst C9000 switches.
• Hands-on experience configuring Cisco Catalyst C8000 routers.
• Experience deploying at access and distribution layers.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain enterprise switching and routing infrastructure.
• Operate independently on well-defined initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure network stability and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues at OSI Layers 1–3.
• Document configurations and network procedures for clear team communications.

Skills

OSI model 1–3

Independent work

Network design

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Associate degree with 4 years experience

6+ years experience without degree

Tools

Cisco switches

Cisco routers

Job description

IDR is seeking a Network Engineer. The role is based in Rochester, MN (Hybrid) and involves designing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise switching and routing infrastructure. This contract position requires a hands-on technical skill set and offers opportunities for independent work while collaborating within a broader engineering team.

Position Overview for the Network Engineer:

• Design, configure, and maintain enterprise switching and routing infrastructure.
• Operate independently on well-defined initiatives.
• Collaborate with broader engineering teams to ensure network stability and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues at OSI Layers 1–3.
• Document configurations and network procedures to maintain clear team communications.

Requirements for the Network Engineer:

• Minimum of two (2) years of professional technical work experience with a bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, or four (4) years with an associate’s degree, or six (6) years of experience without a degree.
• Strong working knowledge of the OSI model, specifically Layers 1–3.
• Hands-on experience configuring and installing Cisco switches — Catalyst C9000 series.
• Hands-on experience configuring and installing Cisco routers — Catalyst C8000 series.
• Experience deploying equipment at both the access layer and distribution layer.

What's in it for you?

• Opportunity to work in a hybrid environment with a dynamic engineering team.
• Role that offers autonomy in executing standard installs and configurations.
• Chance to contribute to enterprise-level networking infrastructure.

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 13 years in a row.