Intersect · 12 hours ago
Field Operations Lead
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$200K/yr - $220K/yr
10+ years expIntersect is part of IPX Power’s Operations team, seeking a Field Operations Lead to oversee field execution for plant operations. The role involves ensuring safe and efficient plant performance, managing day-to-day operations, and collaborating with various teams to drive operational excellence.
EnergyEnergy StorageRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Ensure operating projects meet availability and production targets by quickly identifying, prioritizing, and resolving plant performance issues
Uphold safety and compliance standards across all sites, reinforcing a strong culture of operational discipline
Apply root cause analysis methodologies to prevent repeat issues and improve long-term reliability
Direct daily operations from planning through execution across the operating portfolio
Oversee field personnel and third-party O&M providers, including performance management and future vendor selection
Ensure clear escalation paths and timely resolution of operational risks
Develop and implement operational strategies, processes, and procedures aligned with company goals
Identify opportunities to improve plant performance, reliability, and operating efficiency
Standardize best practices across sites while remaining responsive to site-specific needs
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Finance, Development, EHS, Trading, and Legal to support seamless operations
Communicate clearly with executives on plant performance, maintenance issues, and operational risks
Build and maintain strong relationships with OEMs, EPCs, suppliers, contractors, and regulatory agencies
Oversee operational budgets and forecasts, ensuring cost-effective execution
Manage warranty claims and technical discussions with OEMs and contractors
Support long-term planning for portfolio expansion and operational scale
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field
10+ years of experience in operations management for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage assets
Deep knowledge of PV and BESS technologies, including system design, operations, and maintenance
Experience operating assets within CAISO or ERCOT markets
Proven success leading large, geographically distributed field teams and third-party O&M providers
Strong understanding of energy market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and safety requirements
Extensive experience working with OEMs and contractors on warranty matters
Hands-on expertise with root cause analysis and remediation programs
Experience building, documenting, and improving operational processes and procedures
Budgeting and financial management experience across operating portfolios
Leadership style that drives accountability, continuous improvement, and team development
Clear communicator who can translate complex operational issues for technical and executive audiences
Results-oriented mindset that will help you succeed in improving plant performance and reliability
Benefits
100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot and Maven
Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+
3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track
$150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup and free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical
Company
Intersect
We focus on the co-location of industrial demand with dedicated hybrid-power generation.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$8.95BKey Investors
Santander CIBTPGHPS Investment Partners
2025-12-22Acquired
2024-12-10Private Equity· $800M
2024-07-17Debt Financing· $837M
Leadership Team
Sheldon Kimber
CEO, Founder
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