Network Engineer

Network Engineer – Portland, OR

Professional | Full-Time | Information Technology

• Use computer-aided design (CAD) software packages to optimize computer network designs.
• Perform Wind Power Plant Network Design and buildout to meet the specifications of proprietary Vestas SCADA systems and turbines.
• Participate in network technology upgrade and expansion projects, including installation of hardware, software, and integration testing.
• Provide network expertise to migrate and update network infrastructures, including routers, servers, and switches.
• Configure routing protocols, switching protocols, policy maps, class maps, zone pair, and access control lists.
• Develop and recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.
• Maintain networks by performing activities such as file addition, deletion, and backup.
• Troubleshoot all aspects of Vestas’ SCADA Network in support of new and existing contracts and customers.
• Communicate local network requirements to Vestas’ developers.
• Support and mentor Network Administrators within Vestas.
• Communicate with system users to ensure accounts are set up properly or to diagnose and solve operational problems.
• Evaluate network designs to determine whether customer requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
• Research and test new or modified hardware and software products to determine performance and interoperability.
• Visit vendors, attend conferences and training sessions, and study technical journals to keep up with changes in technology.

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field, and 5 years of post‑bachelor's progressive related work experience; OR a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in the same fields and 3 years of related work experience.
• Must have 3 years of experience with the following:
  • Cisco network hardware devices, including firewalls, routers, switches, and load balancers.
  • Configuring routing protocols, including OSPF and BGP.
  • Configuring switching protocols, including VLANs, STP, RSTP, and MST.
  • Implementing and troubleshooting LAN, WAN, and spanning technologies for redundant communication loops.
  • Upgrading Cisco IOS firmware and software.
• Must have obtained Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching certification.
• Telecommuting from anywhere in the US may be permitted up to 100% of the time, depending on business need.
• Travel to various locations throughout the US required up to 10%.

Salary: $128,840 – $149,247 per year, based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

Work schedule:

40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Bonus:
Individuals in this position may receive a discretionary bonus.

Benefits:
Dental insurance; 401(k) matching;
Educational Reimbursement;
Health insurance;
Vision insurance;
Life insurance;
Paid time off;
Paid holidays;
Professional development and training.

Final date to receive applications:
November 29th, 2025.

Interested applicants should email their resume to [email protected] and specify the job title “Network Engineer” in the subject line.

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