Manager, O&M

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area:

Operations & Maintenance

Remuneration:
Exempt

Manager, O&M Region West is responsible for the safe, reliable and compliant operation and maintenance (O&M) of renewable energy generation project/s.

They supervise plant personnel and manage the daily administration, operation, planned and corrective maintenance, and event response for assigned assets. They ensure all operations and maintenance activities comply with industry best practices, company and owner procedures, and all pertinent state and federal laws, including NERC compliance when applicable.

• Oversee production and ensure plants operate within design parameters in a reliable, safe and efficient manner
• Ensure facility processes and procedures are adhered to and remain compliant with all rules, regulations and laws
• Monitor production to meet performance expectations
• Coordinate and resolve operational abnormalities
• Ensure timely maintenance and repair of plant components and resolve occurring problems
• Perform preventive/predictive maintenance to ensure long‑term profitability, plant reliability and risk minimization
• Work with cross‑functional groups to prepare plant operating budgets, monitor and control costs within approved budget; procure equipment replacement and maintenance/repair contractors and approve purchase orders within established approval level
• Ensure plant staff has completed required and recommended safety and functional training
• Foster a collaborative team environment across RWEA – projects ensuring optimal safety, operations, maintenance, and performance
• Technical Support
  • Perform operational analysis as required to support Asset Management and Project Development functions
  • Review daily, weekly, monthly, and annual operational reports
• Technical Expertise
  • Stay abreast of regulations, codes and standards as they relate to the industry
  • Develop relationships with suppliers that result in beneficial synergies
• General
  • Act as local company and owner liaison, develop long‑range plans and work with local civic groups as required
  • Attend meetings on behalf of company and host facility visits as required

• A 2‑year or 4‑year college degree in Business or technical hard science (Engineering, Physics, Power, or closely similar) from an accredited US school other than correspondence or internet is preferred
• A current journeyman or master electrician license may substitute for 2 years of experience
• NABCEP Certification or Electrical License preferred
• Minimum 5 years of work experience in operations and/or maintenance of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems, including at least 2 years in the renewables industry managing plants
• Minimum 2 years in a lead or supervisor position
• Minimum 2 years managing facilities and personnel
• Complete understanding of substation equipment, functions and maintenance requirements
• Complete understanding of NERC as it applies to a power plant, substation, PRCs, MODs, CIPs, etc.
• Complete understanding of plant operations, environmental rules, SPCC, emergency plans, etc.
• Knowledge of industry standards, OSHA regulations and environmental regulations
• Knowledge of energy markets and market procedures
• Experience interacting with regulatory agencies, CAISO, CPUC, PG&E, etc.
• Experience in working with California employment labor laws and regulations
• Experience managing, troubleshooting, and working with SCADA/DAS/CMMS systems
• Strong people leadership experience
• Experience managing through change
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to safety processes and procedures
• An unrestricted driver’s license in good standing required
• Understanding of solar and battery energy plant equipment and principles of operation and maintenance requirements
• Able to guide the operations site teams to maintain focus toward accomplishing objectives
• Must motivate site teams to complete assignments in an efficient and effective manner
• Able to operate in a cross‑functional environment
• Skilled in human relations, conflict resolution and facilitation in a team environment
• Knowledge of power electronics and circuitry
• Knowledge of power…