Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Power Generation Operations to lead the operation and maintenance of primary and secondary on-site power generation systems supporting U.S. data center campuses. This role is accountable for ensuring continuous protection of compute load through disciplined execution of methods of procedure (MOPs), particularly during load transfers, ramp-rate transitions, and abnormal operating conditions.
The Senior Manager will partner closely with operations, engineering, and training teams to build and sustain high-performing maintenance and repair programs, oversee on-site power plant operating agreements, and lead teams responsible for day-to-day power generation operations. The role is focused on operational excellence, risk reduction, and achieving near-100% equipment availability in a mission-critical environment.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and develop teams responsible for the operation and maintenance of primary and secondary power generation assets across assigned data center sites.
Develop, document, and continuously improve MOPs to ensure compute load protection during generation transitions, including ramp-rate control and contingency scenarios.
Partner with operations training teams to design, implement, and maintain effective repair, preventive maintenance, and emergency response training programs.
Manage on-site power plant operating agreements, ensuring service delivery, performance metrics, and contractual obligations align with uptime and reliability requirements.
Recruit, hire, and onboard specialized power generation operations personnel as required to support site growth and operational maturity.
Establish and track key performance indicators related to reliability, availability, maintenance effectiveness, and incident response.
Serve as an escalation point for significant power generation events and outages, coordinating cross-functional response and root cause analysis.
Drive a strong culture of safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across all power generation operations.
Stay current on industry best practices, emerging power generation technologies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
8-12+ years of experience in power generation or mission-critical infrastructure operations, with demonstrated people leadership experience.
Strong working knowledge of on-site power generation systems (primary and secondary) and their integration into data center environments.
Proven experience developing and executing MOPs to manage load transfers, ramp rates, and operational risk.
Experience building and sustaining maintenance, repair, and training programs in high-availability environments.
Demonstrated ability to manage vendor and operating agreements tied to critical infrastructure.
Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Experience in data centers, utilities, power plants, or other mission-critical facilities is highly desirable.
Disclaimer:
Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.
Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only
US: Hiring Range in USD from: $97,500 to $199,500 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.
Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.
Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
Short term disability and long term disability
Life insurance and AD&D
Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
11 paid holidays
Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Financial planning and group legal
Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
Career Level - M3
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