Senior Network Engineer

SkyWater Search Partners; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyWater Search Partners is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to oversee the performance and evolution of a crucial enterprise network operating continuously. This role is perfect for an engineer who excels in uptime environments and is committed to operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in network engineering, particularly within multi-site or manufacturing environments, and possess expertise in SD-WAN and enterprise security.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Network Engineering, ideally in multi-site or manufacturing environments.
• Expertise in SD-WAN, routing (BGP/OSPF), and enterprise security.
• Experience with SASE platforms such as Palo Alto Prisma.

Responsibilities

• Own network operations across WAN/LAN, wireless, and SD-WAN environments.
• Design and implement scalable, fault-tolerant architecture.
• Lead monitoring, incident response, and root cause resolution.

Skills

Network Engineering

SD-WAN

Routing (BGP/OSPF)

Enterprise Security

Incident Response

Job description

We are partnering with a rapidly expanding, multi-site manufacturing organization to identify a Senior Network Engineer who will own the performance, stability, and evolution of a mission‑critical enterprise network operating in a 24/7 environment.

This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in high‑availability environments and takes pride in driving uptime, resiliency, and operational excellence across complex infrastructure.

What you’ll do:

• Own network operations across WAN/LAN, wireless, and SD‑WAN environments
• Design and implement scalable, fault‑tolerant architecture
• Lead monitoring, incident response, and root cause resolution
• Drive network segmentation, security integration, and zero‑trust principles
• Partner across IT and plant operations to support business‑critical systems

What we’re looking for:

• 8+ years in Network Engineering, ideally in multi‑site or manufacturing environments
• Expertise in SD‑WAN, routing (BGP/OSPF), and enterprise security (firewalls, segmentation)
• Experience with SASE platforms (e.g., Palo Alto Prisma)
• Strong ownership mindset in 24/7 uptime environments

Why this opportunity stands out:

• High visibility role with direct impact on business continuity
• Backed by strong company growth and recent expansion initiatives
• Opportunity to modernize and influence enterprise architecture