Director, Field Operations

At AES Renewable and Power we are accelerating the future of energy together while transforming customer experiences and delivering innovative energy solutions. We believe that diverse perspectives experiences and backgrounds strengthen our teams and help us create better outcomes for our customers communities and business.

The Director of Field Operations is responsible for the safe reliable and cost-effective operation of AESs renewable energy portfolio across the Eastern United States and Puerto Rico. This role provides strategic leadership for field operations operational performance regional execution financial stewardship and continuous improvement initiatives that drive operational excellence and support long-term business success.

Safety First Initiative-Taker Innovative Thinker Driven by Excellence Collaborative Teammate Accountable Leader

The ideal candidate brings strong technical financial and leadership experience within the energy industry along with demonstrated success supporting the safe and effective operation of utility-scale and distributed energy assets. They also possess a solid understanding of the commercial and operational aspects of energy facilities.

We are open to considering U.S. remote-based candidates located in theEST time zone

• Lead the safe and effective execution of solar battery energy storage (BESS) and wind field operations across the Eastern United States and Puerto Rico.

• Oversee the safe execution of Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities across U.S. sites utilizing third-party O&M providers.

• Develop and implement strategies that optimize costs while maintaining strong safety reliability and operational performance standards.

• Partner with Asset Management Finance Commercial and other cross-functional teams to maximize asset performance and profitability.

• Provide oversight and accountability for fleet availability reliability safety operational performance and cost management through clearly defined performance metrics and KPIs.

• Drive continuous improvement and standardization initiatives using operational data analytics and emerging technologies to improve maintenance effectiveness workforce productivity asset performance and reduce unplanned downtime.

• Lead U.S. O&M business budget planning in partnership with regional Field Operations and Asset Management teams.

• Develop and execute long-term workforce capital maintenance and resource strategies that support portfolio growth and operational excellence.

• Establish and maintain performance cost staffing and productivity benchmarks to support informed business decisions and operational competitiveness.

• Support the development of O&M cost estimates for new projects within the U.S. portfolio.

• Provide coaching mentorship performance feedback and development opportunities that promote employee growth and engagement.

• Foster an inclusive collaborative and safety-focused culture where team members feel valued respected and empowered to contribute their best work.

• Serve as a key operational representative to senior leadership investors lenders joint venture partners customers and other stakeholders.

• Communicate operational and financial performance results to executive leadership and external stakeholders.

• Lead the fleet vehicle program for the O&M organization.

• Partner with Human Resources on workforce planning talent development and strategic hiring initiatives.

• 10 -15 years of experience leading renewable energy operations asset management maintenance power generation or related technical operations functions typically gained through progressively responsible leadership roles.

• Bachelors degree in engineering or related field.

• Experience leading multi-site operations teams through managers and supervisors in geographically dispersed environments.

• Ability to interpret and understand equipment and facility schematics.

• Knowledge of systems processes and standards related to the operation and maintenance of utility-scale solar plants and electrical systems including applicable IEEE NERC OSHA NFPA 70E Lockout/Tagout Grounding and related standards.

• Familiarity with SCADA DAS remote monitoring systems and associated operational protocols.

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a strong safety culture and maintaining a safe work environment.

• Alignment with AES values including Safety First Highest Standards and All Together.

• Strong written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other business productivity tools.

• Ability to travel up to 30% as business needs require.

• Advanced degree (MBA Masters degree or similar graduate-level education).

• Experience with P&L ownership and financial accountability.

• Experience supporting operations and maintenance activities for thermal generation assets.

• Demonstrated ability to lead through complexity drive results and build high-performing teams.

• Experience managing utility-scale solar BESS and wind portfolios.

• Experience leading remote and geographically dispersed teams.

• Experience managing third-party service providers and performance-based contracts.

• Experience presenting to executive leadership teams boards investors lenders or other external stakeholders.