Power Generation Operations Director; Dona Ana County, Mexico

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Power Generation Operations Director to lead and oversee both primary and secondary generation systems at our U.S. data center sites. The director will develop and execute MOPs to ensure continuous protection of compute load, especially during load transfers and ramp‑rate transitions. The role partners with operations training teams to build, implement, and continuously improve repair and maintenance programs.

Responsibilities also include managing on‑site power plant agreements and directly recruiting and managing teams to operate power equipment, aiming for 100% equipment availability.

• Lead, supervise, and develop teams responsible for the operation and maintenance of primary and secondary power generation assets.
• Develop, document, and maintain comprehensive MOPs to guarantee compute load protection during generation transitions, including detailed ramp‑rate controls.
• Collaborate with operations training teams to create and deliver effective repair and maintenance training programs for all production staff.
• Oversee the negotiation, execution, and ongoing management of power plant agreements for on‑site generation, ensuring alignment with operational requirements and uptime targets.
• Recruit, hire and lead specialized teams to operate on‑site power generation equipment, maintaining 100% system availability.
• Establish, monitor and report on performance metrics related to power system reliability, efficiency, and responsiveness to critical incidents.
• Champion safety, compliance and continuous improvement, ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements and corporate standards.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for high‑severity power incidents, coordinating rapid and effective resolution.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of industry best practices, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes affecting power system operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in power generation operations, with 5+ years in a leadership or director‑level capacity.
• Deep knowledge of primary and secondary on‑site power generation technologies and their integration into mission‑critical facilities.
• Proven expertise in developing MOPs to manage compute load protection and ramp‑rate adherence.
• Strong background in building effective training, repair and preventive maintenance programs.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating and managing complex power plant or energy‑related agreements.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Experience in data center, mission‑critical facilities or utility environments is highly desirable.

• Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification.
• Experience with regulatory compliance such as NERC, FERC, OSHA, EPA for power operations.
• Prior exposure to high‑availability operational environments (data centers, hospitals, financial institutions).
• Proficiency with CMMS, SCADA, and/or other control and monitoring systems.
• This position is located in Dona Ana County, New Mexico.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion.
• Short‑term disability and long‑term disability.
• Life insurance and AD&D.
• Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child).
• Health care and dependent‑care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Pre‑tax commuter and parking benefits.
• 401(k) savings and investment plan with company match.
• Paid time off:
  Flexible vacation for salaried employees; accrued vacation for others; 11 paid holidays; paid sick leave (72 hours at hire, refreshes yearly, capped at 112 hours); paid parental leave; adoption assistance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan; financial planning and group legal.
• Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance.

US:
Hiring range USD $120,100 – $251,600 per year. Eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Certain U.S. based or U.S. customer or client‑facing roles may require compliance with applicable requirements such as immunization/occupational health mandates, and/or drug testing requirements.

Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.