Sr. Renewables Networks Engineer - REMOTE

ThinkBAC Consulting; Arlington (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company in the renewable energy sector as a Sr. Energy Storage Network Engineer. This dynamic role involves leading the development of innovative network and communication control systems for utility-scale energy storage projects. You will play a vital part in shaping the Asset Management strategy while collaborating with a transparent Executive Leadership Team. The position offers a comprehensive compensation package, including flexible work hours and an open PTO policy. If you are passionate about renewable energy and want to make a significant impact in the industry, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Open PTO Policy

Flexible Work Hours

Comprehensive Benefits

Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in OT network commissioning and project execution.
• Practical skills in diagnosing network issues using tools like Wireshark.
• Strong cybersecurity practices aligned with NERC/CIP and NIST standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as an SME for network management and operational technology.
• Design and configure LANs and WANs, ensuring network security.
• Manage OT Network performance and oversee third-party contractors.

Skills

Network Management

Telecommunication Engineering

Control Systems Architecture

Cybersecurity Practices

Technical Assessments

LAN/WAN Design

Network Security Measures

Scripting Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Wireshark

NMAP

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Cisco

Ignition

PLC

RTU

Job description

Sr. Energy Storage Network Engineer - Renewables

Location: FULL-TIME REMOTE (Anywhere in the USA)

This is an opportunity to join an industry-leading renewable energy venture with strong private equity backing, focused on developing, executing, and operating dynamic utility-scale energy storage projects.

They are at the forefront of the industry, having accumulated over 9GW of projects within a short period, and are currently expanding rapidly, including adding a Sr. Network Engineer to the Asset Management Team.

This critical role will drive the Asset Management strategy in Operational Technology (OT), Network Engineering, Telecommunication Systems, and Automated Control Systems across the portfolio. It involves hands-on work leading the development of network/communication control system architecture and methodologies for innovative utility-scale renewable projects involving battery storage technology. The control system architecture will also integrate with a proprietary data-driven decision-making platform.

They are committed to expanding renewable infrastructure solutions for the grid and offer comprehensive compensation packages, including a competitive salary, annual bonus, open PTO policy, flexible work hours, benefits, and the opportunity to work with a transparent Executive Leadership Team.

Responsibilities:

1. Act as an SME for all network management, control center design, telecommunication engineering, and operational technology.
2. Own control systems architecture, integrations, algorithms, network models, and conceptual design based on ISO/RTO requirements.
3. Design and configure LANs and WANs, including hardware such as firewalls, routers, switches, and servers, supporting wireless technology.
4. Lead installation and integration of fiber optics, Ethernet, virtual and physical servers, ensuring network security.
5. Manage OT Network performance, monitoring, troubleshooting, and oversee third-party contractors.
6. Provide technical assessments of grid-tied inverter software and hardware solutions, including plant commissioning and construction.
7. Drive cybersecurity, system recovery, backup, and security audits across assets.
8. Coordinate with stakeholders, including Renewable Developers, Regulatory bodies, ISOs, and internal teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline (Electrical, Power Control Systems, Network Engineering, Telecommunications, IC&E, Automation Systems).
• Experience in OT network commissioning, site reviews, and project execution.
• Ability to provide critical technical assessments of renewable energy grid-tied inverter solutions.
• Experience in defining telecommunication network scopes, conceptual design, and technical requirements.
• Practical skills in diagnosing network issues using tools like Wireshark and NMAP.
• Knowledge of network security measures, including firewalls and intrusion detection (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco).
• Understanding of communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, TCP/IP).
• Strong cybersecurity practices aligned with NERC/CIP and NIST standards.
• Design, configuration, and maintenance of LAN/WAN systems.
• Proven expertise with TCP/IP services, Cisco/Palo Alto/Fortinet firewalls, DMZ, IP routing, VLANs, fiber optics.
• Familiarity with OT software/hardware (Ignition, PLC, RTU) is preferred.
• Basic scripting knowledge (batch, shell).

*Application deadline: 75 days from the posting date.