Job Description
Description & Requirements
AESC is looking to add an IT Infrastructure & Network Engineer to our team in Florence, SC.
About AESC US LLC
AESC is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance batteries for zero-emission electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Founded in Japan in 2007 and headquartered in Yokohama, AESC has been building manufacturing capabilities around the world in the U.S., U.K., Europe, Japan and China to serve key markets and leading customers locally for over 14 years. Today, AESC has become the partner of choice for the world’s leading OEMs and energy storage providers in North America, Europe, and Asia. Its advanced technology powers over one million electric vehicles and provides more than 15GWh of installed capacity for battery energy systems in over 60 countries.
AESC is expanding its footprint in the United States with gigafactories in Kentucky, South Carolina, and Tennessee to meet the growing demand for EV and BESS batteries and strengthen its presence in the North American market. AESC's Tennessee gigafactory in Smyrna, which has been operational and supplying electric vehicle batteries for the Nissan LEAF since 2012, was retooled in 2025 and now produces batteries for Energy Storage Systems. The South Carolina gigafactory in Florence will supply next generation cells for BMW starting in 2026. The Kentucky gigafactory in Bowling Green will supply high-performance batteries and components for other OEMs. AESC is committed to our local communities where it is making its investments, creating jobs, and supporting local charities.
About The Role
As an IT Infrastructure & Network Engineer, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the network infrastructure across AESC’s manufacturing and office environments. This includes overseeing the construction phase of network installation, managing vendors, and ensuring network security and performance for both Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) systems. You will collaborate cross-functionally with IT members, business units, and contractors to ensure the proper setup and maintenance of all network components, while driving continuous improvements to network performance and security.
This role is essential in ensuring the seamless operation of network infrastructure within AESC’s high-tech manufacturing facilities, supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term network success.
What You Will Do
- Assist with the implement both manufacturing and office networks, ensuring functionality, performance, security, and scalability of the network infrastructure.
- Coordinate with vendors and contractors during the construction phase toversee the installation of physical network components, including ethernet/fiber cabling, MDFs/IDFs, building DMARC for ISP access, and exterior data vaults for building-to-building connectivity.
- Maintain network security between manufacturing and office environments to ensure proper segmentation, protection and cybersecurity policies.
- Assist with the installation and maintenance of the plant CCTV and access control systems.
- Once the construction phase is complete, the role will transition to managing the ongoing maintenance, improvements, and support of the site infrastructure, including OT and IT neto works.
- Monitor network performance and recommend improvements to ensure maximum efficiency and security.
- Support and monitor network devices within the manufacturing information & control systems to ensure uptime and performance.
- Maintain proper change control on the network to reduce risk of downtime or security issues.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with IT and business units to support ongoing system needs and foster continuous improvements.
- Assist the site IT team in troubleshooting, problem resolution, and network performance enhancements.
- Ensure network updates, performance monitoring, and security measures are consistently applied to maintain network integrity.
- Complete other duties as assigned
Qualifications
What You Need
- 5+ years of experience in network infrastructure design, implementation, configuration, and support.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, technical training, or a combination of equivalent education/experience.
- Strong knowledge of Cisco networking hardware, with fluency in both GUI and command-line management.
- Comprehensive experience with multiple physical media types, including ethernet and fiber.
- In-depth knowledge of wireless networks, preferably with Cisco Meraki.
- Superior troubleshooting and problem resolution skills, with a proven ability to solve complex network issues.
- Strong professional integrity and ability to demonstrate diplomacy in interactions with diverse groups, including executives, managers, and subject matter experts.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team.
- Familiarity with IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards (Training will be provided if needed).
- Familiarity with ISO14001 environmental standards (Training will be provided if needed).
What is “Nice to Have”?
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification strongly preferred.
- Experience with OSPF and BGP routing protocols.
- Experience with PLCs / HMIs as part of an industrial network.
- Experience with Windows Server administration / Active Directory.
- SD-WAN background preferred.
- Experience in supporting large-scale manufacturing network environments, with a focus on both OT and IT networks.
Travel
Occasional domestic and international travel required.
What We Offer
Welcome to AESC, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission.
We Offer
- Comprehensive compensation packages including a competitive salary and a rewarding bonus program.
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
- Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401K with company match
- Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
- Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
- Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
- Tuition reimbursement
Application Process
Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your application allows us to learn more about you and find potential fits within our team. We strive to respond to all applicants promptly, though times may vary with submission volume. If you don't receive an immediate response, it doesn't reflect on your candidacy; we'll keep your application for future opportunities. Thank you for your patience and enthusiasm as we improve our application process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
- Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.
- Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.
Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.
Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.
