Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Manager

Gemma Power Systems - Belle Chasse, LA

Full-time - Mid Level

Belle Chasse, LA

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Manager at Gemma Power Systems is responsible for acting as the primary interface with OEMs for power plant equipment suppliers. This role ensures that the OEM meets the technical and schedule requirements outlined in the contract documents, overseeing the design, installation, and coordination of OEM equipment throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Review design interface of all Power Island Equipment with Engineer of Record (EOR) while tracking delivery of all OEM equipment.
• Resolve contradictions between design documents and OEM equipment scope or capabilities.
• Manage installation of all OEM equipment, design changes, and field installation issues.
• Manage OEM design team and report RFI's and EOR design interface issues.
• Interface with the Balance of Plant Equipment with EOR and OEM Project Engineer.
• Manage OEM vendor provided site team, including writing Authorized Work Orders.
• Conduct site walk-downs with field engineers and field superintendents.
• Monitor status of documents issued by the OEM and manage expediting process for late submittals and re-submittals of OEM technical documents.
• Manage list of outstanding action items between the OEM, Gemma Power Systems, and the Owner.
• Provide status updates for monthly progress reports and attend monthly project review meetings.
• Schedule and chair teleconferences between the OEM and corresponding engineering interface groups.
• Direct project field engineers in coordinating on-site field activities regarding OEM supplied equipment.
• Attend selected Customer Witness Points at the OEM manufacturing facilities for quality control inspections and equipment tests to assure product meets design scope, and file trip report outlining activities witnessed.
• Coordinate witness off-loading of major OEM equipment at intermediate off-loading points during delivery and aid in transport of equipment.
• Provide contractual and technical assistance for the Project Manager, Project Engineering Manager, Procurement Manager, Construction Manager, and Start-up Manager in fulfilling project goals.

Requirements

• 4-year degree in Business or Engineering, strong technical background is desired.
• 3+ years of related experience as OEM Engineer, Site Field Engineer, Project Engineer, or Project Engineering Manager.
• Must have strong conflict resolution, problem solving, organization, and communication skills.
• Power generation or related experience is a must.

Benefits

• Advancement and Growth Opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Nationwide Health and Welfare Benefits
• Company Sponsored Events
• Financial Planning and Savings Resources
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Work Life Balance