Network Engineer - Manufacturing

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Competitive benefits

Growth and education programs

Wellness and work-life balance

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, and support OT networking within manufacturing environments, focusing on reliability and security.

You will collaborate with manufacturing, facilities, and engineering teams, deploy SDN for industrial control, and participate in after-hours on-call rotations while upholding strict confidentiality and customer service standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent IT experience.
• 2+ years of experience in a technical environment.
• Knowledge of IT methods, practices, procedures, and policies.
• Willingness for lifelong learning and to mentor interns.
• Ability to work in rapid-changing environments and on-call rotation.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethics.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement OT networking solutions in manufacturing.
• Deploy SDN infrastructure for industrial control systems.
• Partner with manufacturing, facilities and engineering teams.
• Plan network infrastructure: switches, cabinets, UPS, PDUs, fiber, cabling.
• Assist with commissioning new manufacturing lines and integrations.
• Apply cybersecurity principles to protect industrial networks.

Skills

IT experience

Customer service

Mentoring

On-call rotation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a creative and highly skilled Network Engineer who enjoys both traditional enterprise networking and hands‑on industrial infrastructure work. This individual is comfortable collaborating with manufacturing teams, supporting production‑critical systems, managing technical projects, and helping deliver network solutions that enable SEL's continued manufacturing growth. Join our team to help modernize, enhance, and simplify the network platforms and processes that ensure SEL’s operations meet the highest standards of reliability and security. You will collaborate with talented, motivated colleagues in a hands‑on environment. We’re seeking an engineer who thrives in a Cisco‑centric ecosystem, learns new technologies quickly, and is eager to contribute to a fast‑evolving infrastructure landscape.

Typical Day / Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support Operational Technology (OT) networking solutions within manufacturing environments.
• Deploy and maintain Software Defined Networking (SDN) infrastructure supporting industrial control systems and production equipment.
• Partner with manufacturing, facilities, and engineering teams to support factory expansion projects and production initiatives.
• Plan and coordinate network infrastructure requirements including switches, cabinets, racks, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), power distribution units (PDUs), fiber systems, and structured cabling.
• Assist with commissioning new manufacturing lines, equipment integrations, and facility build‑outs.
• Apply cybersecurity principles and segmentation strategies to protect manufacturing and industrial networks.

Qualifications

• You have a bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience in an IT environment
• You have 2+ years of related experience in a technical environment
• You have knowledge of IT methods, practices, procedures, and policies
• You have a desire for life‑long learning to maintain a comprehensive understanding of evolving technologies
• You have experience teaching and mentoring IT interns and associates
• You embrace dynamic, fast‑paced environments, and adapt well to rapid change
• You can participate in after hours on call rotation
• You practice absolute confidentiality and unquestionable ethics
• You have excellent customer service commitment

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical background and knowledge of manufacturing and/or engineering processes
• Ability to meet Motor Vehicle Report Qualification Standards of SEL
• Experience using programming languages and script writing

Physical Requirements

• Ability to use a ladder and/or scissor lift
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs

Location

Pullman, WA - This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small‑town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee‑owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees. We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options. We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay. We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs. Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range

Pay Range Data Network Engineer, $81,300 - $122,000. We base our starting pay offer on location and job‑related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Our ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.

Communication with Applicants

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Equal Opportunity Employer

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee‑owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.