Senior Asset Operations Lead – Solar & BESS

TransGrid Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

TransGrid Energy seeks an Asset Operations Manager to lead and optimize the operations of utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System assets. The role emphasizes technical operations, maintenance, and reliability across the portfolio.

You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to maximize fleet availability, ensure regulatory compliance, and support market participation. The position demands strong asset management and O&M leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years in utility-scale solar and BESS operations and asset management.
• Experience with SMA utility-scale inverters and fault diagnostics.
• Experience with Tesla Megapack and/or LG Energy Solution BESS platforms.
• Knowledge of SCADA for real-time monitoring and performance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Monitor day-to-day operations of utility-scale Solar PV and BESS assets to maximize performance and availability.
• Oversee third-party O&M vendors to ensure efficient operation and contractual compliance.
• Manage SCADA platforms, alarms, and real-time performance data for PV and BESS assets.
• Develop CMMS systems for work orders, preventive maintenance, and asset tracking.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to implement corrective actions and improve profitability.

Skills

Asset operations

SCADA monitoring

BESS ops

PV systems

Inverter tech

Vendor management

NERC compliance

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Maximo

SAP PM

UpKeep

SCADA software

Job description

TransGrid Energy seeks an Asset Operations Manager to lead and optimize the operations of utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System assets. The role emphasizes technical operations, maintenance, and reliability across the portfolio.

You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to maximize fleet availability, ensure regulatory compliance, and support market participation. The position demands strong asset management and O&M leadership skills.