Network Engineer

BW Design Group; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Network Engineer to join their team in Sacramento, California. The role involves implementing industrial networks, supporting project lifecycles, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science, with 3-7 years of relevant experience and strong network infrastructure skills. Competitive compensation ranges between $85k and $115k, with opportunities for professional development and mentorship.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in a manufacturing or networking role.
• A solid grasp of network hardware components and protocols.
• Willingness to travel 40-60% for installations and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Implement industrial networks for manufacturing facilities.
• Deliver full project lifecycle from design to troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

Skills

Network infrastructure understanding

Configuration of Rockwell/Cisco switches

Effective organizational skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Analytical skills

Fluency in Cisco CLI

Education

Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering/computer science

Tools

GNS3

SolarWinds

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

Who You’ll Work With

You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world‑class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment.

What You’ll Do

When you join Design Group as a Network Engineer, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world’s leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our CSI Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy. You’ll work individually and in teams to support capital projects and implement solutions for our clients. Together, you will help our clients make critical changes to improve their performance and realize their most important goals.

• Implement industrial networks, primarily for manufacturing facilities
• Deliver on‑site full project lifecycle of site‑wide network design, including initial validation, complete commissioning, sign‑off, troubleshooting, and modification of existing customer networks
• Handle the audit, specification, design, development, testing, and implementation of industrial networks (platforms primarily include the Cisco/Stratix line of enterprise and industrial hardware)
• Design solutions to meet and exceed customer expectations
• Create accurate network diagrams/documentation for design, planning, and procurement
• Create BOMs to fulfill project design requirements including network hardware, structured cabling, and connectors
• Provide direction and clarification to installers and other on‑site staff regarding the physical network installation
• Work collaboratively within cross‑functional team environment to achieve overall project goals
• Make an impact day‑to‑day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and team

What You’ll Bring

• Three to seven years of related experience within either a manufacturing environment or a direct networking position, or equivalent
• A Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or an equivalent technical degree/experience
• A solid understanding of network infrastructure, network hardware components, and interrelated network communication protocols
• The ability to configure Rockwell/Cisco switches
• Network certifications (CCNA/NP, IMINS)
• Experience in industrial and/or manufacturing environments.
• Virtualization hardware and software experience (Dell, HP, VMware, Hyper‑V)
• A basic understanding of project management fundamentals and strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Visio, & AutoCAD)
• Some degree of fluency in Cisco CLI (other manufacturers’ CLI fluency is a plus)
• Effective organizational, communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills
• This ability to work with minimal supervision
• A willingness to travel at least 40‑60% to support installation and start‑up activities and attend client meetings
• Security experience/certifications (ISA, GICSP, CISSP) (preferred)
• Network tools experience (GNS3, SolarWinds, Network Manager) (preferred)
• Control system experience (PLCs, SCADA software) (preferred)
• Experience in industrial controls network design (preferred)
• Application development or system administration experience (preferred)

Our Culture and Commitment

Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Network Engineer, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world‑class engineer and a highly effective leader.

Feel like you’re on the path to becoming a Network Engineer but you’re not quite there yet? We’d love to connect with you to see if we can take you from where you are today and grow you into a Design Group Engineering Consultant.

Pay Range

The approximate pay range for this position is $85k‑$115k. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.