Plant Leader

aes; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AES is looking for a Maintenance Manager to lead a large maintenance team, ensuring safe and efficient operations in power generation. The ideal candidate will have significant supervisory experience in power plant maintenance, proficiency in managing budgets, and a strong commitment to developing team capabilities. This role offers an opportunity to shape the future of energy while working with a leader in the sector, contributing to innovative projects and sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in power plant maintenance management or 10+ years without a degree.
• Experience with boiler, turbine, and related equipment is essential.
• Strong project and contract management skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance department and ensure operational goals are met.
• Develop work management philosophy and oversee project management activities.
• Communicate regularly with the System Energy Coordination office.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Results-driven

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company leading the global energy revolution. Operating in 14 countries, AES is dedicated to innovation and collaboration. Recognized as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022 and a Great Place to Work, we value our people and ideas.

AES is ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, with $12.7B in revenues in 2023. We provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide and are committed to achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement by 2050, offering solutions like 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers to accelerate decarbonization.

If you're eager to join a company that drives change and builds a sustainable future, AES is the place for you. Apply now and energize your career with a leader in the global energy transformation.

Position Overview

Under general supervision, responsible for the safe and efficient management of a large maintenance department covering electrical, mechanical maintenance, planning, and contractor management. Provides leadership, coaching, counseling, advising, and teaching through daily contact. Directs, monitors, and evaluates the performance of direct reports. Prepares and manages budgets to ensure performance, cost efficiency, and reliability. Coordinates plant work management activities between Operations and Maintenance to optimize performance metrics such as unit reliability, EAF, FAF, EFOR. Ensures work priorities support operational goals, manages outage scheduling, and communicates regularly with the System Energy Coordination office.

Key Duties

• Provides leadership, coaching, and teaching to staff
• Maintains power generation assets safely and reliably
• Develops work management philosophy within the maintenance group
• Oversees project management, including engineering review, scope development, technical specifications, and controls analysis
• Coordinates multi-discipline project activities for maintenance, operation, and installation
• Initiates projects to improve station reliability
• Reviews and recommends station budget changes
• Assists in engineering evaluations, factory acceptance testing, and procurement

Basic Requirements

• Degreed candidates: 7+ years of progressive power plant maintenance experience, with success in technical and supervisory roles
• Non-degreed candidates: 10+ years of similar experience in supervisory roles
• Experience with boiler, turbine, pump, valve, switchgear, and related equipment
• Work and asset management experience
• Project and contract management experience

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering (preferred)
• Union experience
• Experience in electric utility, power plant maintenance, transmission, or distribution
• Team management skills
• Proficiency in Excel and Word
• Excellent communication skills
• Results-driven, self-motivated, able to work independently
• Understanding of electrical diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals
• Experience with SAP or similar systems
• Asset management experience

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to gender, race, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.