Network Engineer

We're growing fast, and Synovate is our next-generation Manufacturing Execution System. We need a Network Engineer to help shape both the product and where the company goes from here. This isn't a maintenance role. You'll own real decisions, talk to customers regularly, and have a hand in defining how modern manufacturing operates. If you like ambiguity, want real ownership, and care about building something useful, keep reading. Why join us A growing product with strong market demand Real ownership over decisions that shape the product and customer experience Work that sits between software and the physical world: manufacturing, operations, and data A small, collaborative team that moves quickly Equity upside as we scale Overview We are seeking a Network Engineer to deploy and support network infrastructure for our manufacturing execution system (MES) platform, Synovate. This is a hands-on deployment role—you will travel to client manufacturing facilities to install, configure, and troubleshoot network infrastructure including routers, VPNs, Wi-Fi, and IoT device connectivity. You will work alongside our senior network engineering team, providing critical backup for client implementations while building expertise in industrial network environments. When not deploying, you will contribute to infrastructure automation and internal tooling efforts. Responsibilities Client Deployment & Field Support

• Deploy network infrastructure at client manufacturing sites including routers, switches, Wi-Fi access points, and VPN configurations
• Configure and troubleshoot WireGuard VPNs and Mikrotik industrial routers for secure client connectivity
• Conduct customer site surveys and address connectivity challenges in customer factory environments (interference, device placement, network reliability)
• Troubleshoot IoT device connectivity and ensure reliable communication between edge devices and the platform
• Serve as backup for the senior network engineer during deployments and escalations Network Operations & Maintenance
• Monitor and maintain network health across deployed client sites
• Manage device inventory, firmware updates, and configuration changes
• Automate Mikrotik network changes where feasible
• Respond to network incidents and connectivity issues, performing remote diagnostics and on-site remediation when needed
• Document network configurations, deployment procedures, and troubleshooting runbooks Infrastructure & Automation (Secondary)
• Contribute to Python-based automation tools for network configuration and monitoring
• Support cloud infrastructure operations in Azure (VMs, networking, identity management)
• Assist with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code initiatives as the platform matures Required Qualifications
• Network Engineering: 3+ years hands-on experience with routers, switches, firewalls, VLANs, and VPN technologies
• Wireless Networking: Experience deploying and troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks, including site surveys and interference mitigation Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life & ADD, STD, LTD. 401K match. Unlimited PTO. Our Commitment: Synergetics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We participate in the E-Verify program following offer acceptance. How to Apply: If you are an experienced consultant or have a consulting-type background, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. Synergetics Installations Worldwide is an owner-led management consulting firm and one of the most respected names in implementation consulting. Since 1975, we have completed over 1,800 client engagements, generating more than $9 billion in total EBITDA improvements for a diverse portfolio that includes Fortune 500 companies, Private Equity-backed businesses, and small-to-mid-size enterprises.

At Synergetics Installations Worldwide, we believe our people are our greatest asset. For nearly five decades, we’ve helped transform businesses from small enterprises to global Fortune 500 leaders through hands-on, results-driven consulting. You may not know our name, but you’ve definitely heard of the companies we’ve helped grow. We’re a boutique, owner-led firm known for our authenticity, agility, and integrity. Our culture is built on trust, respect, honesty, authenticity, and teamwork, and we’re growing. Synergetics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment for all employees. We participate in the E-Verify program following offer acceptance (Employees Only)