Job description
The Vice President of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) at Energix Renewables is responsible for overseeing all aspects of service and maintenance for utility-scale solar projects. This role ensures the efficient and reliable operation of solar assets by implementing best-in-class O&M strategies, maximizing energy production, and minimizing downtime. The VP of O&M will lead a team of professionals to optimize asset performance, manage risk, and enhance operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Management
- Develop and execute the O&M strategy to optimize asset performance and lifecycle management.
- Lead and manage the O&M team, including field technicians, engineers, and support staff.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure continuous improvement in operations.
Operations & Maintenance Oversight
- Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure maximum system uptime.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines.
- Implement advanced monitoring systems and predictive maintenance techniques to improve asset reliability.
- Develop maintenance schedules and protocols for optimal efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Financial & Contractual Management
- Manage O&M budgets, including cost forecasting, expenditure control, and financial reporting.
- Oversee vendor and subcontractor relationships, negotiating contracts to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
- Ensure all service level agreements (SLAs) are met and identify opportunities for cost savings.
Technical & Performance Optimization
- Analyze performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
- Implement technology upgrades and innovative solutions to enhance solar plant performance.
- Collaborate with asset management and engineering teams to optimize operational processes.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure all solar assets comply with regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Develop and enforce risk management strategies to minimize operational disruptions.
- Lead root cause analysis for system failures and develop corrective action plans.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, Business, or a related field (Master's preferred).
- 10+ years of experience in O&M for utility-scale solar projects or related energy sectors.
- Proven leadership experience managing large teams and multi-site operations.
- Strong knowledge of solar technology, SCADA systems, and performance monitoring tools.
- Expertise in contract management, financial planning, and risk mitigation.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
Featured Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Commuter benefits
Pay & benefits
About this role
About Energix Renewables
Company Overview
Energix Renewables, a U.S. subsidiary of Energix Group, an Israeli publicly traded renewable energy company
HeadquartersArlington, United States
Founded2009
SizeApproximately 200 employees in the U.S. (source: linkedin.com). By 2024, Energix Renewables had invested over $1.5 billion in the U.S. solar market (source: prnewswire.com).
What They Do
Energix Renewables operates as an independent power producer (IPP) focused on utility-scale solar development, construction, ownership, and operation across the United States (source: energixrenewables.com). The company is a vertically integrated developer with lifecycle capabilities primarily in solar photovoltaic (PV) and solar-plus-grid assets, emphasizing long-term ownership and operation rather than a development-and-flip model (source: energix-group.com). Energix Renewables targets the Mid-Atlantic region and other U.S. markets, positioning itself as one of the leading solar energy producers in these areas (source: vedp.org). Their business model includes siting, developing, constructing, owning, and operating renewable energy projects, with a strong focus on sustainable energy solutions and community value creation (source: linkedin.com).
Projects & Track Record
Energix Renewables has developed and operates multiple solar projects, including a significant 149 MWdc solar site in Waverly, Sussex County, Virginia (source: energixrenewables.com). By 2020, the company had three commercial solar projects in Virginia representing approximately $130 million in investment, with six additional projects ready for construction and others in development across Arizona and West Virginia (source: vedp.org). As of 2024, Energix Renewables operated 15 projects totaling 636 MWdc of operational capacity in the U.S. (source: prnewswire.com). Their portfolio spans several Virginia counties including Sussex, Henry, Buckingham, Wythe, and Appomattox, demonstrating a strong regional presence (source: vedp.org).
Recent Developments
In August 2024, Energix Renewables announced a strategic long-term renewable energy agreement with Google, under which Google will help fund future solar projects through 2030, enabling Energix to develop approximately 1,500 MW of solar electricity over the next two to three years (sources: prnewswire.com, bizjournals.com). The company was recognized as a Washington Business Journal Inno on Fire honoree in 2023, highlighting its innovation and growth in the renewable energy sector (source: bizjournals.com). Additionally, in 2024 and 2025, Energix faced environmental enforcement actions in Virginia related to regulatory compliance at some solar sites, underscoring the importance of environmental and operational risk management within the company (sources: cardinalnews.org, cardinalnews.org).
Working There
Energix Renewables offers career opportunities across a variety of roles including project development, construction, engineering, operations, asset management, finance, legal, land acquisition, environmental compliance, and community relations, reflecting the company’s comprehensive approach to solar project lifecycle management (sources: energixrenewables.com, linkedin.com). The company’s main corporate hub is located in Arlington, Virginia, with project activities concentrated in Virginia and neighboring states such as Pennsylvania, Arizona, and West Virginia (source: vedp.org). Energix emphasizes a culture of long-term value creation for local communities, landowners, and stakeholders, alongside financial stability and operational experience, fostering a work environment focused on sustainability and responsible growth (source: prnewswire.com).
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