Manager Technical Services - T/S Kansas

About the job

Requisition ID:  97456

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description

NextEra Energy's Repair Loop initiative is transforming how critical energy equipment is repaired, refurbished, and returned to service. As part of the company's REWIRE portfolio, the Repair Loop program is one of the most impactful Operations & Maintenance initiatives, delivering significant cost savings, improving equipment availability, reducing supply chain risk, and accelerating turnaround times for renewable energy assets. The initiative is expected to generate substantial annual savings through expanded internal repair capabilities and increased repair volumes.

To support this growth, we are launching the Kansas Repair Facility (KRF) in Wichita, Kansas, a new state-of-the-art repair center designed to perform high-volume, repeatable electronic repairs that support NextEra's wind, solar, and battery storage fleets. The KRF will be a critical component of a future repair network that includes Technical Services in Florida and Generation Repair Services in Iowa.

We are seeking an exceptional Manager, Technical Services to build, lead, and scale this new operation. This leader will oversee a team of highly skilled electrical engineers and technical professionals while driving operational excellence, repair capability expansion, technology adoption, and business growth. The successful candidate will bring proven experience leading technical organizations, developing high-performing engineering teams, implementing scalable repair and manufacturing processes, and delivering measurable business results. This leader will play a key role in expanding internal repair capabilities, improving equipment reliability, and helping drive the long-term success of the Repair Loop network.

•    Staff, lead and develop a high-performing team of electrical engineers, technicians, and technical specialists while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. •    Manage and grow the Kansas Repair Facility, driving repair volume, operational excellence, unmatched customer service, and expansion of technical capabilities. •    Optimize repair operations through standardized processes, quality systems, and continuous improvement initiatives that improve turnaround time, productivity, and reliability. •    Expand repair capabilities by identifying supporting failure analysis and onboarding new parts into the repair loop program •    Deliver strategic business results by improving asset reliability, reducing repair costs, ensuring compliance, and advancing Repair Loop objectives through data-driven decision-making and stakeholder engagement.

Job Overview

Employees in this role supervise the department personnel to ensure safe, reliable operation of the bulk power system in compliance with NERC Reliability Standards. Ensures on-going personnel training needs are met on all processes and procedures necessary to maintain situational awareness during normal and emergency conditions. Oversees the ongoing compliance activities directly related to the current and future requirements applicable to the NERC Transmission Operator registration. Leaders in this job ensure the department is focused on department and corporate objectives by actively communicating with upper management and direct reports.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

•   Manages and oversees the daily real-time operation of the Energy Resources Control

•   Manages the performance of the employees in the department

•   Coordinates with counterparts in Regional Reliability Organizations, Balancing Authorities and/or adjacent Transmission Operators/Transmission Service Providers in matters relating to the safe and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System and sub transmission system

•   Develops and schedules on-going training for Operators to ensure strong situational awareness

•   Ensures that NERC continuing education requirements are met

•   Collaborates on transmission system performance with Business Manager(s)

•   Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

•  High School Grad / GED •  Bachelor's Degree •  Experience:7+ years •  Supervisor/Management Experience:3+ years

Preferred Qualifications

•  Bachelor's - Engineering •  Master's - Business Administration •  Master's Degree

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group:  Exempt Employee Type:  Full Time Job Category:  Technical Specialist Organization:  NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLC Relocation Provided:  Yes, if applicable

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