Industrial Network Administrator

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

As an Industrial Network Administrator at IPX Power, you will be a cornerstone of our clean energy operations. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting the critical network infrastructure that underpins our solar and battery storage sites. Your work will ensure our industrial networks are reliable, secure, and resilient, meeting the highest standards of operational safety and cybersecurity. This role requires expert technical execution and close collaboration with our operations and engineering teams to power a sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy robust industrial network solutions for both new (greenfield) and existing (brownfield) clean energy sites, encompassing routing, switching, security, and RF technologies.
• Engineer and support our industrial OT IP routing and switching infrastructure. This includes advanced troubleshooting of Layer 2-4 issues and managing the lifecycle of our network hardware..
• Implement and maintain industrial network security controls, including firewalls, segmentation, and secure remote access, in alignment with our established cybersecurity architecture.
• Design, deploy, and support RF and wireless solutions (e.g., Wi-Fi, industrial radio) across our sites. This includes conducting RF site surveys, planning for optimal coverage, and validating performance.
• Provide advanced technical support for network incidents and complex issues, ensuring minimal disruption to our energy generation and operational activities..
• Work closely with internal and external teams to continuously improve our network standards and procedures.
• Coordinate with telecom providers and third-party vendors to promptly resolve network outages and latency issues.
• Support compliance initiatives by maintaining accurate network documentation, enforcing access controls, and ensuring audit readiness.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3-5years of experience in network engineering, IT/OT systems, or industrial technology (internships/co-ops welcome)
• Demonstrated expertise with industrial routing, switching, firewall technologies, and network segmentation.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in operationally sensitive industrial environments.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to our remote energy sites (e.g., solar farms, substations).
• Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative member of a cross-functional OT/engineering team.
• Must be able to pass background checks required for access to regulated energy infrastructure.

 

• Industry certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, CWNP, or other relevant industrial networking or cybersecurity credentials.
• Experience with RF and wireless solutions in industrial settings, including RF surveys and perfor