Senior Network Engineer

Ford Motor Company; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Employee resource groups

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Richmond, VA seeks an experienced Network Engineer to design and publish LAN architectures, lead testing and deployment of Cisco switches, and drive SD-Access solutions across campus, engineering, and manufacturing sites.

The role requires 10+ years, CCNP/CCIE preferred, and collaboration with cross-functional teams while travelling to Dearborn for lab work as needed. This is a hybrid position with strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent work experience is required.
• 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Cisco Certifications – CCNP/CCIE Preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco LAN infrastructure including Catalyst 9k switches, Catalyst Center, and ISE.
• In-depth understanding of networking and IP protocols (OSPF, BGP), SDA and Cisco Industrial switches.
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco routing & switching, IOS-XE Software.
• Knowledge and Experience in SRE principles.
• Familiarity with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible).
• In-depth knowledge of Monitoring/Observability technologies (Syslog, SNMP, Telemetry).
• Knowledge of Palo Alto Network products (Firewall, Prisma Access).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Visio, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Strong project management skills, organizational skills, personal discipline, interpersonal relationship skills and communication skills.
• Strong process mindset – ability to create, improve, and follow effective & sustainable processes.
• Some amount of travel to Dearborn is required on need basis for lab testing.

Responsibilities

• Developing/Publishing Network Architecture and Technical Documentation (HLD – High Level Design, LLD- Low Level Design, NRFU – Network Ready For use).
• Participate in Test, Certify and Release of Cisco Switches, software, and firmware for global network deployment.
• Provide Level 3/4 supports/troubleshoots network issues and coordinates new installation of such items as routers and switches.
• Software Defined Networking (SDN) specially Cisco's Software Defined Access (SDA) Solution for Campus/Manufacturing environments.
• Develop the solution to conducts tests of network redundancy, resilience, and failover of network elements to ensure up-time standards are fully achieved.
• Provide technical consultation and knowledge sharing/Training to Network Planning & Network Operations teams.
• Work with other Network Service teams to Develop tools to automate the deployment, administration and monitoring of a network system.
• Works with cross functional teams to enhance and improve system/network operability.

Skills

LAN networking

Cisco switching

SRE principles

Python scripting

Ansible

Monitoring/Observability

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Python

Ansible

Visio

Job description

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Enterprise Technology plays a critical part in shaping the future of mobility. If you’re looking for the chance to leverage advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape, enhance the customer experience and improve people’s lives, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help create vehicles that are as smart as you are.

In this position...

This opportunity is within the Network Services organization - Local Area Network (LAN) Engineering which is responsible for delivering LAN Solution/Architecture for Campus, Engineering, Warehouse and Manufacturing Facilities globally.

What you'll do...

• Developing/Publishing Network Archiecture and Technical Documentation (HLD – High Level Design, LLD- Low Level Design, NRFU – Network Ready For use )
• Participate in Test, Certify and Release of Cisco Switches, software, and firmware for global network deployment.
• Provide Level 3/4 supports/troubleshoots network issues and coordinates new installation of such items as routers and switches.
• Software Defined Networking (SDN) specially Cisco's Software Defined Access (SDA) Solution for Campus/Manufacturing environments.
• Develop the solution to conducts tests of network redundancy, resilience, and failover of network elements to ensure up-time standards are fully achieved.
• Provide technical consultation and knowledge sharing/Training to Network Planning & Network Operations teams.
• Work with other Network Service teams to Develop tools to automate the deployment, administration and monitoring of a network system.
• Works with cross functional teams to enhance and improve system/network operability.

You'll have...

• Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent work experience is required.
• 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Cisco Certifications – CCNP/CCIE Preferred
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco LAN infrastructure and related systems including Catalyst 9k switches, Catalyst Center, and Identity Services Engine (ISE)
• In-depth understanding of networking and IP protocols (OSPF, BGP), Cisco Software Defined Networking (SD-Access) and Cisco Industrial switches
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco routing & switching, IOS-XE Software
• Knowledge and Experience in SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) principles
• Familiarity with network automation and scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible)
• In-depth knowledge of Monitoring/Observability technologies (Syslog, SNMP, Telemetry, etc..)
• Knowledge and understanding of Palo Alto Network products ( Firewall, Prisma Access)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Visio, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams
• Strong project management skills, organizational skills, personal discipline, interpersonal relationship skills and communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong process mindset – ability to create, improve, and follow effective & sustainable processes.
• High standards for Quality, technical & professional Excellence, and driving Efficiency.
• Some amount of travel to Dearborn is required on need basis for lab testing.

We offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a salary grade 7-8 and ranges from $99,600-$192,900.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Remote

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