$125,000–$165,000 Per Year
Automation Systems, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, Documentation, Drug Manufacturing, Firewalls, Identify Issues, Manufacturing, Microsoft Visio, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Routers, Network Support, Network Switching, Network Systems, Operational Support, Production Support, Startup
Piper Companies is seeking a Network Engineer (IT Automation) to support a pharmaceutical manufacturing site expansion in Clayton, NC. The Network Engineer (IT Automation) role is ideal for a hands-on professional with strong networking fundamentals and experience supporting production or operational technology environments. The Network Engineer (IT Automation) requires you to work onsite 5 days per week in Clayton, NC and is a long term contract opportunity.
Responsibilities of the Network Engineer (IT Automation):
- Provide Tier 1 support for network infrastructure devices and services
- Troubleshoot switches, routers, firewalls, and network systems
- Support production line startup and ongoing operations
- Assist with IDF deployment, cabling, and physical infrastructure
- Maintain network diagrams and documentation using Visio
- Monitor systems and support network management tools
- Assist with infrastructure project implementation and compliance
Requirements of the Network Engineer (IT Automation):
- Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience or 10+ years direct experience
- Strong networking fundamentals and infrastructure knowledge
- Experience with 500+ client environments preferred
- CCNA or CCNP preferred
- Experience troubleshooting network devices and systems
- Exposure to manufacturing or OT environments preferred
- Knowledge of network security and documentation best practices
Compensation for the Network Engineer (IT Automation):
- $125,000 - $165,000 based on experience
- Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday and Sick Leave if Required by Law.
Keywords: network engineer, IT infrastructure, operational technology, manufacturing IT, switches, routers, firewalls, IDF, cabling, network topology, Visio, network support, CCNA, CCNP, Clayton NC, onsite
This job opens for applications on 06/24/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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