IT Network Engineer
Core
Operate and secure mission-critical fab network infrastructure supporting 24x7 semiconductor manufacturing operations.
Role type
Senior IC IT Network Engineer (Semiconductor Fab)
Builds
Ultra-high availability, low latency, and deterministic performance for production systems (MES, Automation, AMHS, Process Control)
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Industrial OT networking
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Industrial networking (Layer 2/3, VLANs, QoS, redundancy protocols), Routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), Network security (firewalls, VPNs, segmentation), MES/Automation/AMHS ecosystem constraints, High-availability network design, Monitoring and troubleshooting tools, Cybersecurity for industrial systems
Preferred skills
Experience with industrial/OT environments, Knowledge of factory network topology, Capacity planning for fab expansion
Technologies
Zabbix, NMS platforms, Firewalls, NAC, Micro-segmentation
Responsibilities
Maintain segmented and highly resilient network architectures (IT/OT segregation, zones, DMZs), Ensure continuous operation of fab networks (24/7/365) with strict SLA adherence, Perform rapid root cause analysis (RCA) for network-related incidents affecting fab operations, Enforce strict network segmentation between IT and OT environments, Support deployment of new manufacturing tools, MES systems, and automation platforms, Interface with equipment vendors, automation suppliers, and telecom providers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC