Senior Network Construction Engineer

Commercial Metals LTD; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits

401(k) match

Bonuses

Life Insurance

Stock Purchase Plan

Training & Advancement

Job summary

Commercial Metals Company is seeking an experienced Network Infrastructure Engineer to design and implement Layer 1 networks across multiple sites. You will oversee cabling, rack layouts, and hardware installations, ensuring reliable IT and OT connectivity and coordinating with vendors to meet timelines and budgets.

Ideal candidates have 3–7+ years in network deployment, strong Layer 1-3 knowledge, and experience with Meraki/Cisco in industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in CS/IT.
• 3-7+ years in network infrastructure deployment or field engineering.
• Experience with multi-vendor networks (Meraki, Cisco) and OT environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead Layer 1 network infrastructure implementations.
• Oversee site cabling, rack/stack, and hardware installs.
• Ensure reliable network for IT and OT systems across sites.
• Manage third-party contractors and vendors to schedule and budget.
• Coordinate procurement of network equipment and materials.
• Create field-ready implementation plans with cross-team collaboration.
• Perform site assessments for power, space, and environment.
• Configure and validate networking equipment across platforms.

Skills

Network Fundamentals

Layer 1-3 Networking

Meraki & Cisco

Field Engineering

Vendor Management

Industrial OT

Read Network Diagrams

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

Meraki

Cisco

Fiber/Copper Cabling

Job description

it's what's inside that counts

There's more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it's the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:

• Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision, Dental
• Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
• 4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan
• $500 Annual Company-paid Lifestyle Benefit
• Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Advancement Opportunities

Why This Job

CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you'll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.

What You'll Do

• Design and lead implementation of Layer 1 network infrastructure, including cabling layouts, MDF/IDF buildouts, pathway design, and physical topology
• Coordinate and oversee network construction activities, including cabling, rack/stack, and hardware installation at new and existing sites
• Ensure remote locations have reliable, standards-compliant network infrastructure to support production equipment, OT systems, and business connectivity
• Manage and oversee third-party contractors and vendors, ensuring work is completed to CMC standards, on time, and within budget
• Manage the procurement process for network equipment, including obtaining quotes, coordinating purchases, and receiving and verifying delivered materials
• Partner with appropriate teams to translate designs into field-ready implementation plans while retaining ownership of execution in the field
• Perform site assessments to validate power, space, pathways, mounting locations, and environmental requirements
• Configure, deploy, and validate network equipment (switching, routing, wireless, and edge connectivity) across multiple platforms (including but not limited to Meraki and Cisco)
• Support installation, turn-up, and validation of network connectivity for both IT and OT environments
• Troubleshoot and resolve physical layer and network connectivity issues during deployments and post-cutover
• Maintain accurate documentation, diagrams, installation records, and test results
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and plant operational requirements in industrial environments
• Act as liaison between Business, OT, and IT teams
• Take on additional responsibilities and tasks as directed by management to support the overall goals and objectives of the organization

What You'll Need

• 3-7+ years of experience in network infrastructure deployment, construction, or field engineering
• Strong understanding of network fundamentals (Layer 1-3)
• Proven experience designing and implementing Layer 1 infrastructure (cabling, fiber, pathways, rack layouts)
• Experience configuring and deploying network equipment across multi-vendor environments (e.g., Meraki, Cisco, and similar platforms)
• Ability to read and interpret network diagrams, construction drawings, and site plans
• Experience managing vendors, contractors, and project timelines
• Exposure to industrial/OT environments is highly preferred
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently in the field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence and professionalism to interact effectively with business personnel and leaders at multiple levels of the organization
• Up to 35% travel to CMC locations for site assessments, deployments, and project support
• Ability to lift and carry networking equipment (up to ~50 lbs)
• Ability to run/terminate cabling, rack equipment, and work in industrial environments
• Comfortable working at heights (ladders/lifts) and in active plant environments

Your Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

We are CMC, a Fortune 500 company at the leading edge of our industry. Our construction reinforcement and steel products have supported construction projects and structures around the world. The secret to our success? We've built our legacy by assembling a team of innovators and doers to tackle some of the most challenging construction reinforcement problems facing our world for more than 100 years - and we're just getting started.

CMC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, or other status protected by federal, state or local law.