Senior Operational Technology Communications & Cybersecurity Engineer

Job overview

The Senior Operational Technology Communications & Cybersecurity Engineer role is hybrid, with Texas preferred and remote candidates considered; the listing also identifies Rocklin, CA, as headquarters. Compensation is $138,000–$158,000 per year. SMA America develops solar inverter technology and solutions for photovoltaic power plants. The engineer designs, integrates, and supports communications and control systems for utility-scale renewable energy assets, including solar, battery storage, and hybrid plants. The role secures connectivity among sites, utilities, and cloud platforms while supporting operational reliability and regulatory compliance.

What you'll do

• Integrate site controllers, inverters, and auxiliary equipment
• design M2M communications and OT networks
• configure firewalls, routers, switches, VLANs, and fiber networks
• manage secure interfaces with utilities and cloud platforms
• validate telemetry and control protocols
• implement cybersecurity architectures
• support NERC CIP compliance
• enable inverter monitoring and diagnostics
• collaborate on troubleshooting and performance optimization
• maintain auditable communication records.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

austin tx

sma america

hybrid

remote candidates considered

utility-scale renewable energy

solar pv

battery storage

ot networks

cybersecurity

nerc cip

m2m communications

$138,000–$158,000/year

periodic travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, professional development, industry engagement, and relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

Why this role

Remote candidates considered; Texas preferred, with Rocklin, CA headquarters also listed. Periodic domestic travel is required and international travel may be required.

About the employer

SMA America is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.