Operational Technology Engineer I - Trimark Associates, Inc.

The Opportunity

Trimark is a leading innovator in utility-scale solutions to help electric power resources optimize control, connect to the grid, maximize revenue, and meter energy transactions.  We specialize in state-of-the-art SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems and software platforms. Our cutting-edge technologies empower the renewable industry to monitor, control, and optimize complex processes with precision and efficiency. As we continue to expand our team, we are seeking a talented Operational Technology engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to the internal support of our teams.

The Team

You will report to our OT Engineering Manager and support our distributed Trimark Community across the US.  You will collaborate closely across the organization with our technology, operations, and executive teams.

The Environment

This role is Office-Based in our Folsom, CA Corporate Headquarters, or El Dorado Hills Production facility. You will work in a controlled office environment. You may be required to sit for extended periods of time using a keyboard and monitor display, lift up to 20lbs, and push/pull up to 50lbs, and minimal travel to and from our production facility in El Dorado Hills, CA may be required.

Growth and Development

Trimark's pursuit to being the leading provider of SCADA software and controls engineering solutions in the Electrical Utility market has attracted top talents and minds within the field who bring forth innovative and creative ideas, products, and services.  We actively foster ingenuity and professional growth through continuous training and new system developments.  You will be working with individuals who have years developing and delivering premier technical solutions, with the opportunity to learn and grow both vertically, and throughout our organization.

You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the transition to a sustainable future and work with a team that values innovation, diversity, and collaboration.

Your Key Contributions

• Assist in design, configuration, installation and commissioning of a SCADA Network stack for a utility scale power generation facility.
  • Assist in the deployment and documentation of Servers and Virtualization Clusters such as Dell Hyper-V platforms, Nutanix VM Clusters, Dell Power Edge Servers and OnLogic Karbon Servers. These will be used to run the SCADA software, HMI and Historian (Database) for the critical SCADA infrastructure.
  • Assist in the deployment and documentation of SCADA network devices, such as Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet, Arista or Moxa to allow communication between critical devices in the SCADA network to allow for controls and monitoring of the remote facility.
• Assist with creation of standard documentation through templates of Master Network Details which includes - Subnets, VLANs, Port settings, Client Protocol Devices, etc.
• Aid in troubleshooting issues and implement fixes on operational sites, such as troubleshooting comms issues between fiber runs, ethernet runs and other devices in the SCADA network.

Traits for Success

Required Qualifications

• BS in relevant Engineering discipline with one years' work experience; OR equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability.
• Hands-on experience in managing, deploying and configuring Windows OS and Linux devices. Including simply building your own computer.
• Hands-on experience in implementing communication networks of any kind.
• Basic exposure and understanding of networking concepts.

Desired Qualifications

• Rudimentary experience with any CLI, such as Windows PowerShell, Linux CLI, SSH access to Networking devices (Cisco, Arista, Palo Alto etc.)
• Understanding of Docker containers.
• Certification with Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, CompTIA+ or any other IT/OT related certification.
• Hands-on experience in managing, deploying or configuring Windows Server or Linux OS's on Dell Hyper-V or Nutanix hardware.
• Hands-on experience in implementing communication networks for critical infrastructure including multi-layer network architecture. Hands-on experience for at least one year with Cisco IOS CLI.
• Experience with implementing industry standard cyber security requirements: DMZ, jump/ proxy servers, firewall rules, etc.
• Ability to run packet captures and understand packet level details.
• Experience in network engineering including Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing, firewalls and site to site VPNs, and Client Access VPNs.
• Strong experience with cross-platform CLI commands, specifically when pertaining to Linux, Windows PowerShell, Cisco and Palo Alto Firewalls, and a multitude of L3 switching OS's.

We're not perfect (no one is!)  If your skillset is a bit different than what we've identified but you share our passion for renewable energy and believe you can make a valuable contribution to the role we'd love to learn more about you!

Getting to Know Us

Trimark understands that career transitions can be both exciting and overwhelming.  We practice a comprehensive approach to introducing candidates to our Trimark team to ensure that you can be confident in your decision to join us in our mission to green the grid.  Here's what you can expect during our introductory process:

1. Email notification whether or not you are selected to join our talent pool for the role.
2. Introductory phone call with one of our people professionals to discuss your career goals and the opportunity.
3. Virtual meeting with our leadership team for you to share your background and unique qualifications.
4. Onsite meeting with the workgroup to get a feel for how the team collaborates and participate in an applied skill assessment.
5. Virtual chat with our executive leadership to learn more about Trimark and how this role supports our success.
6. Showcase your professional achievements through the lens of your former leaders and peers. 

Trimark

Trimark is an industry leader in the movement towards a greener grid and a cleaner future.  We enable a carbon-free electric power system by securely delivering control, metering, communication and revenue/performance optimization solutions for independent power producers and utilities.

Our products and services are at the forefront of generating dispatchable power from renewable plants by combining the intermittent renewable resource with energy storage. Our team designs systems from concept to commissioning, including system and network architecture, software development, component assembly, technology configuration, installation, testing, certification, ongoing support, and maintenance.

Our Community

We are passionate about creating a sustainable future through advanced technology and innovative ideas.  Our teams are collaborative, dedicated, and approach each challenge with curiosity and a sense of humor.

INTEGRITY • INTELLECTUAL CURIOUSITY • TRANSPARENCY

INNOVATION, COMPETENCE, & ONTIME DELIVERY

MAINTAINING WORK LIFE SYNERGY • EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION

Employee Support & Benefits

• Work-Life Synergy
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Long Term Disability
• Short Term Disability
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Student Loan Assistance
• 529 Saving Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Open Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Lunch & Learn Sessions
• Onsite Gym & Snacks
• Employee Events

Legal Notes

Equal Opportunity Statement

Trimark is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and coworkers.

E-Verify Statement

Trimark will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.

Work Authorization

This role is Not Eligible for sponsorship by Trimark, including future sponsorship.  Candidates must reside in the United States.

Pay Transparency

This announcement is open to Level I job levels.  The base pay range for this position is $95,800-$108,300/year, with starting salary typically in the low to mid-range for the job level.  This is an overtime exempt position.  Compensation is based on market rate, job level, job related knowledge, skills, experience, education, and certifications.  This is a Full Time opportunity.

Candidate Safety

Trimark engages in structured hiring process during which you will meet with multiple team members.  We do not issue offers based on email contact and will not ask for your personal or sensitive information prior to an accepted offer.  Communications from our talent team will come from the trimarkassoc.com or greenhouse.io domains. 

Unsolicited Candidate Referrals

Trimark values our strategic partnerships with our agency partners who may supplement our internal recruitment team's efforts from time to time.  To submit candidates for consideration, agency partners must have an executed agreement signed by Trimark's president and a job specific requisition.  Without such agreements in place, Trimark will not pay a fee to any agency.  Unsolicited referrals from any source other than directly from a candidate will be considered Trimark property and will be considered to have been referred by the agency free of any charge or fee.  This includes resumes, partial resumes, candidate profiles, and candidate details or information.