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Lead IT Network Engineer
- Solstice Advanced Materials (Geismar, LA)
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As a **Lead IT Network Engineer** here at Solstice Advanced Materials, you will be responsible for project and operational support of network infrastructure for Solstice Advanced Materials ISC Plant Control Networks. You will be supporting all networks globally and will need to maintain safety protocols for all plants in the business as you will be travelling between them for project related work. You will report directly to the Director IT, Site IT & OT leader who is also responsible for site IT leaders, OT support and project management.
RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Configure and manage switches, routers, firewalls, and other network devices to ensure reliable and secure connectivity between machines and control systems
+ Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with other teams to optimize the manufacturing process
+ Support implementation of new technology stacks and migration of workloads from old hardware to new
+ Participate in calls with other members to address and troubleshoot infrastructure related issues
+ Be available at off hours to assist in critical support calls to prevent or restore network connectivity for manufacturing plants globally
+ Travel up to 30% of your time to our manufacturing sites to perform support or project related work on equipment in a manufacturing environment
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
+ Lead and manage a team of application developers to deliver highquality software solutions
+ Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define project scope
+ Develop and implement software development strategies and best practices
+ Ensure timely delivery of projects within budget and scope
+ Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members
Qualifications
YOU MUST HAVE
+ Minimum of 5 years of experience as a network engineer with Cisco switchgear and Checkpoint firewalls (or equivalent)
+ Minimum of 5 years of experience of demonstrated network troubleshooting
+ Minimum of 2 years of experience with Visio or similar for creating networking diagrams
+ Minimum of 2 years of experience with dashboarding or analytics experience with network KPIs and logs
+ Ability to work within an Export Controlled environment with sensitive Intellectual Property and Process knowledge
+ Demonstrated experience in network architecture, deployment and support of site wide networks
+ Demonstrated knowledge of all different fiber and copper types and their appropriate uses
WE VALUE
+ Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology
+ Experience with support of IT/OT systems, including network implementation & segmentation, PLC’s and field devices, and IT systems (i.e. Experion)
+ Experience with support of high virtualized compute infrastructure such as Dell VXRail, vSAN or similar
+ Strong interpersonal skills: excellent oral, written and collaborative communication skills and teaming
+ Skilled in partnering with internal customers at all levels to define problems, identify solutions, and facilitate change
+ Ability to partner effectively across IT teams, suppliers and business customers on cross-functional projects and process improvements
+ Self-motivated with a demonstrated bias for action
+ VMWare and Basic Windows troubleshooting experience
US PERSON REQUIREMENT
Due to compliance with US export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a us person, which is defined as, a US citizen, a US permanent resident, or have protected status in the US under asylum or refugee status.
COMPENSATION
Solstice considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
This position is incentive eligible.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR SOLSTICE ADVANCED MATERIALS
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting updated 11/26/2025.
_Solstice Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status._
About Us
About Solstice Advanced Materials
Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials (https://advancedmaterials.honeywell.com/us/en) .
**Job Identification** 105999
**Job Category** Information Technology
**Job Schedule** Full time
**Locations** 5525 Hwy 3115, Geismar, LA, 70734, US
1334 Brittmoore Rd Ste 240, Houston, TX, 77043, US
**Hire Eligibility** Internal and External
**Relocation Package** None
**US Person** Due to U.S. export control laws, candidates must be U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status under asylum or refugee.
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