Senior Network Engineer (Wireless)

About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
Description
Provides engineering leadership and design guidance in support of the Copeland Enterprise Global network. Candidate will lead the wireless architecture design and operations development workstream for Copelands global wireless solution. Candidate will be the senior technical resource for all things RF and Wi-Fi and will mentor the operations resources in best practices for supporting the Wi-Fi infrastructure. The Senior Network Engineer will have a strong and broad level of knowledge around all things IT Networking to include Routing, Switching, Firewalls, Cisco ISE, Cisco DNAC, Cisco IQ, and Cisco Cloud Center. The Senior Network Engineer / Architect will provide Level IV operational support for the IT Enterprise and provide guidance in the resolution of chronic and complex anomalies specific to the Wi-Fi deployment at Copeland. The Senior Network Engineer / Architect works under the direction of the Senior Manager, Network Engineering of Network Services.
As the Senior Network Engineer, you will:
Plans, designs, and implements network infrastructure technologies with a focus on wireless technologies, also including LAN, SD-WAN, Firewalls, and any other network systems
Supports infrastructure operations as a Level IV technical resource and provides technical leadership and mentoring to the operations group
Researches and evaluates emerging network and communication technology
Provides leadership and technical guidance as an SME for the Enterprise IT communications
Works with Security and Cloud Infrastructure groups as an SME for Enterprise IT Communications
Assists with the evaluation of new and emerging technologies· Support development and maintenance of scripts to facilitate network administrative tasks and automate repetitive processes· Lead the evaluation of new hardware, firmware, and software· Tests and develops procedural documentation and training for others on installation and support
Maintains vendor relationships for support as needed
Identifies training needs, coordinates training, and participates in the development of training materials
Monitors network performance and implements performance tuning
Performs root cause analysis of problems and tracks, documents and reports identified patterns
Provide proactive recognition and correction of network related problems
Provide support to customers and staff during new WAN or datacenter installations
Provide the coordination of repair and restoral efforts of various service providers, including monitoring services, telecommunication providers and ISPs
Work with various customer and Enterprise IT support groups in diagnosing network service-related problems
Required education, experiences & skills:
Fifteen or more years working hands on with routing and switching devices
Minimum of 10 years’ recent experience in the design, implementation, and operation of WAN/LAN and Wireless networks with Cisco hardware utilizing Cisco tools (Catalyst Center, ISE, Prime)
Detailed understanding of the function and configuration of Cisco Wireless networking solutions
Advance experience configuring and troubleshooting of global large Wireless network infrastructure utilizing remote access, SolarWinds, Cisco ISE, Cisco Prime, Cisco Catalyst Center
Operational knowledge of VLANs, spanning tree, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF
Functional understanding of SDWAN and related technologies required
Understands the Digital organization’s objectives, and impact on own projects; contributes to development of new technology integration and enablement plans
Ability to comprehend and create complex network maps and drawings in standard design tools (i.e. Visio)
Functional understanding of DNS, DHCP and related network services
Understanding of IP addressing including subnetting and supernetting
Ability to perform maintenance activities outside of normal business hours
Bachelor’s degree in CS, MIS or related technology/engineering discipline preferred or equivalent experience required
Cisco CCNP Enterprise Professional (CCNP Enterprise) certification
Equivalent 5 years military experience in an IT Network Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) is also acceptable
Preferred education, experiences & skills:
Cisco Certified Internet Expert (CCIE) certification preferred
Why Work in St. Louis, Missouri
Our facility is located in St. Louis, famous for its Gateway Arch standing at 630 feet tall. St. Louis is a family-friendly, historic metropolitan area with a low cost of living and first-class schools. The city offers excellent restaurants, shopping areas, art galleries, and numerous festivals throughout the year, making this an exciting place to live and work.
About Our Location
Our location is the host of Copeland’s corporate headquarters. Our products have become household names that support the comfort and well-being of our customers. The employees at this location provide support to the various businesses within the platform, allowing for many networking opportunities across businesses.
Remote Work Arrangement:
This role is fully remote. As a remote colleague, you may be required to travel to a Copeland site regularly to collaborate with your team or customers as needed. Copeland is committed to fostering a productive and connected culture, so you will have the opportunity to work with your team and leader to understand your team operating principles to collaborate effectively.
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Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a