Network Operations Specialist

IPX Power, a clean energy company, develops, owns, and operates some of the world’s largest energy resources, delivering affordable, reliable power to utilities and other customers. We’re in a rapid growth phase with 4.3 GW of solar PV and 8.8 GWh of battery storage in construction or operation, with more projects under various stages of development.

IPX is a profitable, well capitalized, independent power producer that has delivered billions of dollars of industrial-scale clean energy infrastructure. The company was recently formed as a spin-out of Intersect, as a result of their recent acquisition by Google. IPX is supported by long-standing existing investors TPG Rise Climate, Climate Adaptive Infrastructure, and Greenbelt Capital Partners.

IPX is rooted in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and operational excellence. We’re building and operating billions of dollars in assets and seeking people eager to develop, build, and operate one of the world’s largest renewables and storage portfolios.

About This Position

The Network Operations Specialist is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing communications and control system infrastructure across IPX’s portfolio of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage (BESS) assets. This role focuses on SCADA systems, network reliability, remote connectivity, and cybersecurity coordination to ensure high availability of monitoring and control systems.

This position partners closely with Site Operations, Asset Management, Compliance, third-party O&M providers, telecom vendors, and IT teams to support safe, reliable, and compliant asset operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor SCADA systems and network health across operating renewable energy assets.
• Troubleshoot communications issues between inverters, BESS systems, meters, RTUs, and central control platforms.
• Maintain and support routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN tunnels for secure remote connectivity.
• Coordinate with telecom providers and third-party vendors to resolve outages and latency issues.
• Support configuration and maintenance of network infrastructure including VLANs, IP addressing, and routing.
• Ensure high uptime of monitoring platforms such as PowerFactors, AlsoEnergy, or similar systems.
• Assist with cybersecurity protocols and collaborate with IT teams on OT/IT integration.
• Support compliance initiatives related to network documentation, access controls, and audit readiness.
• Track and document incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in commissioning and integration of new solar and BESS assets into the network environment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or a related field
• Certifications (in progress or completed) are a plus:
  • CompTIA Network+ or Security+
  • Cisco CCNA
  • Palo Alto Networks PCCSA / PCNSA
  • Check Point CCSA
  • ISA/IEC 62443 awareness or industrial networking training

• 3-5years of experience in network engineering, IT/OT systems, or industrial technology (internships/co-ops welcome)

• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including:
  • IP addressing and subnetting
  • VLANs and trunking
  • Routing and switching basics
  • Network protocols (TCP/IP, ARP, ICMP, etc.)
• Familiarity with industrial control environments or a strong interest in learning about SCADA, PLCs, RTUs, and HMI systems
• Comfortable with CLI-based configuration of routers and switches (Cisco, Hirschmann, etc.) or have relevant lab/simulated experience
• Exposure to cybersecurity principles in OT or critical infrastructure environments (network segmentation, firewall basics, remote access)
• Ability to read and interpret network diagrams, cable schedules, and topology maps
• Willingness to travel to remote energy sites (e.g., wind farms, solar fields, substations)
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a cross-functional OT/engineering team
• Ability to pass background checks for access to regulated energy sites

• Internship or academic project involving:
  • SCADA networks
  • Cisco, Palo Alto, or industrial switches
  • Fieldbus or serial-to-IP conversions
• Exposure to or interest in OT/ICS protocols:
  • Modbus TCP
  • DNP3
  • OPC UA/DA
  • IEC 61850
• Basic understanding of network monitoring and diagnostic tools (e.g., Wireshark, SolarWinds, PRTG, etc.)
• Familiarity with:
  • Network segmentation and the Purdue Model
  • Firewalls and NAT (especially Palo Alto or Check Point)
  • Industrial media types (fiber, serial, copper)

Total Rewards

Equal Employment Opportunity

IPX Power is committed to maintaining a workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical leave status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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