Network Engineer (IT Automation)

Piper Companies; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Network Engineer – IT Automation for a multi-billion-dollar facility in Clayton, North Carolina. This role involves supporting a new expansion project by providing Tier 1 network support for all devices and services in-person.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or significant experience, possess a strong networking background, and hold relevant certifications like CCNA or CCNP. A competitive salary and full benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years related experience or 10 years direct experience.
• Strong networking background with Manufacturing / Operational experience.
• Certification in networking infrastructure, preferably CCNA or CCNP.

Responsibilities

• Operation of infrastructure network equipment and systems.
• Provide Tier 1 IT network support for all devices & services.
• Support and maintain network infrastructure, including switches and routers.

Skills

Networking background

Manufacturing / Operational experience

Cisco knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Visio

Network devices

Job description

Piper Companies is hiring a Network Engineer – IT Automation for a global healthcare organization specializing in innovative treatments for chronic diseases located in Clayton, North Carolina. The Network Engineer – IT Automation will support a new expansion project at a multi-billion-dollar facility expansion providing tier 1 network support for all network devices & services in Clayton, North Carolina. The Network Engineer – IT Automation role is a yearlong that requires you to sit in person in Clayton, North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Operation of infrastructure network equipment, systems, and documentation under applicable government regulations and guidelines.
• Provide Tier 1 IT network support for all devices & services.
• Supporting and maintaining network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless networks, and related services.
• Helping standardize network configurations and identify opportunities for automation to improve efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five (5) years of related experience or ten (10) years of direct experience required.
• Possession of a strong networking background with Manufacturing / Operational experience.
• Certification in networking infrastructure with preference for CCNA or CCNP certifications.
• Experience with production line startup and operational support.

Compensation & Benefits

• $145,000 - $175,000 paid hourly at a rate of $69.71/hr - $84.13/hr
• Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday and Sick Leave if Required by Law

Keywords: cisco, onsite, clayton, networking, engineering, it automation, it, information technology, operational technology, troubleshooting, visio, network topology, design documentation, novo nordisk,ccna, ccnp, router

This job opens for applications on 6/24/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.