Real-Time OCC Manager: Renewable Energy Operations

The Planet Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group seeks a Manager - Operations Control Center (OCC) in California. You will lead the OCC team, ensure compliance with processes, and drive performance improvements in line with corporate strategy, overseeing real-time remote operations for renewable sites.

Required: Bachelor's in business management or engineering (MBA preferred), 10 years in a real-time control room, 5+ years in management, and experience with high‑voltage systems, renewables, and NERC/RTO knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business management, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10 years of experience in a real-time control room, renewable energy preferred, with at least 5 years in a management role.
• Experience in operations of electrical generation—thermal, hydro, or renewables.
• Hands-on experience with high-voltage systems, transmission systems, or collection systems.
• Renewable energy experience—solar, wind, and/or storage plants.
• Knowledge of RTO, system operators, NERC regulations, and utility electrical generation relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the OCC team and lead real-time remote operations for renewable sites.
• Report to the Operational Technologies Director and ensure process compliance.
• Drive performance improvements aligned with department and corporate strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Real-time operations

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business management, Engineering, or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

The Planet Group seeks a Manager - Operations Control Center (OCC) in California. You will lead the OCC team, ensure compliance with processes, and drive performance improvements in line with corporate strategy, overseeing real-time remote operations for renewable sites.

Required: Bachelor's in business management or engineering (MBA preferred), 10 years in a real-time control room, 5+ years in management, and experience with high‑voltage systems, renewables, and NERC/RTO knowledge.