KION Group

Network Engineer

KION Group  •  $64k - $116k/yr  •  Grand Rapids, MI (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Dematic Corp. has an immediate opening for a Network Engineer within our Lifecycle Services and Solutions – Modernizations & Upgrades organization. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of five years of experience in network design, along with domain expertise in material handling and industrial automation environments.

The Network Engineer is responsible for supporting the development, standardization, and continuous improvement of network architectures across Dematic’s projects. This role provides technical leadership and guidance to project teams in the design and implementation of large-scale data communication networks.

Key responsibilities include defining configuration and installation standards for LAN and WAN environments, leveraging switching, routing, and network monitoring technologies. This individual plays a critical role in ensuring consistency, scalability, and reliability across deployed solutions.

What We Offer

Career Development

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $64,000 - $116,400 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

We offer:

Tasks and Qualifications:

This Is What You Will Do in This Role:

· Design, specify, and configure networks supporting SCADA, PLC, and industrial automation systems.

o Define and document network segmentation strategies.

o Contribute to cybersecurity design requirements and best practices.

o Review and validate network design drawings for accuracy and compliance.

· Provide technical oversight for Operational Technology (OT) network design and support cross-functional project teams.

· Coordinate network equipment configuration, including defining physical interfaces, communication protocols, IP addressing schemes, VLAN structures, and firewall rules.

· Support the design and implementation of OT network architectures to ensure reliable and secure system performance.

· Troubleshoot and resolve issues across network devices and infrastructure in both development and operational environments.

· Assist in developing network solutions for new projects by analyzing system designs and RFQ specifications.

· Maintain current knowledge of industry technologies, standards, and best practices through ongoing training, certifications, and professional development.

Tasks and Qualifications:

What We Are Looking For:

Qualifications & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

· Strong understanding of industrial plant-floor network infrastructure, including clear differentiation between IT and OT environments.

· Solid background in industrial automation systems and architectures.

· Advanced knowledge of networking fundamentals, including routers, switches, and VLAN design.

· Strong expertise in firewalls and industrial cybersecurity principles.

· Experience designing and supporting Industrial DMZ architectures.

· Hands-on experience with IoT-connected devices in industrial environments.

· Familiarity with industrial communication protocols and architectures, such as OPC.

· Relevant certifications (e.g., Belden/Hirschmann, Cisco, or equivalent industrial networking credentials) preferred.

Core Competencies

· Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues in dynamic environments.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

· Ability to conduct network audits and provide recommendations on architecture, equipment layout, cabling, and infrastructure design.

· Collaborative team player who provides technical guidance and supports cross-functional initiatives.

· Experience presenting and communicating network standards and best practices to internal teams and stakeholders.

Additional Requirements

· Willingness to travel up to 40% and work additional hours as needed to support project and business demands.

KION Group

About KION Group

Are looking to make your move? Then you’ve come to the right place! We are the KION Group, and the world of supply chain solutions is our home. KION is shaping world trade – globally, regionally, locally. We ensure that supply chains reach their full potential: fast, efficient, smart, sustainable and reliable.

Our 42,000 employees make a real difference, helping us to become who we are today: The Supply Chain Solutions Company. Our people’s passion is innovating, automating, and orchestrating solutions for our customers’ supply chains.

Would you like to be part of our international team? We can offer you interesting jobs and exciting career opportunities in an innovative, rapidly-growing, and forward-looking industry.

With us, you benefit from numerous development opportunities in a global group, including the possibility of working at one of our locations abroad on a temporary basis. Regardless of which of our sites you work at, the KION values—integrity, collaboration, courage, and excellence—shape how we act and how we work with colleagues, managers, customers, suppliers, and applicants both at home and abroad.

KION is the architect of global, regional and local supply chains. Our brands are well established:

Dematic is the global leader in intelligent supply chain and automation solutions. The Linde Material Handling and STILL brands serve the premium and higher value segments of the industrial truck market. Baoli focuses on industrial trucks in the lower value and economy segments.

As a provider of comprehensive supply chain solutions with a worldwide service network, KION has a global presence and a regional focus on the needs of its customers. KION brands keep the world moving.

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Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Frankfurt/Main, DE
Year Founded
2006
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