Director, Operations - Renewables

Do you want to work with high-caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Join us at SB Energy, a leading infrastructure company backed by SoftBank Group and Ares Infrastructure, pairing cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution. Our mission is to deliver reliable and secure data center and power infrastructure to strengthen America's future.

Founded in 2019, SB Energy is a SoftBank Group company headquartered in Redwood City, California. In 2026, SoftBank Group and OpenAI announced a $1 billion investment to support SB Energy as their leading development and execution partner for data center campuses, while Ares Infrastructure continues its long-standing support of the company's growth. SB Energy develops, builds, owns, and operates some of the largest and most technically advanced energy and data center infrastructure projects in the United States.

Since its founding, the company has rapidly grown into a top-tier integrated platform with more than 3 gigawatts (GW) in operation and a multi-GW pipeline of energy and data center infrastructure nationwide.

SB Energy also leverages a strong culture of innovation to identify and integrate new technologies into its projects, including its AI-based digital platform, delivering energy infrastructure that is local, reliable, and matched to load. We are building the energy and infrastructure future—today.

Come join us in accelerating the energy and infrastructure transition!

Basic Function:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Manager / Director – Operations to help lead our internal operations team and manage the third-party operations and maintenance (O&M) service providers responsible for running our growing portfolio of utility-scale solar plants across the United States.

This role is accountable for portfolio performance, working with internal teams and external partners to ensure safe, reliable operations, improve generation, manage budgets, and strengthen long-term asset value.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead portfolio performance. Set priorities for generation, availability, reliability, and profitability, and turn performance data into practical improvements.

Lead the operations team and oversee O&M providers. Manage and develop members of the internal Operations team, and hold third-party O&M service providers accountable for safe, reliable plant operations, preventive maintenance, service quality, and contractual performance.

Own budgets and planning. Manage operating budgets, forecasts, and long-term plans. Evaluate capital improvements and identify opportunities to improve performance and control costs.

Manage contracts and relationships. Oversee key service, interconnection, and warranty agreements. Work with contractors, equipment manufacturers, and utilities to meet commitments and resolve issues.

Drive problem-solving. Coordinate technical teams to address equipment and performance issues, resolve warranty claims, and manage additional service needs.

Keep stakeholders informed. Deliver clear operational reporting, highlight risks and opportunities, and coordinate with leadership, investors, lenders, and other partners.

Support portfolio growth. Partner with finance and accounting on financial objectives and support acquisitions, divestments, and refinancing activities.

Guide assets into operations. Coordinate project handovers, close outstanding construction items, and help develop internal maintenance capabilities.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Proven track record of identifying problems, developing clear action plans, and driving timely results by holding teams and service providers accountable for execution.
• Knowledge of power markets, with the ability to adapt to evolving technologies, regulations, and industry practices.
• Strong commercial judgment, communication, and organizational skills, with experience leading internal teams and managing third-party O&M providers.
• Technical knowledge of plant operations, maintenance practices, electrical and SCADA systems, and performance monitoring tools.
• Strong analytical skills to identify performance issues, prioritize improvements, and guide troubleshooting and corrective actions.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related quantitative discipline; an advanced degree or relevant professional certification, such as PMP, is preferred.
• At least 6 years of experience in renewable energy or power generation operations, including 3 years in a leadership role.
• Ability to travel, as required (up to 20% domestic travel).
• Utility-scale solar expertise is strongly preferred. Experience with battery energy storage systems is a plus.
• If your experience aligns with the core responsibilities, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification.
• Location: San Francisco Bay Area; San Diego, CA; Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Houston, TX; Remote.
• Base Pay - $160,000-$200,000

The pay range mentioned above is a guideline. We tailor each offer based on your unique skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks—while ensuring internal parity across our teams. The compensation range provided reflects base pay. Total rewards may also include performance-based bonuses, equity grants, and a market leading comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. Final details will be discussed during the later stages of the hiring process.

Our Health & Wellness Benefits

At SB Energy, we invest in our people and their families with benefits designed for flexibility, support, and peace of mind. Full-time employees enjoy:

• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
• Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)
• Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits
• Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data
• Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
• Device Purchase Support

At SB Energy, the success of our projects is driven by a desire to see our projects benefit as many people as possible. We work to serve local communities through volunteering, fundraising, and much more. For example, we’re proud to support access and opportunity in engineering and clean energy through impactful mentorship programs and workforce training. When you join SB Energy, you can become a part of these efforts, collaborating with team members who share a vision of building a better future now!

SB Energy is built on a foundation of collaboration and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.

To learn more about us, visit www.sbenergy.com.