What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Engineer position at Scale Microgrids?
The Role
We are looking for a Network Engineer to join our IT team to handle the design, implementation, and maintenance of our internal and client-side network infrastructure. You will play a key role in ensuring the stability, security, and performance of our networks, enabling us to deliver exceptional service to our clients and support our internal operations effectively.
You should be comfortable with everything from troubleshooting network issues to supporting end-user systems, and contributing to network improvements within the company and on our deployed microgrids.
This role will report to our Senior Manager of IT and be based at our HQ in Ridgewood, NJ, with travel up to 20% of the time.
Key Responsibilities Will Include
About Scale Microgrids
Scale is redefining resilience, with advanced microgrids that go beyond traditional backup power solutions to give businesses the power to adapt and thrive amid all of today’s growing energy challenges. As a vertically-integrated provider of turnkey advanced microgrid systems, Scale combines project design, engineering, and execution expertise with microgrid-as-a-service financing to offer our customers systems that are optimized to deliver maximum value from day one while ensuring ultra-reliable operations and fast time-to-power.
Scale is backed by EQT, a firm with ~$250B in assets, bringing a depth of experience, resources, and capital that will enable Scale to continue pursuing our vision of powering the world with distributed energy. The investment enables Scale to own and operate billions of dollars in distributed generation assets. To learn more about Scale Microgrids, please visit https://www.scalemicrogrids.com .
About EQT
EQT is a leading purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management, divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. To learn more about EQT, please visit https://eqtgroup.com .
Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
We are looking for a Network Engineer to join our IT team to handle the design, implementation, and maintenance of our internal and client-side network infrastructure. You will play a key role in ensuring the stability, security, and performance of our networks, enabling us to deliver exceptional service to our clients and support our internal operations effectively.
You should be comfortable with everything from troubleshooting network issues to supporting end-user systems, and contributing to network improvements within the company and on our deployed microgrids.
This role will report to our Senior Manager of IT and be based at our HQ in Ridgewood, NJ, with travel up to 20% of the time.
Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Network Design & Implementation:
- Plan, design, and implement network solutions for both internal use and client sites, utilizing routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and other network devices.
- Conduct on-site client assessments to understand their needs and develop tailored network architectures.
- Ensure network designs meet performance, security, and scalability requirements, incorporating redundancy and future-proofing best practices.
- Network Maintenance & Optimization:
- Proactively monitor network performance, analyze metrics, and identify areas for improvement.
- Perform regular maintenance and optimization of network devices and services to ensure reliability and maximize throughput.
- Security & Compliance:
- Implement and maintain network security best practices, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
- Ensure the security of both internal and client systems, adhering to industry regulations.
- Troubleshooting & Support:
- Provide Tier 1/2/3 support for network-related issues, resolving escalated or complex problems remotely and on-site at client locations.
- Respond to inbound support requests, collaborating with the help desk to address and resolve network incidents promptly.
- Work with vendors and service providers to address outages and equipment failures effectively.
- Documentation & Reporting:
- Maintain comprehensive network diagrams, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and configuration records.
- Generate reports on network health, capacity planning, and performance trends to support strategic decision-making.
- Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborate effectively with the Sr. IT Manager and team leads to align network strategies with business objectives.
- Participate in cross-functional teams to evaluate and integrate new technologies, expanding and upgrading infrastructure as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3 years of hands-on experience in network engineering or a similar role.
- Professional certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) are strongly preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), switching technologies (VLANs, STP), and firewall configurations.
- Familiarity with SCADA devices, FortiGate firewalls, and Teltonika modems is highly desirable.
- Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, PRTG) and logging systems (SIEM solutions).
- Familiarity with cloud networking environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus.
- Strong troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve network issues in both on-premise and client-site environments.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including clients.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and meet deadlines.
- Team player with a collaborative mindset and a customer-focused approach.
- Willingness to travel to US-based client sites as necessary.
- Ability to participate in an on-call rotation when required.
- Do the Right Thing
- Act Like an Owner
- Hustle
- Demand Results
- Go Together
- Evolve or Disappear
About Scale Microgrids
Scale is redefining resilience, with advanced microgrids that go beyond traditional backup power solutions to give businesses the power to adapt and thrive amid all of today’s growing energy challenges. As a vertically-integrated provider of turnkey advanced microgrid systems, Scale combines project design, engineering, and execution expertise with microgrid-as-a-service financing to offer our customers systems that are optimized to deliver maximum value from day one while ensuring ultra-reliable operations and fast time-to-power.
Scale is backed by EQT, a firm with ~$250B in assets, bringing a depth of experience, resources, and capital that will enable Scale to continue pursuing our vision of powering the world with distributed energy. The investment enables Scale to own and operate billions of dollars in distributed generation assets. To learn more about Scale Microgrids, please visit https://www.scalemicrogrids.com .
About EQT
EQT is a leading purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management, divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. To learn more about EQT, please visit https://eqtgroup.com .
Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.