Network Engineer

Merit Controls is seeking a Network Engineer II to design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructure for renewable energy projects, including solar, energy storage, and wind. The role leads network integration, makes network architecture and design decisions, resolves complex security issues, and collaborates on project proposals and scalable network solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation of network integration for small-to-large scale renewable energy sites
• Support network architecture and design using Cisco, Hirschmann, and Palo Alto products
• Create necessary network documentation, including architecture drawings and IP schemas
• Configure firewalls, VPNs, IDS, DNS, DHCP, SDN, and network segmentation technologies
• Troubleshoot via existing instructions, triage and gather information
• Provide guidance for fiber optic network design
• Support remote connectivity setup from Azure environment to sites (VPN or IPSEC)
• Ensure adherence to Merit’s cybersecurity and compliance policies
• Support the customer portal, ensuring secure access to site-related data in Azure
• Track and report recurring costs related to network services
• Assist in identifying and pricing Industrial Networking opportunities during pre-sales phase
• Adhere to quality management processes in accordance with Merit Controls' ISO 9001 certification
• Lead and independently execute network integration for renewable energy projects of varying complexities
• Take the lead in network architecture and design decisions using advanced technologies and solutions
• Proactively identify and resolve complex network security issues
• Collaborate with teams on major projects during the proposal phase, conducting research and analysis based on customer proposals and specifications
• Configure and manage site server equipment, both physical and virtual environments (VMWare)
• Support and troubleshoot telco communications for remote sites
• Design and implement scalable network solutions for new and existing projects
• Basic support of Level I

Requirements:

• Level II: 2-5 years of relevant experience is required
• Strong understanding of Industrial Networking
• Ability to troubleshoot and provide support in unfamiliar environments
• Experience with managing Windows Domain, DHCP, DNS, and GPO
• Proficiency with Cisco switches, routers, and firewalls
• Experience with Hirschmann switches and routers
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls
• Understanding of VLAN segregation and DMZ design, including IP schemas
• Proficient in all Windows Server and Windows Desktop versions
• Experience managing an Azure or AWS environment
• Familiarity with Dell servers and workstations
• Experience in both IT and OT environments is required
• Bachelor's Degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience
• Certification in OSHA 10, within 6 months after joining company
• Demonstrated ability to work well in collaborative team environment and start-up atmosphere
• Enthusiasm for taking on new and challenging tasks
• Strong interest in renewable energy, energy storage and their applications
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, collaborative working environment
• Entrepreneurial mindset and self-starter
• Sense of humor and ability to build positive relationships
• Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently
• Experience working within renewable energy including industrial or utility scale PV solar, BESS or Wind