Renewables Asset Operations and Maintenance Director - REMOTE

ThinkBAC Consulting; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as the Energy Storage Asset O&M Director, where you'll lead the operational strategy for dynamic utility-scale energy storage projects. This role offers the chance to maximize performance and revenue through innovative asset management and maintenance strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize renewable energy battery storage assets across the nation. With a competitive salary, flexible hours, and a transparent executive team, this position is perfect for those passionate about renewable energy and operational excellence.

Benefits

Open PTO policy

Flexible hours

Health benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years of O&M leadership experience in renewable energy.
• Proven success in field asset management and portfolio optimization.

Responsibilities

• Manage O&M functions for utility-scale battery storage assets nationwide.
• Develop asset-based operations strategies aligned with market strategies.

Skills

Asset Management

Operations Management

Field-based O&M

Compliance Management

Renewable Energy Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Operations Management

Tools

Energy Management Systems

BESS

Job description

Energy Storage Asset O&M Director - Energy Storage

Locations: FULLY REMOTE (Anywhere in the USA)

This is an opportunity to join an industry-leading renewable energy venture and IPP with strong private equity backing, focused on developing and executing dynamic utility-scale energy storage projects. The company has accumulated over 9GW of projects and is currently expanding rapidly.

The Energy Storage Operations & Maintenance Director will join the leadership team to drive operational strategy across the company's assets in a growing Asset Management Division. The role focuses on field-based O&M strategies, including warranties, fleet management, commissioning, and testing of operational assets.

This team specializes in energy storage/battery storage asset management, O&M, energy trading strategies, and real-time operations. The role involves collaboration with Asset Management and Energy Trading teams to optimize renewable energy battery storage assets nationwide.

The company offers comprehensive compensation, including a competitive salary, open PTO policy, flexible hours, health benefits, and the chance to work with an transparent executive team.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage field-based O&M functions for utility-scale battery storage assets nationwide to maximize performance and revenue.
2. Develop and implement asset-based operations and maintenance strategies aligned with power trading and market strategies.
3. Drive asset optimization through evaluation of equipment, hardware, and software in collaboration with IT and OT departments.
4. Lead troubleshooting initiatives to improve project performance, focusing on system enhancements and process improvements.
5. Manage relationships with third-party contractors and vendors to ensure safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
6. Collaborate with other directors and stakeholders on asset O&M, compliance (OSHA, NERC), risk management, and P&L reporting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field, with utility-scale renewables experience; 10+ years in O&M leadership roles in renewable energy, with energy storage experience preferred.
• Proven success in field asset management, portfolio optimization, and technical asset management within the renewable sector.
• Experience working with energy storage, BESS, or OEM equipment providers is highly preferred.
• Ability to lead compliance initiatives related to OSHA, ISO/RTO, and NERC standards.
• Relevant roles include Sr. Director of Asset Management, Director of Technical Asset Management, O&M Director, or similar positions in renewable or clean energy companies.

*Application deadline is 75 days from the posting date.