Senior Manager, System Operations

AES Corporation Job Opportunity

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.

If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

Main Responsibilities:

• Direct 24x7 operations groups (currently CDO and System Operating) in daily operations to ensure the reliability and safety for the 500k+ customers on the system.
• Develop and maintain budget spending for the areas.
• Provide leadership and technical support in the development and deployment of new technologies (ADMS, OMS etc)
• Lead NERC Compliance Program for the T&D operations area. Liaison with NERC and Reliability First for the company. Lead audit preparations (internal and external) to ensure the company is compliant with applicable standards. Lead PJM audit preparations and schedule their audits. Work directly and collaboratively with the Director, AES NERC Operations, and his staff to ensure compliance and continuous program improvement.
• Ensure field and office staffing levels are adequate for normal and storm response.
• Prepare storm restoration plan annually, ensure all storm team members are trained in their responsibilities, maintain storm team schedule.
• NATF company representative responsible for maintaining the individuals involved in the working groups and committees.
• Responsible for outage management and data collection for reporting PUCO reliability metrics.
• Maintain Business Continuity Plan for Tier 1 operations (CDO and System Operating), responsible for completing T&D oversite plan.

Qualifications:

• MBA preferred, undergraduate degree required, preferred in Engineering or Engineering Technology
• Ten years supervisory experience desired
• Five years' experience in NERC Compliance activities
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Seven years' experience in T&D operations

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.