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Manager, High Voltage Operations & Maintenance

Manager, High Voltage Operations & Maintenance

Key Capture Energy, LLCTX, US
30+ days ago
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Job description

Job Title :   Manager, High Voltage Operations & Maintenance Department : Operations & Maintenance Reports to : Director, Project Operations Effective Date : November 2024 Location : Houston, TX (Hybrid / Remote within TX) Travel : 30% Position Purpose : This is a full-time, exempt position that will be reporting to the Director, Project Operations. This individual will be responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of the field electrical Operations & Maintenance program, including all Balance of Plant (BOP) electrical equipment and assets. Provides support for electrical system commissioning of new projects, oversight and coordination of BOP Electrical Equipment maintenance service providers, and the company’s high-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) electrical training and qualification programs. Key Responsibilities : Oversees work of, and coordinates with, substation maintenance and medium voltage service providers Leads the HV / MV Operations & Maintenance team Ensures facilities’ compliance with applicable NERC standards and other regulatory compliance activities in coordination with the Regulatory Compliance team.   Develops, implements and manages company’s HV / MV training and qualifications program   Leads and provides support on non-routine, event assessment, and troubleshooting activities on all HV / MV equipment Plans, organizes, manages, schedules, and controls all daily service activities for the HV / MV team   Responsible for the planning and execution of all assigned maintenance activities during online, planned and forced outages for both internal and external personnel which includes administration and oversight of all maintenance contract personnel for MV / HV work   Establishes goals and development plans for all direct reports. Evaluates employee performance in accordance with KCE policies and procedures   Ensures for and provides electrical, HV, MV, and substation technical support to operating generating facilities, including constant on-call support   Provides support on and review of electrical design, engineering, testing, and construction activities as requested and in support of the implementation of design standards and best practices within the company   Coordinates with Engineering and Construction to provide feedback on Lessons Learned to support continuous improvement in project execution and operations   Supports and coordinates commissioning, start-up, and initial operating activities for the substation and MV equipment   Manages and oversees the HV / MV spare parts inventory and warehouse   Performs HV / MV switching and grounding of main and unit step- up (or down) transformers, medium voltage transformers, feeder breakers, disconnect switches, and related components   Supports and coordinates statutory periodic substation and MV equipment maintenance at company facilities   Oversees substation and HV / MV audits, testing, and inspections of equipment in accordance with NERC requirements   Coordinates and provides technical support on emergency and routine repair   Creation of documentation of switching orders, OTOs, etc.   Additional duties as required.   Implementation and record keeping of test equipment certification / recertification on annual basis  Work Experience & Requirements : Bachelor's degree in electrical / power systems engineering, or an equivalent combination of training and experience   10+ years of relevant technical experience; some experience in power generation preferred   Experience managing a remote team   Knowledge of medium- and high-voltage substation electrical equipment, protection systems, transmission design and operations, familiarity with relay / protection system fundamentals   Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software and database development and management   Basic knowledge of and ability to apply pertinent industry standards and codes.   Ability to work cross-functionally with other departments to drive operational excellence   Demonstrated leadership and management skills   Ability to perform and review basic electrical discipline mathematical calculations and electrical design   Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, drawings, and documents relating to engineering and construction, including but not limited to one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, and wiring diagrams   Strong written and oral communication skills   Ability to manage and monitor multiple projects   High attention to detail   Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license   Physical Requirements : Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times . Must be able to climb or balance Must be able to stop, kneel, crouch or crawl Must have the ability to identify and distinguish colors                                                              Powered by JazzHR