Network Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a creative and highly skilled Network Engineer who is passionate about designing secure, resilient, and scalable network infrastructure that supports mission‑critical operations.

Join our team to help modernize, enhance, and simplify the network platforms and processes that ensure SEL's operations meet the highest standards of reliability and security. You will collaborate with talented, motivated colleagues in a hands‑on environment. We're seeking an engineer who thrives in a Cisco‑centric ecosystem, learns new technologies quickly, and is eager to contribute to a fast‑evolving infrastructure landscape.

As a Network Engineer, a typical day might include the following:

• Design, implement, research, secure and support networking systems.
• Identify and mitigate risks inherent in IT systems.
• Monitor, improve, troubleshoot and perform capacity planning for systems.
• Support and troubleshoot complex user requests.
• Plan and manage projects. Create and maintain concise and thorough IT documentation.

This job might be for you if:

• You have a bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent work experience in an IT environment
• You have 2+ years of related experience in a technical environment
• You have knowledge of IT methods, practices, procedures, and policies
• You have a desire for life-long learning to maintain a comprehensive understanding of evolving technologies
• You have experience teaching and mentoring IT interns and associates
• You embrace dynamic, fast-paced environments, and adapt well to rapid change
• You can participate in after hours on call rotation
• You practice absolute confidentiality and unquestionable ethics
• You have excellent customer service commitment

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical background and knowledge of manufacturing and/or engineering processes
• Ability to meet Motor Vehicle Report Qualification Standards of SEL
• Experience using programming languages and script writing

Physical Requirements

• Ability to use a ladder and/or scissor lift
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs

Location

Pullman, WA - This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.

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Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data

Network Engineer, $81,300 - $122,000. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Our ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.