Entry Level Network Engineer Jobs in Waterbury, CT

Engineer - Network
Reports to: Sr Manager - Infrastructure, Tech & Ops
Location: In Office, Orange CT
The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from:

• $106,000 - $132,500

What We Offer:

• Competitive benefits and growth opportunities
• Generous performance-based bonuses
• 12% 401(k) match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and clear career-advancement pathways

For more information, please visit: Benefits - Avangrid
Job Summary
The Engineer - Network role provides technical support for the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise network systems using current technologies. Works under general direction to support network engineering initiatives across campus, WAN, and cloud environments. This role is also responsible for participating in project delivery, troubleshooting, and operational support to ensure reliable, secure, and scalable network services.
The Engineer - Network role reports into the Sr. Manager - Infrastructure, Tech & Ops.
Key Responsibilities

• Supports implementation and maintenance of enterprise network solutions, including LAN, WAN, wireless, and cloud connectivity.
• Assists in Fortinet SD-WAN deployments, configuration, and ongoing operations.
• Monitors network performance and supports capacity planning and service improvements.
• Troubleshoots network issues across switching, routing, and connectivity domains.
• Participates in network upgrades, migrations, and project-related tasks.
• Documents network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Collaborates with Network Engineering, Security, Voice, and Infrastructure teams on operational activities.
• Assists in evaluating new technologies and recommending improvements to existing environments.
• Follows established standards and best practices for network security and design.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant network engineering experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Relevant experience includes supporting enterprise network environments (campus, WAN, or data center).

Technical Expertise:
Working knowledge in the design, configuration, and troubleshooting of network systems, including:

• Routing & Switching:
  
  • Basic to intermediate understanding of BGP, OSPF, VLANs, and Layer 2/Layer 3 concepts.

• SD-WAN & WAN Technologies:
  
  • Exposure to Fortinet SD-WAN preferred
  • MPLS, DIA, and Internet-based WAN connectivity

• Security Fundamentals:
  
  • Experience with firewalls (Fortinet, Palo Alto, Check Point, or equivalent)
  • Basic understanding of VPN technologies (IPSec/SSL)

• Core Services:
  
  • DNS, DHCP, IP addressing, and network service fundamentals

• Wireless Networking:
  
  • Experience supporting enterprise wireless environments

• Monitoring & Troubleshooting Tools:
  
  • SNMP-based monitoring tools
  • Basic network diagnostics and packet analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• CCNA or equivalent
• Fortinet NSE (entry-level, e.g., NSE4)

Cloud Networking:

• Familiarity with Azure or AWS networking concepts

Automation & Modern Practices:

• Exposure to network automation concepts, tools, and processes (e.g., Python, APIs, Ansible), with an interest in improving operational efficiency through automation.

Delivering for the Business:

• Achieving results and continuous improvement
• Initiative
• Innovation & learning mindset

Global Relationships:

• Customer focus
• Communicating effectively
• Teamwork

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Company:
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Mobility Information
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.
At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.com.
Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.
Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee's management.
Job Posting End Date:
September-18-2026