Sr. Renewables Networks Engineer - REMOTE

ThinkBAC Consulting; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking renewable energy venture as a Sr. Energy Storage Network Engineer. This pivotal role focuses on developing and managing network and communication control systems for utility-scale energy storage projects. You will drive the Asset Management strategy while collaborating with a transparent Executive Leadership Team. Enjoy a flexible work environment and comprehensive compensation packages, including competitive salaries and annual bonuses. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector and contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of energy.

Benefits

Open PTO policy

Flexible work hours

Comprehensive benefits

Annual bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in OT network commissioning and project execution.
• Proficiency with network performance diagnostics and security measures.

Responsibilities

• Act as an SME for network management and control center design.
• Lead the design and configuration of LANs and WANs, ensuring network security.

Skills

Network Management

Control Center Design

Telecommunication Engineering

Cybersecurity

Technical Assessments

Network Performance Diagnostics

Project Execution

Scripting Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Wireshark

NMAP

Cisco Firewalls

Palo Alto Firewalls

Fortinet Firewalls

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 the development, execution, and operations of dynamic utility-scale energy storage projects.

They are at the forefront of the industry, with over 9GW of projects accumulated in a short period, currently in an expansion phase, adding a Sr. Network Engineer to the Asset Management Team.

This is a business-critical role that 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 development of network/communication control system architecture, integrating with a proprietary data-driven decision-making platform.

They offer comprehensive compensation packages, including a competitive salary, annual bonus, open PTO policy, flexible work hours, benefits, and the chance to work with a transparent Executive Leadership Team.

Responsibilities:

1. Act as an SME for network management, control center design, telecommunication engineering, and OT.
2. Own control systems architecture, integrations, algorithms, network models, and design build-outs based on ISO/RTO requirements.
3. Lead the design and configuration of LANs and WANs, including hardware like firewalls, routers, switches, and wireless tech.
4. Oversee installation and integration of fiber optics, Ethernet, virtual and physical servers, ensuring network security.
5. Manage OT Network performance, monitoring, troubleshooting, and supervise third-party contractors.
6. Provide technical assessments of grid-tied inverter solutions, including plant commissioning.
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, or Automation).
• Experience in OT network commissioning, site reviews, and project execution.
• Ability to perform technical assessments of inverter software/hardware solutions.
• Experience in defining telecommunication network scope, design, and technical requirements.
• Proficiency with network performance diagnostics and tools like Wireshark and NMAP.
• Knowledge of network security measures, including firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco).
• Understanding of communication protocols: Modbus, DNP3, TCP/IP.
• Strong cybersecurity knowledge, including NERC/CIP and NIST standards.
• Skill in designing and maintaining LAN/WAN systems, managing Cisco/Palo Alto/Fortinet firewalls, IP routing, VLANs.
• Familiarity with OT hardware/software (Ignition, PLC, RTU).
• Basic scripting knowledge (batch, shell).

*Application deadline: 75 days from posting date.