Sr Network Engineer

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Date: Jun 25, 2026

Location: Mason, MI, US

Company: Dart Container

The Senior Network Engineer administers and supports the company’s global data communications network.  The position includes design, development, installation, proactive monitoring, optimization, maintenance and support of all network hardware, software, policies, procedures, and associated systems.

 

Day to Day Role 

  • Develop fully executable network designs based on the concepts, planning and requirements developed by Network Architects 

  • Ensure that all network designs and deployments are fully documented and supportable by the Network Engineering staff 

  • Serve as the network subject matter expert for the engineering, configuration, deployment, and operational maintenance for all technologies in the network space including but not limited to – Azure on-ramp/express route, Azure subscription networking, Campus, Plant LAN, Wireless, WAN/SD-WAN, Datacenter LAN 

  • Troubleshoot escalated issues to identify and repair complex network issues for Cloud, WAN, LAN, Voice, Video, Internet connections and end-user issues 

  • Communicate and coordinate network maintenance, operational status, and downtime to users and management as per established change management process and procedures 

  • Ensure that the development of business continuity and disaster recovery plans are supportable,  maintain current knowledge of plan executables, and respond to emergency network outages in accordance with the plans  

  • Perform analysis of network needs and contribute to design, network architecture, integration, and installation  

  • Participate as a lead in the implementation of projects, taking direction from Network Architects and/or project leads  

  • Prepare and maintain documentation of network standards, configurations, procedures and cabling layouts 

  • Ensure via collaboration with internal IT Security as well as external OEMs and vendors that network security hardening/compliance is integrated into all designs and operational remediation 

  • Provide technical mentoring to team members and foster a continuous improvement mindset 

  • Monitor and identify network capacity and performance issues to maximize efficiency of company communication systems 

  • Perform system and equipment audits 

  • Recommend network design changes based upon system review, test results, monitoring data and company requirements 

Core Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate must possess the following:

  • Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in computer science, information systems, or related field of study and experience working in a multi-network, multi-protocol environment 

  • Requires one of the following: 

  • Cisco CCNP certification, or 

  • Extensive advanced network routing and switching experience  

  • Experience with OSPF/EIGRP/Spanning Tree protocols 

  • Experience with BGP and OSPF routing protocols 

  • Experience and comprehensive knowledge in two or more of the following areas: Cloud (Azure, AWS) networking, Routing and Switching, Security (Firewalls, Proxy technology), Wireless, Data Center, Video/Voice, SD-WAN 

  • Experience with Cisco ACI design, configuration, and operations 

  • Experience implementing and operating a security architecture that secures all corporate enterprise network edges (both ingress and egress) 

  • Experience creating and maintaining network topology, logical flow and other required documentation with Visio or equivalent tool 

  • Strong understanding of network QOS methods, markings and mitigation strategies  

  • Demonstrated experience conducting research and resolving issues across a wide range of networking, telephony, video, security, and wireless issues  

  • Experience with Network Sniffers to analyze data and resolve network issues 

  • Experience analyzing network performance data to identify trends/potential problems and providing recommendations to modify and/or upgrade network equipment or services 

  • Ability to maintain composure and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced, customer-focused work environment characterized by rapid change, minimal lead times, and multiple competing priorities  

  • Excellent customer service orientation acting as a positive solution provider for all business and technical encounters 

  • Excellent verbal and written skills necessary to communicate intricate job-related processes 

  • Ability to articulate technical and non-technical information to personnel with varying levels of technical knowledge 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

  • Cisco CCIE certification

  • Cisco Central Platform Management experience

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Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years.  We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

https://www.dartcontainer.com/eeoaa/

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If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at applicationassistance@dart.biz for assistance.


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