Senior Renewables Site Manager – Wind & Solar Ops

American Electric Power Co.; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 116,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. manages wind farm(s) and solar facilities within a geographic area with <600 MW capacity and a $10-12M operating budget. The role directs employees and contractors to operate and maintain renewable assets, ensuring safe and profitable power production with emphasis on reliability and cost control.

Interface with landowners, regulators, and internal teams; prioritize safety, performance, and efficiency across sites while meeting regulatory and corporate goals in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in power/engineering with supervisory background.
• Experience overseeing wind/solar/BESS operations and maintenance.
• Strong safety, budgeting, and regulatory compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct and control plant activities in a safe, economical manner.
• Oversee safety programs and enforce safe work conditions.
• Develop budgets and control expenditures to meet targets.
• Coordinate with officials and third-party operations as applicable.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Operations management

Problem solving

MS Office

Reading schematics

Contractor management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Electrical schematics

Substation switching

Job description

American Electric Power Co. manages wind farm(s) and solar facilities within a geographic area with <600 MW capacity and a $10-12M operating budget. The role directs employees and contractors to operate and maintain renewable assets, ensuring safe and profitable power production with emphasis on reliability and cost control.

Interface with landowners, regulators, and internal teams; prioritize safety, performance, and efficiency across sites while meeting regulatory and corporate goals in a demanding environment.