Senior Project Asset Manager

Mainspring Energy•Menlo Park, CA

11d•$109,000 - $128,000•Onsite

About The Position

A key enabler of Mainspring’s mission is the ability of its team to deliver solutions based on our linear generator technology that solve customer problems in the cross-section of resiliency and clean power generation. This includes site due diligence, design engineering, permitting, construction operations, and commissioning.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in project management or site operations, specifically within power generation, distributed energy resources, or utility-scale facilities
Demonstrated expertise in Power Generators operation and maintenance or similar systems, with experience across pre- and post-COD phases
Strong background in preventative maintenance planning and hands-on experience in diagnostics and troubleshooting electrical systems, communication systems, instrumentation, and relay control systems
Proficiency in project and asset management software and ability to use digital tools for inspection scheduling, documentation, and reporting
Knowledge of electrical testing protocols (e.g., Megger testing, torque inspections) and safety compliance standards, with experience coordinating testing and calibration of transformers, relays and process instrumentation
Excellent organizational and communication skills, able to coordinate complex workflows, communicate effectively with contractors and team members, and document key project activities
Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing site challenges and risks
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, or a related field preferred; additional certifications in O&M, NETA, or relevant industry standards a plus
Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and ensure safe, effective LGen and Balance of Plant management in a dynamic, high-output environment

Responsibilities

Be responsible for overseeing the inspection, maintenance, reliability, and functional operation of the Balance of Plant systems for power generation facilities. This role ensures that the BoP systems such as fuel delivery, power distribution and communication networks are optimally maintained, compliant with safety and regulatory standards, and capable of supporting reliable power generation
Identify, manage and coordinate contractors for operational activities, including quality inspections, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, etc
Develop and enforce quality acceptance criteria, ensuring compliance with engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) guidelines
Identify site equipment, materials, and consumable, to stock and ensure that the sites have minimal downtime for repairs / preventative maintenance
Facilitate coordination with Field Operations and Service teams to support troubleshooting and operational issues on sites
Work with contractors and manage warranty claims and on site corrective work
Manage retrofit projects by bidding, contracting and overseeing multiple projects simultaneously
Develop and implement regular preventive maintenance plans and inspections, including corrosion assessments, grounding tests, transformer inspections, and gas fuel systems, electrical protection, calibrations, including transformer maintenance, electrical testing, metering checks, and protection relay functional testing
Maintain site records and databases to document inspection results, maintenance schedules, and all operational changes or updates
Collaborate with external contractors, site owners, and internal teams to resolve site-specific issues, manage unforeseen outages, and ensure consistent operational quality
Coordinate with other teams to ensure the necessary documentation is in place to naturally transitions projects to operational assets