Lead Network Engineer

RWE

. Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient OT network infrastructure across multiple sites and geographies .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $127,000 - $171,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing scalable and secure OT network infrastructures, with a strong focus on network performance tuning, capacity planning, and compliance with industry standards such as NERC CIP. Proven ability to lead complex technical projects and provide mentorship to engineering teams while ensuring operational efficiency and resilience.

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Network EngineeringNetwork SecurityCisco Routing and SwitchingPalo Alto Networks FirewallsNERC CIP Compliance

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Hard Skills

Network Architecture DesignHigh-Availability SolutionsTraffic OptimizationIncident ResolutionDisaster Recovery SolutionsFirewall ConfigurationVPN ImplementationSCADA Systems SupportPerformance ManagementAutomation Platforms

Soft Skills

Technical MentoringStrategic ThinkingOperational ExecutionProblem SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

CiscoPalo Alto NetworksFortinetNetwork Monitoring ToolsAutomation Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

CCNPRelevant Industry Certifications

Industry Keywords

OT Network InfrastructureSCADANISTISA/IEC 62443ISO 27001

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityFirewallsSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient OT network infrastructure across multiple sites and geographies
Lead complex troubleshooting and high-severity incident resolution
Develop and maintain network architecture standards, configuration baselines, and security requirements
Lead network performance tuning, capacity planning, traffic optimization, and proactive upgrades
Design and validate segmentation, firewall, access-control, secure remote-access, and intrusion-detection solutions
Develop high-availability, redundancy, and disaster-recovery solutions for critical OT and SCADA systems
Lead greenfield deployments, site retrofits, technology refreshes, and modernization initiatives from design through validation
Act as technical escalation point for complex network, firewall, VPN, SCADA connectivity, and security incidents
Lead root-cause analysis sessions and develop corrective actions
Create, review, and maintain SOPs, engineering standards, work instructions, and change-control procedures
Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and peer review to engineers and technicians
Review technical designs and implementation plans for compliance with architecture, security, and operational standards
Support hardware and software lifecycle planning, procurement, and technology selection
Conduct technical reviews of network configurations and security controls to support NERC CIP and other requirements
Identify opportunities to improve automation, monitoring, reliability, standardization, and operational efficiency
Coordinate with vendors and technology partners on technical issues, escalations, and solution design
Own assigned technical activities from planning through implementation, validation, and documentation
Set enterprise-wide OT standards, governance, and best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, industry certifications, and relevant professional experience
Advanced hands-on experience, formal training, or relevant industry certification
Minimum 5 years of experience in network engineering, network security, infrastructure, telecommunications, or related technologies
Experience designing and supporting complex, distributed network environments
Experience leading technical projects, major implementations, or complex incident resolution
Experience mentoring or providing technical direction to engineers and technicians
Strong enterprise networking or security experience with demonstrated ability to work within operational environments
Experience with Cisco routing, switching, wireless, and network services; CCNP or equivalent experience preferred
Experience with Palo Alto Networks or Fortinet firewalls, including policy, VPN, threat prevention, segmentation, and secure connectivity
Experience designing high-availability and redundant network architectures
Familiarity with network monitoring, performance management, and automation platforms
Working knowledge of NIST, ISA/IEC 62443, NERC CIP, or ISO 27001
Ability to function independently with minimal oversight
Ability to lead large technical projects, site-wide deployments, and multi-site initiatives
Ability to provide technical direction and mentoring to engineers and technicians
Strategic thinking and strong operational execution skills
Desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
Commitment to safety, resilience, and regulatory readiness
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations and lift 25 lbs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Education Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Short-term incentives in addition to salary