Network Engineer - Automation

Dematic has an immediate need for a Network Engineer in our Global Project Engineering standards group. Preferred candidates will have a minimum of 5 years of experience with designing networks. They will have experience working in the material handling industry and with industrial automation to assist in the development and maintenance of network standards and to provide technical assistance and direction to project teams in their design of large data communications networks. This individual will also be responsible for the configuration and installation requirements of LANs/WANs using switching, routing, and monitoring technologies. We offer: Career Development Competitive Compensation and Benefits Pay Transparency Global Opportunities Learn More Here: Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $90,750 - $133,100 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills. Tasks and Qualifications: Network Engineer - Network Engineering Standards The Network Engineer is a recognized leader in the field of OT Network systems for material handling. This role is responsible for developing and implementing innovative solutions, setting/standardizing technical direction for the company, and providing thought leadership and network design education both internally and externally. Primary responsibilities: Maintain North American Networking Standard Work. Maintain Ethernet training program, including Hirschmann CT1, CT2, CP1, and CP2 classes. Develop and maintain OT and fieldbus networking standards. Lead cross-functional OT networking team to align Dematic groups. Facilitate network technical reviews. Provide network design assistance to project teams. Provide network design reviews and validation. Provide network troubleshooting assistance to project teams. Conduit to Global Networking Architecture Cyber Security responsibility. Team Responsibilities: • Provide a high level of expertise to projects – Technical support, problem resolution, leadership, and technical integration • Technical training to team members within the project engineering teams • Provide expertise on system level drawings to ensure the engineering team is fulfilling all technical, Standard and regulatory requirements • Work cross-functionally across disciplines and functions/departments • Promote a culture of safety and compliance through open communication and empowerment • Identify opportunities and ideas to improve cost and efficiency. • Assess appropriate disciplines and skillsets of resources to successfully deliver engineering content and documentation • Travel up to 25% to project sites, customer meetings, support pre-sales activities, suppliers. What We are Looking for: Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills. Strong leadership with ability to delegate tasks Strong problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively in a team-based organization and with employees of all levels and backgrounds across all functions Proficient customer-facing skills. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Network Engineering preferred) 5+ years of successful experience as a Network Engineer or related field and successful demonstration of Key Responsibilities and Knowledge as presented above. Advanced degree MAY be substituted for experience, where applicable. Experience with various industrial protocols including EIP, Modbus, CIP Safety, SafeLink, PROFINET, and PROFIsafe. Experience designing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining Industrial and OT networks. Proficient in advanced network design, including NAT, VLANs, Firewalls, subnetting, and routing. Hirschmann Industrial System Network Engineer Certification or equivalent credentials. TÜV Rhineland Functional Safety of Machinery Engineer Certification or equivalent credentials. Experience with both Allen-Bradley PLCs; Siemens TIA Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). Experience in Material Handling/automation industry is an asset Experience in a Engineering position that is project-based is an asset Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa now or in the future. #LI-RW1 KION brands keep the world moving – globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally – we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions. Join our team – Push it forward.