Systems Engineer 2 or 3

Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities

Saint Paul (MN)

On-site

USD 85,987 - 139,526

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A regional planning agency in Saint Paul is looking for a Systems Engineer 2 or 3 to provide advanced support for its network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience in wireless and VPN technologies, with responsibilities including troubleshooting and project participation. Roles require a relevant degree and several years of related experience. Competitive salaries offered based on experience.

Qualifications

4+ years of experience for Systems Engineer 2.
5+ years of experience for Systems Engineer 3.
Experience in supporting enterprise network infrastructure including VPN.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced support for the Council's network infrastructure.
Perform installations and respond to escalated network issues.
Lead in diagnosing, resolving, and preventing network issues.

Skills

Network infrastructure support

Wireless technology

VPN environments

Systems integration

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Associate degree

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Join to apply for the Systems Engineer 2 or 3 role at Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11/5/2025 11:59 PM Central

The Metropolitan Council is the regional planning agency for the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area providing essential services to our region: transportation, wastewater treatment, growth and development of local communities, affordable housing programs, and regional park systems.

Our Information Services (IS) department of 140 members provides IT support to all Council divisions.

We are seeking to fill this position as a Systems Engineer 2 or Systems Engineer 3 (DOQ).

The Systems Engineer 2 (Network Engineer) serves as a mid-level contributor that provides advanced support and maintenance for the Council enterprise network infrastructure with a specialization in wireless, connectivity, and VPN environments. Performs installations, responds to escalated issues, and participates in cross‑functional infrastructure projects.

The Systems Engineer 3 (Senior Network Engineer) serves as a senior‑level technical resource responsible for advanced network systems engineering across multiple platforms and departments. Provides expert support and leadership in diagnosing, resolving, and preventing network issues that impact service delivery.

Any of the following combinations in completed education (degree with major coursework in computer science, network technology, network engineering, systems administration, systems engineering and design, systems security or a related technical field) and experience (with supporting a focused enterprise network infrastructure such as wireless or VPN environments, SCADA, systems integration/troubleshooting, enterprise networking, IT systems support, or related vital safety sensitive systems such as rail signal, aircraft, nuclear energy or petrochemical maintenance).

Systems Engineer 2: Bachelor's degree with four years of experience; Associate degree and six years of experience; or High school diploma/GED with seven years of experience.

Salary Range: $85,987 - $139,526 annually

Systems Engineer 3: Bachelor's degree with five years of experience; Associate degree and seven years of experience; or High school diploma/GED with nine years of experience.

Salary Range: $93,018 - $150,862 annually

Complete job posting and apply:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/metrocouncil

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