Job Description

GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems.

We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn-key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.

GTI Values: Safety I Quality I Customer Obsession I Speed I Agility

Position Summary

The Network & Infrastructure Manager is responsible for leading GTI's Infrastructure organization and delivering reliable, scalable, and modern technology services across all facilities. This role oversees enterprise networking, servers, cloud platforms, Microsoft 365, Azure, operational technology, and end-user infrastructure while managing the Infrastructure team responsible for day-to-day operations.

The position serves as the operational owner of GTI's infrastructure environment, leading major infrastructure projects including new facility deployments, network implementations, Microsoft platform initiatives, infrastructure modernization, and enterprise technology upgrades. Working closely with ERP, Digital Transformation & Modernization, Enterprise Data & Analytics, Cybersecurity, Operations, Engineering, and Facilities, this role provides the technology foundation that enables GTI's Enterprise Information Technology Ecosystem.

Strategic Responsibilities

Infrastructure Operations

• Own day-to-day enterprise infrastructure operations across all GTI locations.
• Provide operational ownership of Windows Server, VMware, Azure, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Active Directory, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, Intune, storage, backup, disaster recovery, and endpoint management.
• Ensure platform availability, resiliency, scalability, and operational excellence.

Enterprise Networking

• Own enterprise LAN/WAN, wireless, VPN, routing, switching, firewall operations, internet connectivity, and plant networking.
• Lead network architecture, lifecycle planning, and infrastructure modernization.

Infrastructure Project & Program Management

• Lead infrastructure projects from planning through implementation and operational handoff.
• Manage new facility network implementations, office and plant expansions, infrastructure refreshes, Microsoft 365 initiatives, Azure migrations, telecommunications projects, and business system infrastructure deployments.
• Develop project plans, budgets, schedules, risk registers, and executive status reporting.

Operational Technology

• Oversee plant technology infrastructure including MDF/IDF rooms, fiber, rack infrastructure, wireless, cameras, badge systems, UPS, and facility technology.
• Partner with Facilities, Manufacturing, and Engineering on expansion projects.

Vendor & Service Management

• Manage MSPs, ISPs, infrastructure vendors, and implementation partners.
• Develop infrastructure standards, documentation, lifecycle plans, and operational KPIs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with the Cybersecurity Manager on secure infrastructure standards and remediation.
• Provide infrastructure services supporting ERP, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Data & Analytics, and business applications.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Manage Systems Administrators, Network Engineers, Infrastructure Specialists, and future infrastructure staff.
• Provide leadership for the Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Teams, Intune, Active Directory, VMware, Windows Server, storage, and backup platforms through the Infrastructure team.
• Assign priorities, manage workload, conduct performance reviews, mentor staff, and support career development.
• Establish operational standards, governance, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support budgeting, capacity planning, technology lifecycle management, and resource planning.

Qualifications

Required

• 7–15+ years of enterprise infrastructure, networking, cloud, or IT operations leadership.
• Strong Microsoft 365, Azure, VMware, Windows Server, networking, storage, backup, and disaster recovery experience.
• Experience managing technical teams and large infrastructure projects.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing or operational environments.

Preferred

• Experience supporting ERP infrastructure and enterprise business systems.
• Operational technology (OT) and plant infrastructure experience.
• PMP or equivalent project management experience.
• Experience leading enterprise modernization initiatives.

Perks & Benefits

GTI offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership
• Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.

GTI promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all employees and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.

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