Network Engineer – Energy Storage (BESS)

vertexsolutions; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy technology company seeks a Network Engineer in Singapore to design and maintain network infrastructures for large-scale battery energy storage systems. The successful candidate will ensure secure communication across project sites while troubleshooting networking issues. Familiarity with industrial networks and cybersecurity principles is vital, along with experience in energy or industrial environments. This role promises engagement with multidisciplinary teams and exciting projects.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Network Engineer or similar role in energy or industrial environments.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of networking fundamentals and complex troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with industrial networks and cybersecurity principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain network architectures for utility-scale BESS.
• Support LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls, and ensure secure communication.
• Document network designs, configurations, and provide training.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

TCP/IP

Routing

Switching

VLANs

VPNs

Troubleshooting

Cybersecurity principles

Job description

Network Engineer – Energy Storage (BESS)

About the job

My client is a global energy technology company active in large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) and grid-connected energy projects. They are looking to appoint a Network Engineer to support the design, implementation, and operation of secure and reliable network infrastructure across utility-scale energy storage projects.

This role sits at the intersection of IT/OT, engineering, and operations, supporting both project delivery and long-term system performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain network architectures for utility-scale BESS and renewable energy projects
• Support LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls, switches, and routers across project sites and offices
• Ensure secure communication between BESS, SCADA, EMS, PLCs, and control systems
• Work closely with engineering, commissioning, and operations teams during project execution
• Troubleshoot network and communication issues during construction, commissioning, and operations
• Define and maintain network security standards, access control, and cybersecurity best practices
• Support remote monitoring, data acquisition, and system availability
• Liaise with EPCs, vendors, and integrators on network and communication requirements
• Document network designs, configurations, and operational procedures
• Provide technical support and training to internal teams where required

Required Experience

• Experience as a Network Engineer or similar role in energy, industrial, infrastructure, or data-center environments
• Strong hands-on knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs)
• Experience with industrial networks and OT environments
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles in critical infrastructure
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network and communication issues independently
• Comfortable working across multidisciplinary engineering teams

Preferred / Nice to Have

• Experience in renewable energy, BESS, power plants, or industrial automation
• Exposure to SCADA / EMS / PLC communication networks
• Experience supporting projects across multiple countries or remote sites
• Knowledge of IEC standards or industrial communication protocols
• Experience working with EPCs or system integrators