Sr. Networking Engineer

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Networking operations specialist
Overview
As a member of the Wabtec Global Infrastructure team, the successful candidate is highly collaborative with broad technical Networking skills and the ability to support the implementation and support of WAN, LAN and WLAN solutions and changes across a large organization.

Essential Responsibilities

• Contributor role working with cross functional teams in design and deployment of Network WLAN, LAN and WAN Standards
• Participate and lead Network projects and initiatives with broad scope and high impact to the business and be a recognized expert in Networking Infrastructure
• Collaborate across multiple internal teams to ensure successful and timely delivery of the scope of work
• Work with partner teams and vendors to manage day-to-day operations and reliability of the regional network
• Contribute in site network design requirements and prepare cost estimates by evaluating business strategies and requirements
• Define and maintain repeatable reference documentation for network architectures, Develop and maintain operational documentation and procedures.
• Troubleshoots user network problems (L3 support) providing regular updates to users
• Monitor network performance and serve as escalation point for incidents impacting Network and Servers operations
• Responsible for voice and internet circuits QOS
• Supports development, testing and integration of new hardware and software platforms into the network
• Document current and future network design
• Remains actively involved in projects beyond the architectural definition, helping during the Engineering and Implementation phases
• Support the development, testing and integration of new hardware and software platforms into the network
• Collaborate with third-party service and support vendors to ensure maximum uptime and prompt problem remediation
• Provide guidance to Service Desk team members on technical problems
• Control the Infrastructure network and server projects for the region, ensure project timeline, schedule and escape accomplishment aligned to the global and local business needs
• Lead to deliver projects that span across one or more business units, including management of issues, risks and project change requests to ensure successful and on-time project delivery
• Report status to internal customers and identify and resolve risks that impact project completion; manage time and budget of the projects; initiate action to identify and resolve problems and ensure goals are met;
• Schedule and facilitate project meetings as required to ensure that all aspects of the project are dealt with professionally and efficiently

Qualifications/Requirements

• Graduation on STEM courses required
• Advanced English required
• Minimum of 3 years of information technology experience w/ focus on Networking technologies configuration: Cisco, Aruba, Nexus, HP, CheckPoint, ASA, Fortinet, SDWAN Principals, QOS Principals
• Experience on WAN/WLAN/LAN designs across an Enterprise Environment
• Experience on design, implementation and support of data center networking technologies is essential, including vendors such as Cisco, HPE Aruba or Arista.
• Experience on TCP/IP Protocols and DNS: BGP, eIGRP, OSPF
• Experience on defining and troubleshooting routing and DNS issues and identifying required steps for remediation
• ITIL V3/V4 knowledge and/or certification is a plus
• Cisco or HP Network certification is a plus
• Past experiences on industrial companies is a plus

Desired Characteristics

• Develop good working relationships with the local site leaders & plant managers
• Capable of establishing relationships and trust with Site Management Teams and Users alike
• Willing to embrace change and manage or influence required activities to reach desired outcomes
• Proven ability to deliver while under tight timelines
• Demonstrated ability to proactively analyze and solve problems
• Excellent communication skills including both verbal and written
• Ability in handle multiple projects and tasks, make decisions and solve problems while under pressure, and prioritize and organize effectively

Flexibility to work on different shifts during project go-lives and outages

Who are we?
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers' potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.