Sr. Renewables Networks Engineer - REMOTE

ThinkBAC Consulting; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering renewable energy venture as a Sr. Energy Storage Network Engineer. This innovative firm is at the forefront of energy storage projects, offering a unique opportunity to develop network and communication control systems. You will collaborate with a dynamic team, driving operational technology and cybersecurity measures across utility-scale projects. With a focus on flexibility and comprehensive compensation, this role is perfect for those passionate about renewable energy and technology. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing industry, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Open PTO

Flexible Hours

Comprehensive Benefits

Annual Bonus

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for network management and control center design.
• Design and configure LANs and WANs, ensuring network security.

Skills

Network Management

Telecommunication Engineering

Operational Technology

Cybersecurity

Network Performance Diagnostics

Basic Scripting Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Wireshark

NMAP

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Cisco

Ignition

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 developed in a short period, currently expanding rapidly and adding a Sr. Network Engineer to the Asset Management Team.

This critical role will support 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 and communication control system architecture for innovative renewable projects involving battery storage, integrated with a proprietary data-driven decision-making platform.

The company offers comprehensive compensation packages, including a competitive salary, annual bonus, open PTO, flexible hours, benefits, and collaboration with an open and transparent executive team.

Responsibilities:

1. Serve as SME for network management, control center design, telecommunication engineering, and operational technology.
2. Own and develop control systems architecture, integrations, algorithms, network models, and conceptual designs based on ISO/RTO requirements.
3. Design and configure LANs and WANs, including hardware such as firewalls, routers, switches, and 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. Assess grid-tied inverter software and hardware solutions, including plant commissioning and construction.
7. Drive cybersecurity, system recovery, backup, and security audits across assets.
8. Communicate 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).
• Experience in OT network commissioning, site reviews, and project execution.
• Ability to evaluate utility-scale renewable energy inverter solutions.
• Experience in defining telecommunication network operational scopes and technical requirements.
• Proficiency with network performance diagnostics and tools like Wireshark and NMAP.
• Knowledge of network security measures (firewalls, IDS, encryption) with Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco.
• Understanding of communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, TCP/IP).
• Strong cybersecurity knowledge aligned with NERC/CIP and NIST standards.
• Skills in designing and maintaining LAN/WAN systems, managing TCP/IP services, firewalls, VLANs, and fiber optics.
• Familiarity with OT hardware/software (Ignition, PLC, RTU) is a plus.
• Basic scripting skills (batch, shell) preferred.

*Application deadline: 75 days from the posting date.