Network Solutions Engineer- Manufacturing

Compensation: $70k-$80k dependent upon experience. 

Location: Hybrid schedule with in-office requirement of 2 days a week in one of the following locations: Racine, WI, Melbourne, FL, or Austin, TX.

Job Type: Full-time W-2 position with benefits. Not looking to offer C2C or contract positions.

TriCore's Great Benefit Offerings Include:

• Stable and growing team
• Unlimited PTO
• Pet Insurance
• Health Insurance (plans with employer contributions)
• Dental Insurance (plans with employer contributions)
• Vision Insurance (plans with employer contributions)
• 401(k) with a generous employer match
• Paid Holidays
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Options
• Fringe Benefits
• Lifestyle Benefits
• Employee Referral Program
• Professional Development Opportunities, and more!

Network Solutions Engineer Job Summary:

This position provides a wide range of network engineering services including: design and specifications; installation supervision; validation and certification; performance troubleshooting, configuration and maintenance of network systems. Network systems include but are not limited to business, manufacturing factory floor, PLC networks and HMI networks. May direct and lead the work of others.

Network Solutions Engineer Responsibilities:

• Provide quality, timely network engineering consultation and design services to clients
• Design, install, configure, optimize and support client manufacturing networks – Ethernet I/P, PLC, HMI
• Respond, isolate, diagnose and resolve client network problems.
• Perform network certification of client networks – TCP/IP, Ethernet I/P, PLC, HMI
• Work with sales team on clients presentations, project planning, implementation, training, and on-going support
• Keep up-to-date with new technologies and methodologies related to network engineering

Network Solutions Engineer Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience  
• B.S. in Computer Science, Information Technology or similar preferred Certifications: MCSE, CCNA, CCNP
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• In-depth experience with TCP/IP both from an administrative level as well as at an API level
• Proficient in analysis of network traffic using tools such as tcpdump and Wireshark
• Proficient in firewall concepts and configuration
• Systems: Windows, Cisco Systems, UNIX, Linux
• Networking: Switches, Routers, Hubs, Servers, Cables, Racks, Firewalls, LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, UDP, Latency, VoIP, QoS
• Solid knowledge of AutoCAD and/or VISIO drawing programs
• Knowledge of PLC, DCS and SCADA systems preferred
• Knowledge of IP data technologies, including but not limited to routing protocols, IGMP, and VLAN manipulation
• Knowledge of various wireless technologies, including but not limited to GSM, UMTS, CDMA, Wi-Fi and standards
• Knowledge of Serial based protocols
• Travel for this position is up to 20%

Who We Are:

TriCore is a U.S.-based company established in 1991, serving the food, beverage, and life science industries with custom automation machinery manufacturing solutions and services. While process automation is at the core of our company, we offer clients a full spectrum of services, including network and electrical engineering, visualization software development, business intelligence solutions, process startup and commissioning, calibration services, and our TriCore 24/7 support team.

At TriCore, our slogan "Programmed to Please" is not just a phrase; it's an experience our customers enjoy daily through our dedicated team. With under 100 employees, you'll have the opportunity to accelerate your career by gaining exposure to various aspects of the business under world-class leadership. If you're looking for a company where you can impact customer outcomes and shape your career path while collaborating with talented colleagues, TriCore may be the place for you!

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.