Manager, O&M

RWE•Woodsboro, TX

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, O&M is responsible for the safe, reliable, and compliant operation and maintenance of renewable energy generation projects. The role supervises plant personnel and manages daily administration, operations, planned and corrective maintenance, and event response for assigned assets. The manager ensures O&M activities follow industry and safety best practices, company and owner procedures and guidelines, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations, including NERC compliance when applicable. This position oversees plant production, operating procedures, maintenance, budgets, costs, procurement, staff training, and performance. It provides technical analysis and reporting support to Asset Management and Project Development, maintains current knowledge of relevant regulations and standards, and develops supplier relationships. The manager also serves as a local company and owner liaison, develops long-range plans, engages with local civic groups as required, and attends meetings and hosts facility visits. The role is office-based, with travel and visits to other RWE Americas offices and field locations. The position may require work on weekends and off shifts as needed, travel between job sites, and work in varying climates. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

At least 5 years of work experience in operations and/or maintenance of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems, including at least 2 years managing plants in the renewables industry.
At least 2 years in a lead or supervisor position.
At least 2 years managing facilities and personnel.
A current journeyman or master electrician license may substitute for 2 years of experience.
Complete understanding of substation equipment, functions, and maintenance requirements.
Complete understanding of NERC as it applies to a power plant, substations, PRCs, MODs, and CIPs.
Complete understanding of plant operations, environmental rules, SPCC, and emergency plans.
Knowledge of industry standards, OSHA regulations, and environmental regulations.
Knowledge of energy markets and market procedures.
Experience interacting with regulatory agencies and entities such as CAISO, CPUC, and PG&E.
Experience working with California employment labor laws and regulations.
Experience managing and troubleshooting SCADA, DAS, and CMMS systems.
Strong people leadership experience and experience managing through change.
Demonstrated ability to adhere to safety processes and procedures.
Unrestricted driver's license in good standing.
Understanding of solar and battery energy plant equipment, principles of operation, and maintenance requirements.
Ability to guide operations site teams toward objectives and motivate teams to complete assignments efficiently and effectively.
Ability to work in a cross-functional environment; skill in human relations, conflict resolution, and team facilitation.
Knowledge of power electronics, circuitry, power generation technologies, and equipment.
Willingness to work weekends and off shifts as required and ability to work within tight deadlines and evolving schedules.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage customer relationships.
Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Teams.
Strong leadership and communication skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Strong organization and coordination skills, with ability to manage multiple tasks and deliverables.
Ability to multitask while working independently and as part of a team.
Motivated self-starter with goal orientation and strong problem-solving abilities.
Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Coachable, responsive to direction, and open to challenge and development.
Detail-oriented, with strong business acumen and sound understanding of business concepts.
Ability to sit, walk, or stand for long durations.
Ability and willingness to travel to assigned job sites, including supporting other sites, and work in varying climates.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; the employer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.

Nice To Haves

A 2-year or 4-year college degree in Business or a technical hard science such as Engineering, Physics, or Power from an accredited US school other than correspondence or internet is preferred.
NABCEP certification or an electrical license is preferred.
Experience using maintenance management platforms such as SAP, COMBAT, Tableau, or KPA Flex.

Responsibilities

Oversee production and ensure plants operate reliably, safely, efficiently, and within design parameters.
Ensure facility processes and procedures comply with applicable rules, regulations, and laws.
Monitor production against performance expectations and coordinate resolution of operational abnormalities.
Ensure timely maintenance and repair of plant components and resolve problems that arise.
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to support long-term profitability, plant reliability, and risk minimization.
Work with cross-functional groups to prepare operating budgets, monitor and control costs, procure replacement equipment and maintenance or repair contractors, and approve purchase orders within established authority.
Ensure plant staff complete required and recommended safety and functional training.
Foster collaboration across projects to support safety, operations, maintenance, and performance.
Perform operational analysis to support Asset Management and Project Development.
Review daily, weekly, monthly, and annual operational reports.
Stay current on industry regulations, codes, and standards and develop beneficial relationships with suppliers.
Act as a local company and owner liaison, develop long-range plans, and work with local civic groups as required.
Attend meetings on behalf of the company and host facility visits as required.