Data Network Engineer IV

Job description

Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service.

Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion.

We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees.

We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes.

We want you to join our team!

**Job Title:** Data Network Engineer IV

**Position Summary:**

The Network Engineer IV will be responsible for design, implementation, and optimization of complex network infrastructure across the enterprise.

This senior-level role requires an engineer with a deep, hands-on background in a multi-vendor enterprise, with a particular focus on network platforms from Arista, Fortinet, and Cisco.

The ideal candidate will provide deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to mentor junior engineers while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure high availability, scalability, and security of our network systems.

**Location:** Hybrid, Pittsburgh, PA - Woods Run

**Job Duties and Responsibilities:**

+ **Network Architecture:** Design and architect highly available, scalable, and secure enterprise-level network solutions spanning corporate enterprise and operational technology environments.

This includes LAN/WAN, wireless, data center architecture, network security, OT networking, cloud networking and optical transport.
+ **Multi-Vendor Configuration:** Configure and maintain a wide range of network devices from multiple vendors, including switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers and optical equipment.
+ **Monitoring & Optimization:** Utilize advanced monitoring tools to analyze performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements.
+ **Security & Compliance:** Ensure network security through firewalls, VPNs, access controls, and compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., NERC CIP).
+ **Documentation & Reporting:** Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
+ **Technical Leadership:** Act as a subject matter expert, providing escalation support, mentoring junior engineers, and leading complex network projects.

**Additional Responsibilities:**

+ Perform other job-related duties as assigned
+ Storm role duties as assigned

**Education and Experience Required:**

+ **Experience:** 8+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role and significant hands-on experience in the following:

+ Arista switching and routing
+ Fortinet firewalls
+ Cisco switching and routing (Catalyst, Nexus, IOS, NX-OS)
+ F5 load balancers
+ Expert knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF).
+ Azure cloud networking (ExpressRoute)
+ Network tools (Arista CloudVison, Cisco ISE, FortiManager, Infoblox, SolarWinds, ExtraHop)
+ Knowledge of ITIL practices and change management processes.
+ Nokia optical transport experience preferred

**Preferred Qualifications/Experience:**

+ Nokia optical transport experience
+ OT/SCADA network experience

**Skills/Abilities:**

+ Proven ability to lead projects, support multiple priorities under pressure and adapt to changing business and technical environments
+ Excellent communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams
+ Excellent problem-solving and project management skills

**Scope**

Primary focus is on daily deliverables, outputs and reporting.

Accountable for managing one's own time and workflow but may be leading projects or project steps.

Work is typically complex in nature requiring the incumbent to draw on previous knowledge to perform the role.

Continues to build knowledge base but has a solid foundation to act independently the majority of the time.

Still draws on experts and managers when needed but less frequently.

Acts as a resource to less experienced staff on routine issues.

**Decision Impact**

The problems and issues faced are complex.

Incumbent draws on past experience on a regular basis to solve problems and take new perspectives on existing solutions.

Accountable for direct level of reasoning and decision making.

**Hybrid Work**

Position follows our hybrid work model, with a minimum of two days working in the office and the remaining days working remotely.

Reporting location and frequency may be subject to change based on job role and department needs.

**Storm Roles**

All Non-Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset.

Please be sure to discuss storm roles with the hiring manager for this position, as duties can vary across the Company.

_Examples of storm roles could include but aren't limited to duties such as: working with operations for service center support or with the communications, customer service or government affairs teams to respond to public and customer requests for information, etc._

**Data Governance**

Utilize data to make business decisions as appropriate for the position, support data stewardship activities and partner with IT on underlying data needs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation.

This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment.

An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities.

Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us at HR@duqlight.com and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.

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