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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director, Gas Plant Operations & Engineering to assist in overseeing the operations and maintenance of more than 2,500 MW of utility-scale conventional power plants in California and Connecticut. In this role, you will work closely with the contracted operations and maintenance teams to ensure optimal performance, maintenance, and availability of the gas plant fleet. This role reports to the Senior Vice President, Operations. Location preferred Houston, TX or Scottsdale, AZ.
*This job posting is open to multiple locations but represents one available position*
What You'll Be Doing- Safety and Compliance: Ensure the assets and our contracted service providers remain compliant with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Fleet Management: Assist in developing and implementing strategies for the management and operation of conventional assets, including fleet optimization, maintenance schedules, and performance tracking.
- Maintenance Planning: Collaborate with maintenance teams to develop and execute comprehensive maintenance plans for the assets, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum equipment availability.
- Performance Monitoring: Monitor and analyze the performance of the fleet, including energy generation, efficiency, and equipment health. Identify opportunities for improvement and work to implement corrective measures as necessary.
- Issue Resolution: Act as a point of escalation and review for operational/technical issues and provide guidance to the operations team. Implement proactive measures to minimize operational disruptions.
- Service Provider and OEM Management: Evaluate performance and assist in negotiating contracts to optimize fleet operations.
- Reporting and Analysis: Generate regular reports and develop dashboards for fleet performance, maintenance activities, and cost analysis. Provide insights and recommendations to management for improving operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Leadership and Development: Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and excellence. Provide coaching and training to enhance technical skills and operational knowledge.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, economics, or a related field
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental sustainability.
- Strong operations and engineering experience with the ability to support a high-performance organization.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, vendors, and senior management.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues and provide effective solutions.
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrated self-starter with a growth mindset and passion for leadership and people management.
- Understanding of project financial models and financial metrics.
- Ability to read complex agreements to analyze and identify obligations and risk.
- Willingness to travel as required for site visits and meetings.
- If you don't meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume.
- MBA is highly desirable
- 10+ years of energy industry experience in engineering, plant operations, project management, asset management, contract administration, or commensurate role
- 6+ years of increasing management responsibility/experience
- Prior experience building a team and establishing processes and systems to support high-growth activities
- Experience working in conventional energy industry is required
Clearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).
The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.
Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., we own and manage more than 9.6 gigawatts of renewable and conventional energy assets across the country. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new renewable energy projects for the future, Clearway's 7 gigawatts of operating wind, solar, and energy storage assets offset the equivalent of more than 9 million metric tons of carbon emissions for our customers today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Carlsbad, Calif.; Scottsdale, Ariz.; Houston; and Princeton, N.J. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
At Clearway, we create a community that isn't about being the same - it's about building a team of unique individuals, with different backgrounds & skill sets, coming together to build something big & make a difference in the world. Clearway's team is dedicated to a clean energy future across a wide spectrum of roles & responsibilities. Embodying our company values and operating principles, unique individuals come together over a common mission. We embrace opportunities to do challenging work that can change the world. We aspire to bring out the best in everyone. We share setbacks, celebrate successes, & act with integrity & accountability to get the job done.
Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together
Here at Clearway, we're committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, Carlsbad, Scottsdale, Houston, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events.
Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities to our Military & Veterans.
What We Provide
Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our .