Network Engineer 2
BHE Renewables
Salary undisclosed
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Description
Configure, support, and troubleshoot enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, wireless systems, and related network services.
Deploy and integrate new network technologies and solutions in alignment with architectural standards, operational requirements, and lifecycle roadmaps.
Implement network changes using established change management, security, and compliance processes.
Develop, maintain, and leverage network automation and scripting solutions to improve consistency, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Monitor network performance and availability, proactively identifying and resolving issues to support reliable operations.
Support network segmentation, routing policies, and access design to meet business and operational requirements.
Participate in network lifecycle activities, including technology evaluations, hardware refreshes, software upgrades, and decommissioning.
Collaborate with engineering, security, systems, and application teams to support enterprise IT and operational technology (OT) connectivity needs.
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, standards, and procedures.
Provide Tier 2 escalation support for network incidents and service requests.
Coordinate with vendors and service providers for circuit provisioning, technology implementation, and support engagements.
Participate in on‑call rotations and scheduled after‑hours maintenance activities as required.
Additional duties as required and assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science or related technical field or equivalent work experience. (Typically four years of additional related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.
Three or more years additional directly related technical experience is required.
Technical skills including programming, installation, configuration, and inventory management.
Evidence of completion of the CCNA certification or demonstrated equivalent work experience in a large enterprise environment.
Experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) supporting network access control, authentication, authorization, and policy enforcement in enterprise environments.
Experience developing and maintaining network automation using Python, YAML, and Ansible to enable infrastructure‑as‑code, improve reliability, and accelerate delivery of network changes.
Proficiency supporting and implementing WAN routing and LAN switching in enterprise environments, including routing protocols, VLANs, and switched network design principles.
Experience designing, supporting, and troubleshooting enterprise wireless networks, including access point deployment, RF considerations, and user connectivity issues.
Experience working in data center environments, supporting network infrastructure operations including switching, connectivity, hardware installation, and maintenance activities.
Effective oral and written communication skills. Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
MidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.About this role
BHE Renewables is seeking a Network Engineer 2 to manage and evolve enterprise network infrastructure supporting a major Midwest utility serving over 1.6 million customers across four states. You'll configure and troubleshoot routers, switches, and wireless systems while deploying new technologies in line with architectural standards and compliance requirements. The role emphasizes automation—you'll develop Python and Ansible solutions to improve operational consistency and scalability—alongside traditional hands-on support of WAN routing, LAN switching, data center operations, and enterprise wireless networks.
This position requires a CCNA certification or equivalent large-enterprise experience, plus demonstrated expertise in Cisco ISE for network access control, enterprise routing and switching design, and data center infrastructure. You'll participate in change management and security processes, monitor network performance, coordinate vendor relationships, and provide Tier 2 escalation support. The role includes on-call rotations and after-hours maintenance, and demands strong communication and analytical skills to juggle multiple concurrent projects.
A bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field is preferred; candidates without one will need at least three to four years of directly related technical experience. This is a full-time, in-office position based in Des Moines, Iowa.
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