OT Network Engineer

Jupiter Power•Austin, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Jupiter Power is seeking a Network Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and support of secure, high-availability networks for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). In this role, you will own the architect, document, and implement of operational technology (OT) at datacenters and site networks that enable reliable, grid-compliant operation of large-scale energy storage assets. As a technical contributor, you will define network standards, lead commissioning activities, troubleshoot complex field issues, and provide technical guidance across engineering and operations teams. This role combines hands-on field involvement with system design, cybersecurity alignment, and cross-functional leadership in high-voltage utility environments. This position will have a field engineering aspect requiring travel to sites for startup and commissioning. As the experience is gained, the role will switch to more design and engineering. This role will be based out of our Austin, TX office and is subject to our Company’s return-to-office policy which currently requires a minimum of three days a week in the office.

Requirements

Technology Platform Experience: Palo Alto, HP/Aruba SDWAN, Cisco, Hirshman, MOXA, Artista.
Knowledge of industrial Ethernet networks, VLANs, QoS, redundancy, and failover designs
Experience configuring firewalls, VPNs, secure remote access, and network segmentation in OT environments
Experience supporting SCADA, plant controllers, PLC networks, and PCS communications
Understanding of OT cybersecurity principles, defense-in-depth, and secure network design
Ability to analyze network traffic, logs, and performance metrics to resolve complex issues
Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Server systems, including configuration, patching coordination, and basic administration
Familiarity with NERC CIP, IEC standards, or utility cybersecurity frameworks
Background in grid interconnection, protection systems, or power systems communications
Experience developing network standards for multi-site or fleet-scale deployments
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
3+ years of experience designing and supporting industrial or critical-infrastructure networks
Experience in network architecture, routing, switching, and segmentation
Proven background supporting OT, utility, or industrial control system environments
Experience working in high-voltage or utility-scale infrastructure projects or any large scale industrial environments
Ability to travel to project sites and support field commissioning activities as required.
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain OT and industrial network architectures for utility-scale BESS sites
Lead network planning and deployment for greenfield and brownfield projects, including site LAN/WAN, VLANs, routing, and segmentation
Configure and support industrial switches, routers, firewalls, and remote access solutions
Ensure reliable and secure communications between SCADA systems, plant controllers, PCS, meters, and protection equipment
Lead network commissioning, testing, site acceptance activities for network systems.
Diagnose and resolve complex network, latency, and communication issues in live utility environments
Develop and maintain network standards, documentation, and diagrams
Support and align with OT cybersecurity requirements, utility standards, and regulatory frameworks including support of the NERC CIP program.