Electric Power Research Institute

Power Generation , Program/Area Manager

Electric Power Research Institute$190K — $200K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in power generation asset management and maintenance optimization.
  • Deep expertise in balance-of-plant systems and fleet-wide asset management strategies.
  • Proficient in implementing Risk-Based Asset Management (RBAM) and reliability-centered maintenance principles.
  • Experience integrating asset management processes with CMMS, EAM, and analytics technologies.
  • Advanced degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the R&D deployment strategy.
  • Manage one or more technical programs and their financial results.
  • Oversee performance management and development planning for program staff.
  • Select qualified internal staff and contractor teams for project work.
  • Direct team efforts to meet technical and financial milestones.
  • Provide guidance to staff in line with company policies.

Benefits

  • Participation in the annual incentive program based on performance.
  • Standard employee benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
  • 401k plan and paid family leave options.
  • Life and accident insurance coverage.
  • Flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay policies.
Full Job Description
Job Title:
Power Generation , Program/Area Manager

Location:
Charlotte, NC, Remote/Home Based

Job Summary and Description:

The ideal candidate is a recognized expert in power generation asset management, maintenance optimization, and equipment reliability, with deep knowledge of balance-of-plant systems and fleet-wide asset management strategies. They should possess strong experience implementing Risk-Based Asset Management (RBAM) approaches that leverage real-time equipment condition data, reliability-centered maintenance principles, and life-cycle decision making, including strategies for aging and decommissioning assets. The candidate should demonstrate proficiency in integrating asset management processes with enterprise technologies such as CMMS, EAM, condition monitoring, and data analytics platforms to improve equipment reliability, reduce O&M costs, and streamline maintenance activities. They must also be capable of translating research, industry best practices, and digital enablement solutions into scalable implementation guidance that supports diverse power generation portfolios, including conventional and emerging net-zero energy assets.

Key Responsibilities:
-Responsible for developing/implementing the R&D deployment strategy for the area(s).
-Responsible for management of one or more technical programs.
-Responsible for technical and financial results produced by the program(s).
-Accountable for program level succession strategies, hiring of staff, performance management, and development planning.
-Identifies the most qualified internal staff and contractor teams to complete the work. Selects contractors, frames statements of work.
-Directs the work of the team to assure technical and financial milestones are met.
-Responsible for employee selection, performance management, and development planning.
-Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
-Provides guidance to staff within the latitude of company policy.
-May be responsible for the program level advisory structure.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-Proven leadership and management capability overseeing an R&D Program.
-Responsible for funding, spending and workforce planning in program area.
-Directly responsible for leading multiple staff including goal setting and performance management.
-Proven people management experience with a strong grasp of the skills related to recruitment, hiring, people development, and retention.
-Works directly with member advisors to ensure member engagement and guidance.
-Presents, with a high degree of technical credibility, Program content, value and research results at member locations and with member leadership.
-May present program activities to the Sector Council.
-Has working knowledge of the various Sector programs, strategy and values, and aligns Program activities to support cross program participation.
-Works without supervision.
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education: Advanced degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required.

The salary range for this position is $190,000 USD to $200,000 USD annually.

This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including without limitation applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.

This role is eligible to participate in EPRI's annual incentive program. The amount of incentive varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the plan.

This role is eligible to participate in EPRI's standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision, 401k, STD/LTD and paid family leave, life and accident insurance, paid time off (flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay).

About Electric Power Research Institute

The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) is a non-profit organization that conducts research and development relating to the generation, delivery, and use of electricity. EPRI was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California. The organization has over 1,000 employees and collaborates with over 1,000 organizations worldwide to develop and apply technology solutions that address the challenges facing the power industry.
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