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Senior Operations Technology Manager

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Salary:

160 - 160K yearly

Experience:

Expert & Leadership (>10 years)

Work from:

California (USA), United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

10 years of experience in operations technology, 3 years in the renewable energy sector, Bachelor's and/or graduate degree in Computer Science or related field, Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Key responsabilities:

Lead integration and management of operational technology systems
Develop and implement OT security protocols and maintenance strategies

esVolta, LP

51 - 200 Employees

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Job description

Company Overview
esVolta, LP is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage projects across North America. We are at the forefront of the fast-growing battery energy storage market, and our projects are helping to transition the nation’s electric grid to a cleaner and more reliable future. Our storage projects provide major utilities with a multitude of important services including reliable fast-ramping capacity, energy and ancillary grid services including renewable energy integration support.

esVolta is independently owned, and we are among the largest players in the US energy storage sector with about 1.5 GWh of projects in operation or construction under contract with utilities and other power buyers, and a 20+ GWh development pipeline of upcoming project opportunities.

We are headquartered in Newport Beach, California, with employees in multiple regions across the U.S. Our diverse management team has many decades of experience in the renewable energy, utility, and independent power sectors.

Culture
At esVolta, every employee makes an impact to the company’s growth and profitability, every day. We have a fast-paced, high-performance and team-oriented culture. We value quality of life and flexibility for our employees and strive to help our team members achieve their career goals.

Apply today to start an extraordinary career.

Job Description
esVolta seeks motivated and energetic candidates to join our team as Senior Operations Technology Manager to support a rapidly growing portfolio of operating Battery Energy Storage facilities. The role will report to the company’s Operations Director and will work closely with IT, Compliance and AM team members to ensure the organization has appropriate procedures and is applying industry best practices surrounding Cyber Security and Operational Technology equipment management.

The Senior Operations Technology Manager will lead the development, implementation and optimization of technology solutions for renewable energy asset operations. This role bridges the gap between IT infrastructure, and operational technologies (OT) to maximize asset performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

Lead integration and management of operational technology systems across renewable energy assets and Remote Operation Center (SCADA, Network monitoring & mgmt., etc.)
Develop and implement OT security protocols and maintenance strategies aligned with industry best practices
Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting systems to optimize performance and identify improvement opportunities
Manage relationships with technology vendors and service providers
Lead cross-functional projects to implement new technologies and systems upgrades
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards (NERC/CIP, NIST, etc.)
Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans for OT systems
Train operations staff on new technologies and provide ongoing technical support
Develop and implement staffing strategy for OT needs based around scaling with business growth

Skills and Requirements

10 years’ experience in operations technology with at least 3 years in the renewable energy sector.
Experience with cybersecurity frameworks and OT security best practices.
Detail-oriented and analytical approach to problem-solving.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, Teams and Smartsheets.
Superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
Outstanding interpersonal skills, including an ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges by all parties during stressful situations, and executive level reporting that ensures timely action and decision making in time-pressured scenarios.
Bachelor’s and/or graduate degree in Computer Science or related field if/where applicable.
Self-motivated with an ability to own and lead resolution of difficult issues with a sense of urgency.
Strong organizational, project and time management skills.
Proven project management experience in technology implementation.
Some travel will be required.

Compensation

The anticipated annual salary plus bonus for this position is listed below. The actual salary and bonus offered will depend on the specific skills and experience of the selected candidate.

Title: Senior Operations Technology Manager

Salary: $160,000

Bonus: 25%

Location

Flexible, option to work-from-home with periodic office visits for in-person engagement or to work from company offices in Newport Beach. For work-from-home option, must have a dedicated workspace and strong internet connectivity.
Requires ability to travel to company offices, project sites and business meetings as needed.

esVolta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate all forms of diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. However you identify or whatever your path here, we encourage you to apply. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.