About Us

Company Overview

Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company serving the commercial and residential construction markets across the United States and Canada. Through a network of locations and specialized business units, FBM supplies construction professionals with a broad range of products and services while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

With more than 8,000 Team Members across North America, FBM is committed to operational excellence, innovation, and employee development. Following its acquisition by Lowe's, FBM continues to invest in talented professionals who can help drive growth, improve efficiencies, and support strategic business objectives.

Overview

Position Overview

As the Network Engineer, you will play a critical role in enforcing network standards to ensure consistency and reliability across the network. Analyze and resolve complex network related issues to maintain seamless operations. Conduct thorough analysis and testing of all elements within network infrastructure and implement secure nationwide networks, establishing standards that align with business objectives. This position is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of network design and security, and a passion for maintaining robust and secure network systems.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Implement secure network solutions that maximize the sharing of applications, information, and resources across the company.
• Coordinates with multiple vendors/departments to procure network-related hardware, software, and services.
• Investigates and resolves problems, inefficiencies, and performance issues.
• Evaluates, tests, recommends, and implements specific network solutions.
• Participate in developing advanced/leading-edge technologies and/or concepts.
• Analyzes and provides innovative solutions to network engineering and design projects.
• Contribute to developing solutions/strategy for onboarding and converting acquired companies into FBM’s standard network technology stack.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent years of experience.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in Network Engineering role.
• Ensures solutions are aligned with current and future needs and expectations.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with TCP/IP and common routing protocols such as OSPF, HSRP and QoS.
• Experience with common LAN, WAN, WLAN and SD-WAN architectures and methodologies.
• Experience with network security including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention, LAN segmentation and network access controls.
• Experience with public cloud hosting network features, strong preference given towards Microsoft’s Azure platform.
• Experience with Cisco, Palo Alto Firewalls, Palo Alto Panorama, Palo Alto Prisma Access, Meraki, and VeloCloud SDWAN is a strong plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation and Benefits

Reports To

Network Manager

Compensation

Base: $40.00 - $50.00 / Hourly
Bonus: 10% Target Bonus
Total Compensation (Base + Bonus): The successful candidate could reasonably expect a Total Compensation Package in the range of $87,500 - $120,000
Equity: This role is not eligible for equity opportunities, awards, or grants.

Benefits

At FBM, we’re committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work. Our excellent package includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans with leading national providers
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company Provided Basic Life and Accident Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage
• Legal Insurance Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Company Holidays
• 401(k) plan with generous company match

Statements

Equal Opportunity Employer
Foundation Building Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to help them perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources at Talent@myfbm.com.

Posting Period

This job will be posted for at least 5 days, starting on the initial post date reflected above.