Network Engineer

Introduction to SK Battery America:

SK Battery America is the global leading battery manufacturer for electric vehicles, We aim to produce the safest, fastest-charging, and longest-lasting batteries to create a cleaner and more sustainable future across the United States.

Since 2019, we have invested a total of $2.6 billion to build EV battery plants in Commerce, Georgia, and created over 3,000 highly-skilled jobs. Building a new chapter in automotive history, we are opening new possibilities and taking great pride in the talented people who drive our growth.

*SK Group is one of South Korea's top three industrial conglomerates.

It has about 107 affiliated companies, ranging from energy, telecommunications, finance, and construction.

This position is part of SKBA's IT Shared service but actually functions as a member of the BlueOval SK IT team.

About BlueOval SK:

BlueOval SK is a historic investment between two global companies, Ford Motor Company and SK On, who share the ambitious vision of electrifying the future of mobility. Together, they invested a total of $11.4 billion dollars to form a Joint Venture company called BlueOval SK. By utilizing SK On’s battery technology the company aspires to make the world’s most safe and dependable electric vehicle (EV) batteries for the Ford and Lincoln brands.

The partnership is building three EV battery plants. One plant is located in Stanton, Tennessee at BlueOval City and twin plants will stand in Glendale, Kentucky at BlueOval SK Battery Park.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Network Equipment Installation & Management: Lead the end-to-end installation, configuration, and management of diverse network equipment, ensuring optimal performance and connectivity across the enterprise.

• Network Optimization & Scalability: Continually assess the network infrastructure, implement optimization strategies, and ensure the network scales efficiently with the organization's growth.

• Security & Compliance: Deploy advanced network security protocols, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems to safeguard organizational data and ensure compliance with industry standards.

• Troubleshooting & Support: Provide prompt resolution to network-related issues, ensuring minimum downtime and supporting users with connectivity and access issues.

• Performance Monitoring: Continuously monitor network performance, bandwidth utilization, and traffic patterns, implementing adjustments and enhancements as necessary.

• Continuous Learning & Training: Stay updated with emerging trends in network technologies, protocols, and security. Lead training sessions and provide support to the broader Infrastructure team.

Minimum Requirements (skills required to do this job; list at least 3 that are quantifiable):

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

3-6 years of hands-on experience in network equipment installation, configuration, and management.

• Proficiency in managing routers, switches, firewalls, and other network hardware from vendors like Cisco, Juniper, and Aruba.

• Strong knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., IP, TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF).

• Familiarity with network security practices, including VPNs, intrusion detection systems, and firewalls.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues.

• Excellent teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills.

Preferred Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

• Certifications such as Cisco's CCNA, CCNP, or similar would be highly advantageous.

• Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV).

• Familiarity with cloud-based networking solutions in platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

• In-depth understanding of VoIP configurations and optimizations.