Light Industrial Gas Turbines Manager

NAES•The Woodlands, TX

9d•$152,200 - $198,000•Remote

About The Position

The Light Industrial Gas Turbines Manager oversees operations, maintenance, and development projects for the light industrial gas turbine fleet within the Engineered Performance Strategic Business Unit. The role provides strategic leadership for reliability, program management, vendor relationships, and commissioning, and ensures facilities comply with safety, environmental, and industry standards. The manager leads engineers, technicians, and project management staff. This position may be performed remotely and requires business-related travel of up to 15%. Normal working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; extended hours may be required. Onsite work takes place at industrial facilities and may involve protective clothing and equipment, industrial hazards, high noise levels, and new construction. Physical mobility across stairways, ladders, grating, and uneven terrain is essential, as is the ability to see, hear, read, and react to warning signs, lights, and alarms. NAES provides required protective equipment based on its safety policy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy management, or a related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, or equivalent.
At least 10 years of experience in power generation, including five years in a senior leadership role.
Experience managing large-scale or global power generation facilities, projects, manufacturing, and/or MRO operations.
Experience with Solar Gas Turbines, including Centaur, Taurus, and Titan turbines, and associated generators.
Experience with budget management and financial planning in a complex operational environment.
Knowledge of asset management software and tools used in project and maintenance planning.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with a diverse team and across functions.
Strong understanding of safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements in the power generation industry.
Ability to travel up to 15%.
Ability to safely work at industrial sites and meet the stated physical mobility and sensory requirements.
Adherence to NAES safety rules, procedures, warnings, and posted safety signs.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering, energy management, or a related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement the strategy for light industrial gas turbine operations, including long-term planning for capacity, reliability, repairability, technology, and infrastructure investments.
Drive continuous improvement to enhance the efficiency and reliability of program assets.
Oversee day-to-day greenfield and existing technology-specific projects to support optimal performance and energy production.
Manage maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities for light industrial gas turbine equipment to minimize downtime and extend asset life.
Ensure compliance with relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
Develop and manage the annual fleet-program budget, allocate resources cost-effectively, and support timely equipment deliveries at supply partner facilities.
Lead, mentor, and develop engineers, technicians, and project management staff.
Promote a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with other departments and SBUs, including finance, energy services, engineering, asset solutions, and advisory services.
Serve as the primary contact for light industrial gas turbine programs with external stakeholders, including regulators, suppliers, and key customers.
Identify operational risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Ensure emergency contingency plans are in place and regularly updated.
Monitor technology and trends in industrial power, power generation, and MRO, and drive adoption of innovations that improve efficiency and reliability.