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About Us:

EDF power solutions North America has been providing clean energy solutions throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico since 1987. We are a market-leading independent power producer and service provider, serving utilities, corporations, industries, communities, institutions, and investors with reliable, low-carbon energy solutions that help meet growing demand.

From developing and building scalable wind (onshore and offshore), solar, storage (battery and pumped storage hydro), smart EV charging, microgrids, green hydrogen, and transmission projects, to maximizing performance and profitability through skilled operations and maintenance and innovative asset optimization, our teams deliver expert solutions along the entire value chain—from origination to commercial operation.

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Benefits & Perks: 

EDF power solutions offers best-in-class employee benefits, including the following:

• Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
• Comprehensive health coverage. We provide low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Rewarding 401k. We provide a generous matching contribution.

We are also proud to offer:

• Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service.
• Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities.
• Supportive mentorship & buddy programs.

Salary Range: The full pay range for this role is $75,300 - $125,500 annually , and the good faith estimated starting pay for this position upon hire is $90,000.00 to $105,000.00 annually. We generally base our salary decisions on factors including but not limited to, relevant work and leadership experience, education, demonstrated performance, internal equity, and in some cases, geographic location.

Scope of Job: The Balance of Plant Operations Manager is accountable for the effective operation of the balance of plant (BOP) at a single renewable energy project. There will be an OEM or other service provider covering the power producing assets at site and the remaining items will comprise the balance of plant that needs to be managed and maintained. The BOP Manager upholds a safe working environment for all persons on site within EDFR’s scope and responsibility and assuring that those same persons are oriented and informed as to the relevant EDFR policies and procedures and that their adherence to them is non-negotiable. It is the BOP Manager’s responsibility to ensure that he/she performs their job duties in accordance with all applicable policies and procedures, customers objectives, within the boundaries of regulatory and contractual compliance, EDF Renewables core values, and the goals of the Asset Optimization business unit. 

This position is on-site at our Las Majadas Site located in Lyford, TX.

• Operational Management:
  • Manage the BOP scope at site level. Function as the on-site representative for the owner to monitor and report on site conditions and other contractors' performance (OEMs as example).
  • With regards to the BOP at the site, develop annual budgets, plan for, and allocate all necessary resources to achieve operational goals, objectives and KPIs while embracing the delivery of a best-in-class safety performance from EDFR internal teams and all external contractors. Demonstrate effective communication and meeting management.
  • Manage supply chain and execution of daily activities as it applies to the project plant.
• Contract & Regulatory Compliance:
  • Understand projects’ permits, related laws and various related contracts language (O&M, OEM, TSAs, FSAs, LGIA, Road Use, Crossing and, Landowner Agreements etc.) and, as applicable, comply with, or help with compliance of their respective requirements.
  • Coordinate with EDF Renewables Operational Control Center and, as necessary, with the Off takers and Transmission Providers on all activities related to adhering to rules of ISOs, Balancing Authorities, and Regional Transmission Operators.
  • Collaborate with internal groups and vendors to ensure the project meets applicable NERC and FERC requirements regarding security, reliability, and maintenance.
• Stakeholder Management Support:
  • Support stakeholders and other members of EDF Renewables in management of relationships to optimize project performance and help in delivery of project compliance (i.e., Local and County authorities, Landowners, OEMs etc.).
• Other duties as assigned

Supervision of Others: Direct oversight of external contractors. 

Working Conditions: 70% of time is spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of various Microsoft software/programs), phones, and general office equipment. 30% of time is spent outside of the office guiding field personnel, auditing quality of operational maintenance activities and associated safety, accommodating training needs, as well as overseeing activities performed by contractors and vendors. 

Fiscal Responsibilities: Must work within the budget constraints of the project and as authorized by the regional head of Asset Optimization, or their delegate, while successfully following all policies and procedures.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2-year college degree or college level courses and/or certificates desired.
• 3 -5 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity successfully running industrial, manufacturing, or O&M of power plant facilities or 5 years’ experience working as a site lead in renewable energy O&M environment required.
• Previous experience with continuous improvement concepts and practices desired.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Must possess a valid current driver’s license and successfully meet organizational requirements to operate motor vehicles.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and understand technical aspects of renewable energy production.
• Demonstrated thorough understanding of key safety concepts and work practices.
• Previous exposure to working with ERP/CMMS/SAP systems necessary.
• Effective communication and meeting facilitation skills required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office suite
• Knowledge of budgeting principles, impact of a project’s Profit and Loss statement on the overall health of the organization and the importance of active cost management desired.
• Previous experience with continuous improvement concepts and practices desired.
• Understand how to perform short- and long-term resource planning, deliver accurate inventory management.

Physical Requirements: Must be prepared to work in combination of office/computer based working environment and, in the field, having an oversight of the operational activities of their direct reports which may include climbing wind towers, lifting heavier equipment and participating in operational activities.

• Ability to lift to fifty (50)
• Ability to be outside for a long time under various climate conditions.
• Ability to climb Wind Turbine Generators – wind sites only.