Asset Manager - Battery Storage New

Plus Power; United States; Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid parental leave

Flexible time off

Work from home stipend

Job summary

Plus Power is a leading North American energy storage developer, owner, and operator seeking an Asset Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of stand-alone storage projects. You will work with Front Office, Analytics Services, Finance, Legal, and Engineering Procurement & Construction teams while supervising third-party contractors to ensure world-class asset management.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in renewable asset management, a technical background in engineering or business, and strong

Qualifications

• 5+ years of asset management experience in the renewable energy industry
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, business, or a related field
• Experience in Power, Energy, Renewables, or BESS with familiarity of industry-specific terminology; knowledge of BESS technology and/or SCADA systems is a plus
• Working knowledge of ERCOT and other ISO/RTO market structures, with experience managing merchant energy assets and navigating regulatory, compliance, and market participation requirements
• Ability to read and interpret PPAs, LGIAs, Financing Agreements, and other project contracts
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deliver timely, high-quality results
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity, driving a desire to learn and grow within the company and the industry
• Demonstrated dependability and accountability, with a strong track record of meeting deadlines, following through on commitments, and taking ownership of responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to diverse audiences
• Excellent project management skills and experience leading and delivering projects under tight deadlines
• Proven ability to adapt to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks, and remain flexible in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work and identifying errors or inconsistencies before final delivery
• Ability to travel to various locations within the United States roughly 20% of the time
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in the Microsoft suite of tools and applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of a portfolio of utility-scale, stand-alone battery energy storage systems (BESS)
• Monitor the performance of assets and analyze plant metrics on an ongoing basis and against KPIs to find anomalies and improve plant performance
• Provide qualitative analysis, reporting and recommendations to manage the assets and deliver transparency and reporting for an executive level
• Work with the Accounting and Analytic Services departments to prepare operational budgets
• Manage O&M and related third party agreements to ensure compliance from service providers and to develop long-term relationships
• Coordinate and supervise third party contractors’ planned maintenances schedules and work performance while minimizing the impact on production
• Coordinate outages and unplanned maintenance including the investigation, analysis, and resolution of system issues
• Conduct and analyze risk assessments and initiate preventive as well as corrective actions
• Support pre-construction engineering, EPC, and development functions with review of plant designs and contract terms related to operations
• Help manage internal handover of BESS from construction to operations
• Manage compliance contractors for adherence with ongoing NERC/ISO procedures, reporting requirements and training of operations staff
• Ensure strict compliance with all project operating agreements

Skills

Asset management

Power/energy knowledge

SCADA familiarity

ERCOT/ISO market structures

Contract reading (PPAs/LGIAs)

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Plus Power is an energy storage market leader, with a market-leading 10+ GW portfolio across more than 25 states that will transform North American electric grids into cleaner and more versatile critical infrastructure.

Standalone energy storage is rapidly transforming the North American energy markets, because it is cheaper than new natural gas plants, faster to build than fossil peakers or transmission, and able to perform diverse energy services. Plus Power partners with electricity system operators, utilities, and investors to originate, develop, finance, own and operate standalone energy storage projects that provide critical services to the wholesale electric market. Plus Power’s team applies an intentional mindset to energy storage development by using a data-driven approach to development and operations.

At Plus Power, we are focused on solving hard climate problems, profitably. We are growing fast, and value candidates who, like us, share a focus on setting high expectations, owning and learning from mistakes in the spirit of radical transparency, and are committed to internal partnering as a key element of our ideas meritocracy. Our team praises Plus Power’s culture and excels through our game-changing mission and supportive ecosystem.

About the Role

Plus Power is looking to hire an Asset Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of Plus Power’s stand-alone storage projects. The Asset Manager will collaborate across internal functions including Front Office and Analytics Services, Finance and Accounting, Legal, and Engineering Procurement & Construction, while managing the activities of third-party contractors to ensure word class asset management for Plus Power’s operating projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of a portfolio of utility-scale, stand-alone battery energy storage systems (BESS)
• Monitor the performance of assets and analyze plant metrics on an ongoing basis and against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to find anomalies and improve plant performance
• Provide qualitative analysis, reporting and recommendations to manage the assets and deliver transparency and reporting for an executive level
• Work with the Accounting and Analytic Services departments to prepare operational budgets
• Manage O&M and related third party agreements to ensure compliance from service providers and to develop long-term relationships
• Coordinate and supervise third party contractors’ planned maintenances schedules and work performance while minimizing the impact on production
• Coordinate outages and unplanned maintenance including the investigation, analysis, and resolution of system issues
• Conduct and analyze risk assessments and initiate preventive as well as corrective actions
• Support pre-construction engineering, EPC, and development functions with review of plant designs and contract terms related to operations
• Help manage internal handover of BESS from construction to operations
• Manage compliance contractors for adherence with ongoing NERC/ISO procedures, reporting requirements and training of operations staff
• Ensure strict compliance with all project operating agreements

Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of asset management experience in the renewable energy industry
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, business, or a related field
• Experience in Power, Energy, Renewables, or BESS with familiarity of industry-specific terminology; knowledge of BESS technology and/or SCADA systems is a plus
• Working knowledge of ERCOT and other ISO/RTO market structures, with experience managing merchant energy assets and navigating regulatory, compliance, and market participation requirements
• Ability to read and interpret PPAs, LGIAs, Financing Agreements, and other project contracts
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deliver timely, high-quality results
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity, driving a desire to learn and grow within the company and the industry
• Demonstrated dependability and accountability, with a strong track record of meeting deadlines, following through on commitments, and taking ownership of responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to diverse audiences
• Excellent project management skills and experience leading and delivering projects under tight deadlines
• Proven ability to adapt to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks, and remain flexible in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work and identifying errors or inconsistencies before final delivery
• Ability to travel to various locations within the United States roughly 20% of the time
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in the Microsoft suite of tools and applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Compensation, Location, and Benefits

• highly competitive total compensation from one of North America’s leading energy storage developers, owners, and operators
• market-leading health benefits
• 401(k) match
• generous paid parental leave
• flexible time off
• work from home stipend
• other programs designed to support employees and their families

Flexible work arrangements include work-from-home or hybrid options from Plus Power’s offices in The Woodlands, San Francisco, Chicago, Seattle, Brooklyn, Denver, Palm Beach Gardens, and Birmingham. While we are a remote-first company, we also have a highly engaged and connected culture, with opportunities to come together for in-person connection, professional development, and continued learning and growth.

The expected salary range* for this position begins at $150,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, geographic labor market, and other factors consistent with applicable law. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual bonus program.

The deadline* for applying to this role is 11/12/2026

Plus Power is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds can thrive. Plus Power is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

*This information is provided in accordance with applicable law.