Divisional Network Engineer

Illinois Tool Works

  • Hatfield, PA
  • $90,000-120,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
Job Description:ITW Description:Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified, Fortune 200 manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking, and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in various industries. Ranked among Fortune Magazine’s most admired companies, it focuses on solid growth, improving profitability, and strong returns across its worldwide platforms and divisions. These divisions serve customers and global markets, with a significant presence in developed and emerging markets. ITW’s revenues totaled $16.1 billion in 2023.Division DescriptionITW Electrostatics, a division of Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW), part of the Test, Measurement, and Electronics segment, is an industry-leading manufacturer and designer of static control devices for equipment makers and end users. Electrostatics division revenues are ~$250MM annually, headquartered in Hatfield, PA, USA. The division operates in the USA, Europe, China, and Asia, including nine manufacturing plants and 500+ employees. Electrostatics division brands include Simco-ION, Eltex, Pillar Technologies, Teknek, Opto Diode, Vortec, Paxton, and AEGIS.Position Summary:We seek a highly skilled and motivated Divisional Network Engineer to oversee and optimize network infrastructure and cybersecurity within our division. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless connectivity, robust network security, and efficient data flow across all divisional operations. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical expertise, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.As the Divisional Network Engineer, you will work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, leveraging your technical expertise, problem-solving skills, cyber security skills, adaptability, and passion for business partnerships to create excellent IT outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to positively impact the user experience while working with a high degree of autonomy.Key Responsibilities:Network Design and Implementation:
  • Working with local IT or MSPs to design, configure, and deploy LAN, WAN, and wireless networks to meet divisional requirements.
  • Implement scalable and high-performance network solutions aligned with organizational goals.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting:
  • Monitor network performance to ensure availability and reliability.
  • Help local IT diagnose and resolve network issues, minimizing downtime and optimizing efficiency.
  • Work with local IT to regularly maintain and update network hardware and software.
Security Management:
  • Manage and control all cyber security functions throughout the division for each network and ensure compliance by each business unit
  • Work with local IT or MSPs to implement and maintain network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and VPNs.
  • Ensure compliance with security protocols and address vulnerabilities proactively.
Documentation and Reporting:
  • Create and maintain detailed network diagrams, configurations, and documentation.
  • Generate performance and incident reports for divisional and corporate review.
Collaboration and Support:
  • Work closely with IT teams, system administrators, and external vendors to integrate and optimize systems.
  • Provide technical support and training to end-users and junior staff as needed.
Continuous Improvement:
  • Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend enhancements to improve network performance and scalability.
  • Participate in each business unit's disaster recovery planning, tabletop exercises, and business continuity planning.
Travel can be up to 40% of the time per month (passport required).Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Certifications will be considered in place of a degree.
  • 5+ years of experience in network engineering or a similar role.
  • Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, etc.), network storage virtualization, VOIP technology, Windows Server OS levels, and backup technologies.
  • Proficiency with various models of network hardware (switches, routers, firewalls), including Cisco, Fortinet, Sonicwall, and Ubiquity.
  • Experience with Cybersecurity tools such as Rapid7.
  • Linux experience a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams.
Physical Requirements & Work EnvironmentThe physical demands and work environment described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a manufacturing environment, including repetitive motion, bending, lifting, twisting, crouching, reaching, pushing, and/or pulling.
  • Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motion-type tasks regularly, such as walking, typing, and using fingers and hands.
  • Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds and rarely to fifty (25) pounds.
  • The ability to wear personal protective gear (safety shoes and glasses)
  • Ability to communicate with others to exchange information.
  • While performing the job functions of this position, the employee will be exposed to an environment near powered motor vehicles, power tools, and automated assembly fixtures.
BenefitsTake this opportunity to join a successful and enthusiastic global team where you can make a significant impact immediately. You will enjoy a competitive salary and a generous benefits package that includes health, dental, life, LTD insurance, 401k (with company match), employee assistance, wellness, and 100% tuition reimbursement programs. ITW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Compensation Information:$90,000 - $120,000.

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