Network Engineer

Network Engineer Location: Clayton, NC (On-Site - 5 Days/Week) Employment Type: Long-Term Contract Compensation: $55-70/hour (based on experience) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support and maintain critical network infrastructure in a manufacturing environment . This role is ideal for someone who thrives in hands-on, on-site settings and has a strong background in Cisco networking and industrial/automation environments. You will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of network systems supporting manufacturing operations. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure in a manufacturing setting Support and troubleshoot automation and infrastructure systems Configure, monitor, and optimize Cisco networking equipment Diagnose and resolve network performance issues and outages Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to support production systems Ensure network security, uptime, and compliance with best practices Participate in upgrades, migrations, and continuous improvement initiatives Required Qualifications 5+ years of professional experience in network engineering Strong hands-on experience with Cisco networking equipment CCNA certification (required) Proven experience supporting manufacturing or industrial environments Experience with automation infrastructure troubleshooting Strong understanding of network protocols, routing, and switching Ability to work on-site full-time (5 days/week) Preferred Qualifications Experience with network monitoring and performance tools Familiarity with industrial networking (OT/IT environments) Knowledge of network security best practices Benefits 15 days PTO 11 paid federal holidays Comprehensive Cigna healthcare coverage Piper Companies