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Network Engineer

Dematic

Grand Rapids, MI · HybridFull-time$73–107K/yrPosted 2w agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$73–107K/yr
Location
Grand Rapids, MIHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Dematic is hiring a Network Engineer in its Lifecycle Services and Solutions – Modernizations & Upgrades organization. The role supports the development and improvement of network architectures across projects, providing technical guidance to project teams designing and implementing large-scale data communication networks. The candidate will support industrial automation and OT network design, equipment configuration, implementation, and troubleshooting. The posting seeks at least two years of network design experience and domain expertise in material handling and industrial automation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Network Design, requiredMaterial Handling, requiredIndustrial Automation, requiredIndustrial Network Infrastructure, nice to haveIT and OT Environments, nice to haveIndustrial Automation Systems, nice to haveNetworking Fundamentals, nice to haveFirewalls, nice to haveCybersecurity Principles, nice to haveIndustrial DMZ, nice to haveIoT-Connected Devices, nice to haveIndustrial Communication Protocols, nice to haveOPC, nice to haveCisco CCNA, nice to haveProblem-Solving, nice to haveTroubleshooting, nice to haveWritten Communication, nice to haveVerbal Communication, nice to haveNetwork Audits, nice to havePresenting Technical Concepts, nice to have

Qualifications

2+ Years Network Design Experience, requiredBachelor's in IT, Network Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Related, nice to haveEquivalent Practical Experience, nice to have

Full 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 two 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.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $72,750 - $106,700 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:

  • Support the design, specification, and configuration of networks for SCADA, PLC, and industrial automation systems. o Assist in documenting network segmentation strategies. o Contribute to cybersecurity design efforts by following established standards and best practices. o Review network design drawings and support validation for accuracy and compliance.

  • Collaborate with senior engineers to support Operational Technology (OT) network design activities and project teams.

  • Assist with network equipment configuration, including physical interfaces, communication protocols, IP addressing, VLAN setup, and firewall rule documentation.

  • Support the implementation of OT network architectures to help ensure reliable and secure system performance.

  • Troubleshoot network devices and infrastructure issues with guidance from more experienced team members.

  • Contribute to the development of network solutions for new projects by reviewing system designs and RFQ requirements.

  • Maintain and grow technical knowledge of industry technologies, standards, and best practices through training, certifications, and hands-on experience.

Tasks and Qualifications: What We Are Looking For: Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

  • Foundational understanding of industrial plant-floor network infrastructure, with awareness of differences between IT and OT environments.

  • Basic knowledge of industrial automation concepts and systems.

  • Understanding of networking fundamentals, including routers, switches, and VLANs.

  • Familiarity with firewalls and basic cybersecurity principles.

  • Exposure to Industrial DMZ concepts is a plus.

  • Experience or coursework involving IoT-connected devices or industrial systems is preferred.

  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., OPC) is a plus.

  • Entry-level certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA or similar) or progress toward certification is preferred. Core Competencies

  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues with guidance.

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to learn to present technical concepts clearly.

  • Ability to support network audits and contribute to recommendations for system improvements.

  • Collaborative team player who is eager to learn and contribute to team success.

  • Willingness to learn and participate in presentations of network standards and best practices. Additional Requirements

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

How this job compares

Set against the 4,184 open Network Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$73–107K/yr
  • Michigan median$102–187K/yr51 salary ranges
  • US median$113–187K/yr3,274 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $90K, is 36% below the Michigan median midpoint ($139K) — in the lowest quarter of Network Engineer salary ranges in Michigan.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 73 open Network Engineer jobs in Michigan and 4,184 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Michigan
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Network Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 3,614 postings).
Education
1,164 of the 4,184 open Network Engineer jobs (28%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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