Sr. Renewables Networks Engineer - REMOTE

ThinkBAC Consulting LLC; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering renewable energy firm as a Senior Energy Storage Network Engineer, where you'll lead the development of innovative control systems for utility-scale projects. This hands-on role is critical for shaping the Asset Management strategy, focusing on network engineering and operational technology. You'll collaborate with leading experts to enhance renewable infrastructure solutions while enjoying a flexible work environment and comprehensive benefits. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector, driving advancements in energy storage technology and contributing to a sustainable future.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus

Open PTO policy

Flexible work hours

Comprehensive benefits

Transparent Executive Leadership Team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a focus on Electrical Engineering or related fields.
• Experience in network engineering commissioning and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and configuration of LANs and WANs for project integrated hardware.
• Oversee strategy for OT Network performance, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Network Engineering

Telecommunication Systems

Operational Technology (OT)

Cybersecurity

Control Systems Architecture

Packet Analysis Tools (Wireshark, NMAP)

Communication Protocols (Modbus, DNP3, TCP/IP)

Firewall Management (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Focus on Electrical Engineering

Tools

Wireshark

NMAP

Ignition

PLC

RTU

Job description

Chicago, United States | Posted on 10/22/2024

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 that is focused on the development, execution, and operations of dynamic utility-scale energy storage projects. They are at the forefront of the industry, have accumulated over 9GW of projects in a relatively short period of time, and are currently in an accelerated expansion phase which includes the addition of Sr. Network Engineer to the Asset Management Team.

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

They are committed to creating more renewable infrastructure solutions for the grid and are offering comprehensive compensation packages to their employees leading the drive to meet company goals. Other perks include a competitive base salary, annual bonus, open PTO policy, flex work hours, benefits, and the opportunity to work with a transparent Executive Leadership Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Acts as an SME for all network management, control center design, telecommunication engineering, and operational technology.
• Takes ownership of control systems architecture, integrations, algorithms, network models, and conceptual design build outs based on ISO/RTO requirements.
• Leads the design and configuration of LANs and WANs networking systems for project integrated hardware such as firewalls, routers, switches, servers, and supporting wireless tech.
• Leads the installation/integration of fiber optics, ethernet, virtual servers, physical server, and any other related software or hardware to ensure the security of the control systems network.
• Oversees and manages strategy for OT Network performance, monitoring, and troubleshooting including the supervision of 3rd party contractors performing services.
• Provides technical assessments of grid-tied inverter software and hardware solutions including plant commissioning as well as construction.
• Drives the cybersecurity, system recovery, system backup, and security audit processes across the fleet of assets.
• Leads business critical OT network/telecommunications stakeholder correspondence with Renewable Developers, Regulatory bodies, ISOs, and internal partners.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related discipline with a focus on Electrical Engineering, Power Control Systems Architecture, Network Engineering, Telecommunications, IC&E, or Automation Systems.
• OT network engineering commissioning, site-reviews, and project execution experience.
• Ability to provide critical input on technical assessments of utility-scale renewable energy grid-tied inverter software and hardware solutions.
• Well versed in writing/defining telecommunication network engineering operational scopes, conceptual design, and defining technical requirements.
• Practical experience in diagnosing network performance issues and utilizing packet analysis tools like Wireshark and NMAP.
• Skilled in network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption techniques - Palo Alto, Fortinet, & Cisco.
• In-depth understanding of communication protocols - Modbus, DNP3, and TCP/IP.
• Strong grasp of cybersecurity practices and principles, including NERC/CIP and NIST standards.
• Capable of designing, configuring, and maintaining intricate WAN and LAN systems.
• Proven expertise in TCP/IP and associated services (e.g., DNS, DHCP), management of Cisco/Palo Alto/Fortinet firewalls, DMZ setup and management, IP routing, VLAN management, as well as standards and practices for modems, radio systems, and fiber optics.
• Preferably familiar with operational technology (OT) software and hardware (e.g., Ignition, PLC, RTU).
• Basic knowledge of programming languages, including batch and shell scripting.

*The deadline for applications is 75 days from the original posting date.