O&M Engineer
- Corpus Christi, TX, United States
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O&M Engineer
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Posted
09 November 2026
Start date
15 February 2027
LocationCorpus Christi
Job type Permanent
Discipline Renewable Energy
Reference171023
Job Function Operations Manager
Job description
Operations & Maintenance Engineer
Location: Corpus Christi, TX
Travel: Up to 25%
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an Operations & Maintenance Engineer to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of utility-scale energy facilities. This position plays a critical role in plant performance, troubleshooting, maintenance planning, safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical foundation, experience working with industrial electrical and mechanical systems, and a hands-on approach to problem solving.
What You'll Do
- Support daily operation and maintenance activities for power generation and energy storage facilities.
- Execute preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and control system issues.
- Monitor plant performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and uptime.
- Support startup, shutdown, and emergency response activities.
- Utilize SCADA and PLC systems to monitor and optimize equipment performance.
- Review engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation to diagnose equipment faults.
- Coordinate maintenance activities with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
- Assist with project implementation, equipment upgrades, and system improvements.
- Maintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements.
- Support inventory management, spare parts planning, and materials procurement.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Technical degree or equivalent industrial operations and maintenance experience.
- Experience supporting power generation, energy storage, utilities, manufacturing, or other industrial facilities.
- Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline.
- Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
- Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, instrumentation, and controls.
- Experience supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects.
- Familiarity with high-voltage electrical equipment and power systems.
Work Environment
This role requires working in an industrial plant environment and may involve:
- Climbing ladders and elevated platforms.
- Working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Entering confined spaces when required.
- Lifting materials and equipment.
- Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to support cutting-edge renewable energy and energy storage projects.
- High-impact role with significant operational responsibility.
- Collaborative and safety-focused culture.
- Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding industry.
If you're passionate about plant operations, reliability, and the future of energy infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.