Network Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Build the Network Behind America's Steel Industry – Join Us as a Network Engineer!

Location: Ghent, KY | Schedule: 1st shift; 8am to 5pm | Payrate: $40 - $50/hour

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Are you passionate about designing, securing, and optimizing enterprise networks? PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the steel manufacturing industry to find a talented Network Engineer who is ready to make a lasting impact. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, collaborating across teams, and building resilient network infrastructure that powers critical operations, this is your opportunity to grow your career with an industry innovator.

Please Note: This is a full-time, permanent position requiring relocation to Ghent, Kentucky .

As a Network Engineer , you'll be a key member of the Network Business Technology Team responsible for designing, configuring, maintaining, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure across multiple locations. Your expertise will help maximize network performance, strengthen security, and ensure the reliable connectivity that keeps manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently.

Above all, you'll contribute to a culture where safety is the highest priority , supporting technology solutions that help drive operational excellence.

As a Network Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Configure, maintain, and support enterprise network infrastructure across manufacturing operations.

• Collaborate with local and enterprise technology teams to design scalable and secure network architectures.

• Lead the installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of networking equipment.

• Drive consistency by implementing current and emerging enterprise networking standards.

• Provide technical support for infrastructure projects and internal customer requests.

• Identify opportunities to improve network standards, policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Troubleshoot network issues and implement effective, long-term solutions.

• Participate in an on-call rotation and travel as needed to support business operations.

• Promote and uphold safety policies, procedures, and housekeeping standards in every aspect of your work.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience configuring and managing enterprise network infrastructure.

• Strong working knowledge of:

  • TCP/IP networking

  • VLANs

  • DHCP and DNS

  • LAN design, installation, configuration, cabling, and network management

• Ability to analyze technical issues and implement effective solutions.

• Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Customer-focused approach with a commitment to delivering exceptional internal support.

• Willingness to travel and participate in an on-call support rotation.

• Industry certifications such as Network+, CCENT, CCNA, CCNP , or equivalent.

• Experience with Cisco Catalyst 9000 switching and wireless technologies.

• Knowledge of single-mode and multi-mode fiber installation.

• Experience configuring and administering Spanning Tree Protocol.

• Experience with IP routing and multiple routing protocols.

• Familiarity with network monitoring platforms and configuration backup solutions.

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect exceptional talent with outstanding career opportunities at industry-leading organizations. When you join us, you'll enjoy:

• A permanent opportunity with one of the nation's leading steel manufacturers.

• The chance to work on enterprise-scale network infrastructure supporting critical manufacturing operations.

• A collaborative technology team that values innovation, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing.

• Opportunities to expand your technical expertise while working with modern networking technologies.

• A strong culture built on teamwork, accountability, operational excellence, and safety.

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees.

• Dedicated recruiting support committed to helping you succeed throughout your career.

If you're ready to take ownership of enterprise network infrastructure, solve complex technical challenges, and help power one of America's leading steel manufacturers, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your networking career with PDS Tech Commercial—where your expertise helps build stronger connections and stronger industries.

Pay Details: $40.00 to $50.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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