Senior OT Network Engineer

capitalpower; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Referral reward

Job summary

Capital Power is hiring an experienced OT/ICS professional to design, support, and enhance the Industrial network infrastructure and cybersecurity technologies across our generation fleet. You will collaborate with plant operations, maintenance, and engineering to tackle complex technical challenges and lead modernization initiatives.

The role emphasizes risk-based technology changes, secure connectivity, and continuous improvement in reliability and cybersecurity across critical facilities in

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience designing, supporting, or maintaining OT/ICS systems in critical infrastructure environments.
• Experience in power generation or utility settings is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support OT network infrastructure across Capital Power's generation fleet.
• Design, maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance Industrial network infrastructure and connectivity solutions.
• Drive network modernization, infrastructure upgrades, and technology integration projects.
• Partner with plant operations, engineering teams, vendors, and contractors to deliver reliable technology solutions.
• Resolve complex Industrial networking, connectivity, and OT challenges in critical infrastructure environments.
• Support OT cybersecurity initiatives, including network segmentation, secure remote access, monitoring, and vulnerability management.
• Develop and maintain OT standards, documentation, and best practices.
• Apply a practical, risk-based approach to technology changes and operational support.
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability, cybersecurity, and operational performance.
• Build strong relationships, take ownership of results, and continuously expand expertise in OT networking and cybersecurity.

Skills

OT network design

Industrial cybersecurity

Modbus/DNP3/OPC

Network monitoring

ICS/OT standards

Vulnerability management

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer/electrical/related engineering or CS/IT

Job description

A little about Capital Power

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to Powering Change by Changing Power . This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system. We're a growth-oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. Our team safely delivers, builds, and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America.

Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon power solutions. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our North Star . With us, your contributions matter - we want you to be empowered to innovate, collaborate, and ultimately drive results. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, grow, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America!

Your Opportunity

One Permanent Full-Time Position.

Join Capital Power's Operational Technology team and help power the future of energy. In this role, you'll design, support, and enhance the Industrial network infrastructure and cybersecurity technologies that enable the safe and reliable operation of our generating facilities. Working closely with plant operations, maintenance, and engineering teams, you'll solve complex technical challenges, lead technology initiatives, and help strengthen the critical infrastructure that powers our fleet.

You will contribute to our team by:

• Lead and support OT network infrastructure across Capital Power's generation fleet
• Design, maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance Industrial network infrastructure and connectivity solutions
• Drive network modernization, infrastructure upgrades, and technology integration projects
• Partner with plant operations, engineering teams, vendors, and contractors to deliver reliable technology solutions
• Resolve complex Industrial networking, connectivity, and operational technology challenges in critical infrastructure environments
• Support OT cybersecurity initiatives, including network segmentation, secure remote access, monitoring, and vulnerability management
• Develop and maintain OT standards, documentation, and best practices
• Apply a practical, risk-based approach to technology changes and operational support
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability, cybersecurity, and operational performance
• Build strong relationships, take ownership of results, and continuously expand expertise in OT networking and cybersecurity

What you will bring to the role:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Other educational backgrounds will be considered based on relevant experience.

Experience:

• 5-8 years of experience designing, supporting, or maintaining OT/ICS systems in critical infrastructure environments.
• Experience supporting OT environments in power generation or utility settings would be considered an asset.

Technical Skills:

• Design, implementation, support, and troubleshooting of Industrial network infrastructure and communications systems in OT/ICS environments
• OT network architecture, routing, switching, firewall administration, and secure connectivity design
• Industrial communication protocols including Modbus, DNP3, OPC, ICCP, and related technologies
• Network monitoring, asset management, and cybersecurity detection tools
• OT cybersecurity principles and best practices including identity and access management, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity monitoring

Successful candidates are not expected to be experts in all areas. Capital Power is committed to supporting ongoing professional development, training, mentorship, and growth opportunities.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid office/work-from-home position based in Phoenix, Arizona.
• Periodic travel throughout the United States will be required to support operational, maintenance, and project activities across Capital Power's generation fleet.

Additional Details:

• This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
• This position is eligible for health care benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off, and annual bonus.
• As this is a safety sensitive position, clearance of a pre-employment drug & alcohol test is required, subject to applicable law.
• In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in United States of America.
• The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, reference checks and criminal record check.
• Capital Power employees that refer a successful candidate for this position are eligible for a $1000 Referral Reward!
• We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordable employee benefits, retir