RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Operations & Maintenance
Remuneration: Exempt

Reporting to the Regional Vice President, the Senior O&M Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations of assigned renewable energy assets. This role combines leadership and  operational management that will oversee multi-disciplinary teams promoting a safety-first and engaging culture, delivering continuously improving results, implementing best practices and driving improvement initiatives.

Role Responsibilities:

• Ensure the highest level of health and safety practices on all facilities under his/her jurisdiction
• Supervise & manage a decentralized team of individuals supporting operation and maintenance activities of renewable energy facilities to assure safety, minimize budget variances, and maximize availability
• Develop and implement strategic and tactical plans by studying market conditions and internal operational needs, identifying technological and cost reduction opportunities; presents assumptions and recommends objectives and execution of strategies necessary to achieve agreed-upon performance targets to the Vice President, Operations
• In conjunction with the VP, O&M Region West, develop the region’s annual business plan, mid-term plan (MTP) and three years’ forward plan, including the financial, budget and FTE requirements to achieve the plan and for delivery of results against the plan
• Manage, guide and support work instruction development, technician training, safety and skill development, quality management and quality control processes, resource deployment and service delivery plans, including goals, strategies and performance measures for all aspects of the regional performance delivery; successfully implements corresponding operational plans, capital plans and other supporting initiatives within approved budgets
• Coordinate planning and execution efforts with all stakeholder Departments by establishing strong, collaborative relationships with support departments that provide essential skills, knowledge and resources necessary to effectively and profitably deliver cost savings and achieve goals, such as Asset Management, HSSE, Procurement, Compliance and the Remote Operations Center
• Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards and performance metrics across all lines of business
• Assist direct reports in providing coaching and guidance to their teams
• Interface with landowners, local and state authorities and the general public, where required

Job Requirements and Experiences:

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Science, or related field preferred
• Minimum 12 years’ overall experience in power plant operation, transmission or substation electrical systems with at least 4 years in Renewable Energy Generation
• Previous profit and loss experience with a company or division in the early stages of growth is desired
• Minimum 4 years of supervisory, managerial and budget experience; demonstrated leadership skills with solid track record of accountability and delivery of results
• Extensive knowledge of power generation systems, installation techniques, troubleshooting practices, and electrical systems
• Good working knowledge of budgeting, work scheduling cost management tools and processes
• Proven ability to provide training, feedback, performance management, and leadership to others
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines as well as pivot as priorities shift
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook)
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively enlist and energize stakeholders in a shared vision and to direct, align and inspire the actions of others in bringing about transformational change; builds strong and effective relationships with all stakeholders through two-way communications, personal leadership and commitment to the success of the organization
• Safety – Promotes safety for all at all times
• Leadership – Demonstrates the ability to effectively build credibility with internal and external customers; ability to direct, align and inspire the actions of others in bringing about transformational growth and an entrepreneurial culture
• Commitment to Results – A systems thinker who is customer focused and goal-driven, action-oriented and innovative; translates broad goals into achievable steps; anticipates, solves problems and takes advantage of opportunities; a self-starter and team-player
• Interpersonal Skills -  Builds strong and effective relationships with all stakeholders through effective communications, personal leadership and demonstrated commitment to the success of the organization
• Flexibility – Able to quickly make the necessary plan adjustments to respond to changing internal and external business conditions: for example, changing customer needs, competitors, shifting internal goals, functional misalignments, etc.; willing and available to travel, must be able to make the necessary adjustments to the plans to respond to changing conditions, i.e. energy markets, project schedules, supply chain and energetic availability
• Initiative – Must be self-motivating and able to work with minimum supervision and make cost-efficient decisions for all issues related to his/her discipline(s) with limited information and specific directions
• Technical/Functional Knowledge – Strong knowledge and understanding of solar and storage equipment functionality, electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems, to ensure cost effective operation; high standards of integrity, honor, ethics, safety, productivity and attention to details
• Problem Solving – Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical system failures; understand, execute and communicate root causes and implement solutions to resolve issues
• Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
• This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWECE office and field locations
• Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time
• Frequent travel may be required, with long and irregular work hours from time to time on various RWE and third-party sites throughout North America. Further travel will be required to other conferences and business meetings as necessary

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Through its subsidiary RWE Clean Energy, RWE is the third largest renewable energy company in the United States, with a presence in most U.S. states from coast to coast. RWE’s team of about 2,000 employees in the U.S. stands ready to help meet the nation’s growing energy needs. With its homegrown and fastest-to-market product, RWE supports the goal of American Energy dominance and independence. To that end, RWE Clean Energy is committed to increasing its already strong asset base of over 10 gigawatts of operating wind, solar and battery projects, focusing on providing high-quality jobs. RWE invests in local and rural communities while strengthening domestic manufacturing supporting the renaissance of American industry. This is complemented by RWE’s energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG).

As an energy company with a successful history spanning more than 125 years, RWE has an extensive knowledge of the energy markets and an excellent expertise in all major power generation and storage technologies, from nuclear, coal and gas to hydro, batteries, wind and solar.