Principal Infrastructure & Network Engineer (Tempe, AZ, US)

Principal Infrastructure & Network Engineer Location: Tempe, AZ, US Date: Mar 30, 2026 Requisition ID: 19883 Join us in building a better future for Arizona! SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona. Why Work at SRP At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power. SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits: Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee) 401(k) plan with employer matching Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave) Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility) Short and long-term disability plans Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking Summary We are seeking a visionary and technically accomplished Principal Infrastructure & Network Engineer to lead the evolution of SRP’s Operational Technology (OT) network infrastructure supporting our power generation fleet. This role is pivotal in shaping the secure, resilient, and scalable network foundations that underpin critical control systems across diverse generation technologies. As a leader within the Generation Infrastructure, Security, & Compliance (GISC) team, you will serve as the architect of next‑generation OT network solutions, driving strategic initiatives that align with SRP’s mission of delivering reliable and sustainable energy. You will act as a bridge between Engineering, Operational Technology, and Information Technology (IT), bringing deep technical insight, architectural foresight, and a collaborative mindset to complex challenges. This role demands a unique blend of technical mastery, leadership, and strategic influence. You will guide the design and implementation of secure network architectures, mentor engineering teams, and partner with cybersecurity, compliance, and operations stakeholders to ensure our infrastructure meets the highest standards of performance and protection. If you are passionate about building secure, future‑ready OT networks and thrive in environments where innovation, reliability, and cross‑functional leadership intersect—this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on the energy systems of tomorrow. What You’ll Do Perform as a leader/engineer on projects and programs that are large or have many complex features. Prepare specifications, evaluate bids, and prepare recommendation materials for management consideration when evaluating large or complex procurements. Act as a staff consultant and/or advisor in a technical specialty. Perform design, configuration, analysis, and studies in an area of technical specialty requiring a significant knowledge of related fields. Provide technical discipline leadership when administering and reviewing work performed by consultants and others. Prepare and/or conduct written and oral reports and presentations. Serve on industry committees and task forces as a representative of SRP when required or requested. Perform an active leadership role in promoting safety within the department. Actively develop and train others on technical, project management, and/or best practices. Identify or create development opportunities. Establish and apply policies, procedures, and standards to deliver secure, reliable and efficient solutions. Work collaboratively with all stakeholders in the best interest of SRP. Represent SRP in legal and regulatory matters or proceedings of technical nature when required. Demonstrate substantive thought leadership to further new ideas, products, services, and/or business processes to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and/or customer satisfaction. Demonstrate substantive leadership in organizational change management to foster the success of new business products, services, and/or business processes. Support the full lifecycle of network equipment and systems. Support root cause analysis work resulting in recommended corrective actions for management consideration. Education A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred. Experience Minimum 10 years of relevant experience is required. In lieu of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 14 years may be considered. Additional Requirements and Qualifications Guide others in resolving complex issues in own specialized area and solve complex problems with implications on cross‑functional business processes and outcomes. Serve as an advisor and apply knowledge of strategies that can be deployed within own function and discipline. Apply working knowledge of the theories and concepts in other disciplines. May lead teams or projects with broad visibility. Hybrid Workplace SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona. Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement To promote the safety and well‑being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre‑employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law. Work Authorization All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment‑related visa's. Nearest Major Market: Phoenix #J-18808-Ljbffr Salt River Project