Director – Technical Operations
| Company | Intersect Power |
|---|---|
| Location | Toronto, ON, Canada, San Francisco, CA, USA, Austin, TX, USA, Calgary, AB, Canada, New York, NY, USA, Denver, CO, USA, San Diego, CA, USA |
| Salary | $160000 – $175000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in Performance Engineering, technical operations, or a related field within the renewable energy industry.
- Proven leadership experience with a track record of effectively managing and developing high-performing teams.
- Deep understanding of clean energy technologies, including solar and battery energy storage systems. Wind experience is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and identify actionable insights.
- Experience with performance monitoring systems, data analytics tools, and SCADA systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and direction to the Technical Operations team, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This includes promoting broader team leadership within Intersect and with our partners.
- Develop and implement strategies to monitor, analyze, and optimize the performance of clean energy systems, including solar, wind, and energy storage facilities, with a focus on leveraging technology and automation.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop robust monitoring and reporting systems to track asset performance and identify areas for improvement. This includes using data-driven operational decisions, reporting and automation initiatives.
- Lead efforts to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum operational efficiency.
- Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders, including OEMs and third-party O&M providers, to effectively troubleshoot specific challenges and drive collaborative resolution of systemic issues.
- Drive initiatives to lead the identification and deployment of leading automation techniques, such as ground-based robots, drones, and other advanced monitoring technologies, to optimize the safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of our renewable energy projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Site Operations, Engineering, and Asset Management, to ensure seamless integration of Technical Operations activities.
- Oversee the development and implementation of models and simulations to evaluate performance, identify root-causes, and drive improvements.
- Manage and mentor team members, providing guidance on technical challenges, career development, and performance management.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to operational excellence.
- Prepare and present regular reports to senior management, highlighting key achievements, trends, and areas for focus.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree preferred.
- Experience with lean, six sigma, and other operational and QA/QC methodologies is a plus.