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Senior Network Engineer
- PDS Tech Commercial, Inc. (Richardson, TX)
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Engineer the Backbone of Smart Manufacturing as a Senior Network Engineer!
Are you ready to design and support the network infrastructure behind one of Texas’s most advanced semiconductor manufacturing sites? At **PDS Tech Commercial** , we’re seeking a **Senior Network Engineer** to lead the deployment of secure, high-performance networks that power cutting-edge automation and AI-driven operations.
Your Impact
As a **Senior Network Engineer** , you’ll architect and maintain mission-critical IT and OT networks, enabling seamless communication from enterprise systems down to sensor-level equipment. You’ll play a key role in transitioning the site to a domain controller authentication model and deploying Special Use Networks (SUN) to safeguard manufacturing operations.
What You’ll Do
+ Support on-premises network infrastructure from SD-WAN to sensor-level communications
+ Collaborate with engineering teams to enable equipment integration and automation
+ Design and deploy Special Use Networks to isolate critical manufacturing systems
+ Troubleshoot network performance across IT/OT layers
+ Implement new network technologies including switches, firewalls, and wireless systems
+ Participate in cross-functional meetings to resolve infrastructure issues
+ Attend daily tier meetings to provide network updates and support
+ Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards
+ Maintain detailed network documentation and change logs
+ Monitor network health, performance, and capacity using appropriate tools
What You Bring
Required Qualifications:
+ Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field
+ 5+ years supporting enterprise and industrial network infrastructure
+ Hands-on experience with Cisco network and routing equipment
+ Strong background in factory floor networking and IT/OT collaboration
+ Proficient in network fundamentals: firewall configuration, VPN, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, NAT, routing, switching
+ Experience with QoS, redundancy, and disaster recovery strategies
+ Familiarity with DevOps network operations (CI/CD, IaC, monitoring pipelines)
+ 2+ years of PowerShell scripting
+ 1+ years with Service Management platforms (e.g., ServiceNow)
+ Strong documentation skills for network architecture and automation
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Advanced Degree in IT, Computer Science, or Engineering
+ Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or equivalent
+ Experience with multi-vendor equipment (Cisco, Arista, Dell, Palo Alto)
+ Familiarity with network patching tools and security hardening
+ Experience with modern data recovery platforms (Rubrik, Veeam, Commvault, Zerto)
+ Understanding of IT/OT convergence and industrial protocols
+ Knowledge of industrial network architectures (DMZs, secure remote access, redundancy)
+ Proven ability to drive change and collaborate cross-functionally
+ Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
+ Highly self-motivated and capable of working independently
Why Join Us
At **PDS Tech Commercial** , you’ll be part of a team that’s transforming semiconductor manufacturing through innovation and resilience. We offer:
+ **Pay Rate:** $72/hour
+ **Schedule:** 1 st shift
Take the Next Step
If you're a network engineer ready to lead in a high-tech, high-impact environment, we want to hear from you. **Apply now to join PDS Tech Commercial** and help shape the future of smart manufacturing **.**
**Pay Details:** $72.00 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
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy
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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