Operations Manager - Georgia

TOTAL Deutschland GmbH; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

TotalEnergies in Georgia is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of distributed solar and energy storage assets. You will lead safety, reliability, and cost-performance by coordinating internal teams and third-party service providers, and by driving proactive maintenance and issue resolution.

The role emphasizes contract review, warranty coordination, and continuous improvement across asset management practices, with travel to sites as required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in operations, maintenance, asset management, power generation, or related fields.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to review contracts, drawings, and specifications.
• Knowledge of solar PV and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
• Familiarity with contractor management and OEM coordination.
• Fluency in English; OSHA/NFPA 70E training preferred.
• Willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, reliable operation of distributed generation solar and energy storage assets.
• Manage O&M providers and subcontractors to ensure safety and performance.
• Drive asset availability and performance through monitoring and maintenance.
• Coordinate daily activities with stakeholders to ensure timely issue resolution.
• Lead root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Engage OEMs to resolve issues and pursue warranty recovery.
• Ensure maintenance is planned, tracked, and documented in CMMS.
• Develop maintenance strategies and reliability initiatives.

Skills

Operations management

O&M management

Contractor management

Renewable energy

Solar PV

BESS operations

Root cause analysis

Safety compliance

Remote monitoring

CMMS

Budget & cost control

Tools

CMMS

Remote monitoring

Data analysis tools

Warranty administration

Job description

At Integrated Power USA, we're helping shape the future of energy in North America. As TotalEnergies' integrated power platform, we develop, build, operate, and grow a diverse portfolio of solar, wind, battery storage, and flexible generation assets that deliver reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon electricity across the United States & Canada.

Backed by the global ambition of TotalEnergies to accelerate the energy transition, Integrated Power USA is rapidly expanding a portfolio of approximately 35 GW of renewable, storage, and thermal generation projects that are operating, under construction, or in development. From developing innovative energy solutions to navigating some of the country's most dynamic power markets, our teams are at the forefront of building a cleaner, more resilient energy future.

Joining Integrated Power USA means working alongside talented professionals who are passionate about innovation, collaboration, safety, and making a real impact. Together, we're powering communities, advancing the energy transition, and creating the energy system of tomorrow.

Activities

Key Responsibilities:

The Operations Manager position is responsible for:

• Lead the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of an assigned portfolio of distributed generation solar and energy storage assets, driving operational safety, availability, performance, and financial results.
• Manage third-party O&M providers and subcontractors to ensure safe execution of work, proactively identify and mitigate hazards, verify compliance with site-specific safety requirements, and contribute to the ongoing development of O&M safety programs.
• Drive asset availability, reliability, and performance through monitoring, analysis, troubleshooting, and execution of corrective and preventive maintenance activities.
• Monitor performance data, remote monitoring platforms, weather conditions, site cameras, alarms, and operational trends to identify issues, risks, and optimization opportunities.
• Coordinate and prioritize daily operational activities with O&M providers, OEMs, Remote Operations, Performance Management, Engineering, and other stakeholders to ensure timely issue resolution and maintenance execution.
• Lead investigations of equipment failures and underperformance events, perform or coordinate root cause analyses, and drive implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Engage inverter, tracker, battery, communications, and other OEMs to resolve technical issues, pursue warranty recovery, and implement permanent solutions to recurring fleet issues.
• Ensure maintenance activities are planned, tracked, documented, and completed within CMMS and other operational systems in accordance with contractual, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Review and interpret contracts, service agreements, warranties, technical manuals, drawings, operating procedures, and specifications to ensure compliance and effective asset management.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of maintenance strategies, quality programs, operational procedures, and reliability initiatives that support long-term asset performance.
• Manage operating expenses, service provider costs, guarantee liabilities, budget forecasts, and cost optimization initiatives while maintaining safety, reliability, and contractual performance.
• Develop solutions for spare parts, equipment obsolescence, long-lead materials, and aging asset challenges to minimize downtime and lifecycle costs.
• Build and maintain customer and stakeholder relationships by delivering contractual obligations, managing expectations, supporting operational reporting, and effectively resolving escalations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support quoting, work prioritization, invoicing, availability guarantees, warranty claims, and other operational and commercial activities.
• Lead Closed Loop Learning and continuous improvement initiatives by capturing lessons learned, sharing best practices across DG and UPP teams, implementing process improvements, and evaluating emerging technologies and tools.
• Support commissioning, operational readiness, and handover activities for new assets transitioning into the operating fleet.

Candidate Profile

This position may be based anywhere within the state of Georgia.

Education/Qualifications:

• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in operations, maintenance, asset management, power generation, renewable energy, industrial facilities, electrical infrastructure, or a related field, with demonstrated responsibility for operational performance, maintenance activities, contractors, or technical service providers.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to systematically evaluate operational issues and drive effective resolution.
• Ability to interpret performance, operational, and maintenance data to identify risks, trends, and optimization opportunities.
• Ability to assess technical, safety, operational, and commercial risks and make sound risk-based decisions.
• Experience managing contractors, OEMs, and technical service providers to achieve safety, reliability, and performance objectives.
• Ability to review and interpret contracts, technical documentation, drawings, specifications, maintenance procedures, and warranty requirements.
• Knowledge of solar PV and battery energy storage system (BESS) operations and maintenance practices.
• Understanding of asset reliability, availability, performance optimization, and lifecycle cost management.
• Familiarity with contractor management, OEM coordination, warranty administration, and service agreements.
• Knowledge of renewable energy performance metrics, operational KPIs, and performance analysis.
• Understanding of electrical safety practices, maintenance standards, and industry best practices.
• Familiarity with remote monitoring, CMMS, data analysis tools, and other operational technologies used in renewable energy asset management.
• Understanding of operating budgets, guarantees, warranties, and customer contractual obligations.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Fluent in English, including the ability to communicate effectively in technical, commercial, and customer-facing environments.
• OSHA and NFPA 70E training required; certification may be obtained following hire.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Additional Information

What We Provide

TotalEnergies offers a robust comprehensive benefits package available to employees on the first day of hire. These benefits include but are not limited to generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSA with company contributions, health FSA, commuter benefits or paid parking, 401(k) plan with employer match, enhanced employer-contributed 401(k), life & accident insurances, generous parental leave, education assistance, fitness subsidy and more.

TotalEnergies celebrates diversity and is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

TotalEnergies believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

International Consideration

TotalEnergies regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.

Joining TotalEnergies means committing to the energy transition and helping provide energy that is more affordable, more available, and more sustainable for as many people as possible. You will grow within an international multi-energy company where every talent matters. You will contribute to ambitious projects and deliver concrete solutions to today's energy challenges.

Throughout your career, you will benefit from a wide variety of assignments and tailored learning opportunities. You will fully develop your potential in an environment that fosters innovation and excellence. Join committed and collaborative teams where success is built together.

We place respect and employee well-being at the heart of our performance. That is why TotalEnergies values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all.