Engineer, Network

Company DetailsDarling Ingredients repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries - transforming them into essential ingredients that do everything from feeding animals to fertilizing crops to fueling planes and nourishing people. We're the number one publicly traded company of our kind, operating a global family of brands and businesses that span more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries. Our unique scale allows us to make entire industries less wasteful and more sustainable, helping move the world toward a more circular economy.Darling Ingredients offers full time employees a full suite of benefits including but not limited to the following: 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, and Paid Time Off.Position SummaryThe Network Engineer is responsible in providing expert level network troubleshooting and for creating network standards, documenting network environments, and converting business requirements to technical specifications/designs. This position will validate new network solutions through proof of concepts and pilots.Essential Duties/Responsibilities:Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Researches new technology advancements and conduct evaluations focused on optimizing and improving network configuration, performance, capacity, availability, and operational reliabilityPlans, designs, implements and documents all network related projectsDefines and maintains technology standardsEstablishes and maintains backup and version-control of network configurationsTroubleshoots network designs and make recommendations for system fixes and enhancementsMakes recommendations for leveraging network installations and reducing operational costs Partners with cross-functional peers from both infrastructure and application teamsManages hardware/software vendors, service providers and 3rd party partnersLead network related work for Mergers and AcquisitionsProvides final tier of support for all networking issues including routing, switching, WIFI, and firewall.Other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or related discipline or equivalent experience.5+ years of experience in a Network Engineering role in enterprise environment with geographically dispersed locations.8+ years of specific experience with Cisco Meraki switch/WIFI, Palo Alto NGFW, Infoblox DDI, Cisco ASA, ISR, ASR, Catalyst/Nexus switches, SDWAN and SASEMature understanding of EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPN, Ethernet, DSL, DMVPN, QoS, COS, SNMP, VoIP, VLANS, Subnetting, Supernetting, Trunking, Virtual Networking, IPS, WLAN, WAN acceleration, URL filtering, NetFlow, network monitoring systems, cloud service providers such as MS Azure and OCI.Extensive experience with supporting and troubleshooting global networks which includes multi-site, high-availability, load-balanced infrastructure solutions (active/active). Cisco CCNP or related industry certification required Preferred Qualifications: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organization and planning skills.Strong interpersonal / relationship management skills.Work well with others in a team environment.Self-motivated; self-starter.Working Conditions and Physical DemandsN/A | Occasionally = up to 20% | Frequently = 21% to 50% | Constantly = at least 51%Working EnvironmentNone - Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold None - Exposed to bio hazardous conditions None - Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerationsOccasionally - Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shockNone - Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipmentOccasionally - Travels to offsite locationsPhysical Demands Constantly- Must be able to remain in a stationary position (Sit)Constantly- Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location (Walk)Constantly - Operates a computer and other office machinery (Use hands to finger, handle or feel)Occasionally - Must be able to position one's self to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet (Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl)None - Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder (Climb or balance)None - Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions (Talk, hear, taste, smell)Weight and Force Demands Occasionally - Up to 10 pounds Occasionally - Up to 25 pounds None - Up to 50 pounds None - Up to 100 pounds None - More than 100 poundsThe information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Darling Ingredients.Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. 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