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We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior Director of Network Engineering to lead the design, deployment, and operational excellence of our enterprise network across global automotive manufacturing facilities. This role will manage a global team of six Directors of Platform Engineers (Direct reports) and an organization of 300+ people, focusing on modernization and platform-based network strategies to ensure robust, secure, and scalable LAN, WAN, wireless, and 5G networks that support mission-critical manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with leadership experience in complex, industrial, and operational technology environments.

+ Lead the **network engineering organization** responsible for LAN, WAN, wireless, and **5G-enabled networks** across automotive manufacturing facilities globally.

+ Define and execute a **strategic network platform roadmap** aligned with manufacturing digitalization, Industry 4.0, IIoT, and edge computing initiatives.

+ Ensure **network reliability, resiliency, and performance** to support manufacturing operations, including OT/IT convergence.

+ Oversee **network security and compliance** across all sites in partnership with cybersecurity teams.

+ Implement **network automation, monitoring, and observability frameworks** to reduce operational toil and improve service quality.

+ Collaborate with **manufacturing, IT, and supply chain leaders** to translate business needs into network requirements.

+ Drive **vendor and partner management** , including evaluation, selection, and performance oversight of network service providers and technology vendors.

+ Mentor, grow, and lead a **high-performing network engineering team** , fostering innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in **Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field** .

+ **15+ years** of network engineering experience, with at least **5 years in a leadership role** managing large, global networks.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience in **automotive manufacturing or other industrial sectors** with complex, multi-site networks.

+ Knowledge of **Industry 4.0, IIoT, edge computing, and 5G-enabled manufacturing** .

+ Experience implementing **network as code frameworks or automation platforms** in large-scale environments

+ Proven experience in **network modernization and platform-based approaches** in manufacturing or industrial environments.

+ Strong expertise across **LAN, WAN, wireless (Wi-Fi 6/6E), SD-WAN, 5G, and network security** .

+ Familiarity with **industrial networking protocols** (Ethernet/IP, etc.) and OT/IT convergence.

+ Experience with **network automation and observability tools** (Ansible, Terraform, NetOps frameworks, monitoring platforms).

+ Strong vendor management experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, or equivalent enterprise networking technologies.

+ Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

+ Strong communication skills, capable of influencing both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

**Requisition ID** : 54040