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IPS is built on a foundation of strong leadership, guided by our shared values of safety, accountability, integrity, teamwork, entrepreneurial spirit, and customer-focus. As a senior leader at IPS, you’ll be able to shape strategic initiatives, inspire teams, and influence the future of our organization.
We are looking for servant leaders who are action-oriented and committed to delivering unmatched customer and employee experiences. Your leadership will drive transformative projects, redefine industry standards, and leave a lasting legacy.
At IPS, you’ll find a platform for high potential growth, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you’re ready to lead with vision and inspire innovation, apply now and become a key player in our journey to redefine success!
Responsibilities & Expectations:
We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Switchgear Repair Operations Manager to operate and manage the switchgear testing and repair segment for the IPS Denver Kingston Street Power Management Center of Excellence. As an IPS Switchgear Repair Operations Manager you will work with your team to demonstrate strong repair skills and commitment for providing an Unmatched Customer Experience.
- Inspect, test, and maintain low, medium, and high voltage electrical power distribution equipment through both in shop and onsite repair & maintenance
- Partner with sales team to draft quote proposals for future work. Conduct onsite pre-bid job walks as needed
- Occasionally act as a working Lead
- Provide technical guidance to the team and customers
- Draft and finalize inspection and maintenance reports for customers in conjunction with the technicians
- Direct the hourly workers to work safely and actively participate in all site-specific safety audits, incident reports, training, Job Hazard Analysis, LOTOs, housekeeping, and inspection activities
- Enforce accountability at all levels with consistent record keeping, training, and one-on-one cadence meetings with each employee
- Encourage, support, and enable the switchgear segment through servant leadership while listening to and taking input from the skilled workforce and fostering teamwork – building a OneIPS culture between Management and Union hourly employees
- Be an effective communicator to keep the team focused on the customer and continuous improvement in the processes, skills and team performance that differentiates IPS from the competition
- Plan, direct, and coordinate hourly labor requirements on the shop floor to support the incoming tear downs, inspections, production repair jobs and field service jobs
- Participate in day-to-day management and own the labor component to participate in planning the labor to support the production schedule taking into consideration overtime rush jobs and vacation schedules
- Develop and evaluate project specific work plans and customer communication reporting requirements
- Assist with customer job inspection visits to ensure work is being safely performed to schedule and specification
- Lead the continuing development of the Quality Program by adding support and development of documentation, work instructions and process standards where needed and improving existing processes
- Lead the effort to improve Key Customer Facing Metrics: (Quality, Time to Quote, Approval to Ship and Ship to Invoice) as well as Key IPS Metrics: (Safety, Margin Performance vs. Work Plans, Labor Utilization, Direct and Indirect Costs)
- Partner with the Customer Service Team to keep business ERP system up to date: developing work plans, opening jobs, identifying materials to be sourced, and preparing billing
Qualifications and Competencies:
- Minimum of six years of low, medium, and high voltage switchgear testing, repair, and quoting
- Have experience with health and safety programs including lock-out-tag-out (LOTO)
- Ability to read, interpret, and identify LOTO points from one-line diagrams
- Three years’ experience of leading a team of repair technicians preferred
- Two or more years’ experience working with low and medium voltage pad mount transformers – testing, oil sampling, and component change out preferred
- NETA certification preferred, but not required
- MSHA 30 CFR Part 46 (coal/metal/non-metal | above ground/underground) certification preferred but not required.
- Experience with various manufacturers and types of switchgear components, including: breakers (air magnetics, vacuum, SF6 or oil-filled), contactors, relays, control systems, load break switches, switchgear lineups, etc.
- Knowledgeable on how to operate and interpret the readings from an insulation resistance tester, ductor, ratio, primary and secondary injection, hi-pot, turn-to-turn resistance tester, and Doble power factor test set
- Strong analytical skills as well as oral and written communication skills
- Experience writing, assembling, and reviewing test reports
- Able to work overtime when needed
You’ll thrive at IPS if you…
- Lead with integrity and prioritize safety. You demonstrate high standards and commit to a safe, ethical workplace.
- Value teamwork and accountability. You work well with others, take responsibility, serve others, and deliver on your commitments.
- Focus on the customer. You are dedicated to providing an unmatched customer experience and exceeding expectations.
- Have an entrepreneurial spirit. You’re proactive, innovative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicate effectively and with purpose. You keep everyone informed with clear, concise communication.
- Stay curious and love to learn. You continuously seek new knowledge and grow personally and professionally.
Who We Are:
At Integrated Power Services (IPS), we're committed to empowering you to make a meaningful impact. As the industry's leading and fastest-growing service provider, IPS offers single-source electromechanical and power management solutions to enhance the reliability of critical infrastructure across North America and the United Kingdom. We serve over 30,000 essential customer locations, from renewable energy pioneers to hospitals, manufacturers, and municipalities, helping them avoid costly downtime and ensure mission-critical operations.
When you join IPS, you're joining a team that's revolutionizing equipment and process reliability across diverse sectors, from power generation to petrochemicals, and beyond. You'll learn from industry experts, grow alongside a talented workforce, and be part of a company that is built on the Shared Values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Entrepreneurial Spirit.
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k Employer Match
- Bonus Incentives
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- And more!
Special Accommodations: If you require assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with IPS, please contact us at careers@ips.us. Please note that this email is to be used for accommodation requests, not general employment inquiries.
Description
IPS is built on a foundation of strong leadership, guided by our shared values of safety, accountability, integrity, teamwork, entrepreneurial spirit, and customer-focus. As a senior leader at IPS, you’ll be able to shape strategic initiatives, inspire teams, and influence the future of our organization.
We are looking for servant leaders who are action-oriented and committed to delivering unmatched customer and employee experiences. Your leadership will drive transformative projects, redefine industry standards, and leave a lasting legacy.
At IPS, you’ll find a platform for high potential growth, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you’re ready to lead with vision and inspire innovation, apply now and become a key player in our journey to redefine success!
Responsibilities & Expectations:
We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Switchgear Repair Operations Manager to operate and manage the switchgear testing and repair segment for the IPS Denver Kingston Street Power Management Center of Excellence. As an IPS Switchgear Repair Operations Manager you will work with your team to demonstrate strong repair skills and commitment for providing an Unmatched Customer Experience.
- Inspect, test, and maintain low, medium, and high voltage electrical power distribution equipment through both in shop and onsite repair & maintenance
- Partner with sales team to draft quote proposals for future work. Conduct onsite pre-bid job walks as needed
- Occasionally act as a working Lead
- Provide technical guidance to the team and customers
- Draft and finalize inspection and maintenance reports for customers in conjunction with the technicians
- Direct the hourly workers to work safely and actively participate in all site-specific safety audits, incident reports, training, Job Hazard Analysis, LOTOs, housekeeping, and inspection activities
- Enforce accountability at all levels with consistent record keeping, training, and one-on-one cadence meetings with each employee
- Encourage, support, and enable the switchgear segment through servant leadership while listening to and taking input from the skilled workforce and fostering teamwork – building a OneIPS culture between Management and Union hourly employees
- Be an effective communicator to keep the team focused on the customer and continuous improvement in the processes, skills and team performance that differentiates IPS from the competition
- Plan, direct, and coordinate hourly labor requirements on the shop floor to support the incoming tear downs, inspections, production repair jobs and field service jobs
- Participate in day-to-day management and own the labor component to participate in planning the labor to support the production schedule taking into consideration overtime rush jobs and vacation schedules
- Develop and evaluate project specific work plans and customer communication reporting requirements
- Assist with customer job inspection visits to ensure work is being safely performed to schedule and specification
- Lead the continuing development of the Quality Program by adding support and development of documentation, work instructions and process standards where needed and improving existing processes
- Lead the effort to improve Key Customer Facing Metrics: (Quality, Time to Quote, Approval to Ship and Ship to Invoice) as well as Key IPS Metrics: (Safety, Margin Performance vs. Work Plans, Labor Utilization, Direct and Indirect Costs)
- Partner with the Customer Service Team to keep business ERP system up to date: developing work plans, opening jobs, identifying materials to be sourced, and preparing billing
Qualifications and Competencies:
- Minimum of six years of low, medium, and high voltage switchgear testing, repair, and quoting
- Have experience with health and safety programs including lock-out-tag-out (LOTO)
- Ability to read, interpret, and identify LOTO points from one-line diagrams
- Three years’ experience of leading a team of repair technicians preferred
- Two or more years’ experience working with low and medium voltage pad mount transformers – testing, oil sampling, and component change out preferred
- NETA certification preferred, but not required
- MSHA 30 CFR Part 46 (coal/metal/non-metal | above ground/underground) certification preferred but not required.
- Experience with various manufacturers and types of switchgear components, including: breakers (air magnetics, vacuum, SF6 or oil-filled), contactors, relays, control systems, load break switches, switchgear lineups, etc.
- Knowledgeable on how to operate and interpret the readings from an insulation resistance tester, ductor, ratio, primary and secondary injection, hi-pot, turn-to-turn resistance tester, and Doble power factor test set
- Strong analytical skills as well as oral and written communication skills
- Experience writing, assembling, and reviewing test reports
- Able to work overtime when needed
You’ll thrive at IPS if you…
- Lead with integrity and prioritize safety. You demonstrate high standards and commit to a safe, ethical workplace.
- Value teamwork and accountability. You work well with others, take responsibility, serve others, and deliver on your commitments.
- Focus on the customer. You are dedicated to providing an unmatched customer experience and exceeding expectations.
- Have an entrepreneurial spirit. You’re proactive, innovative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicate effectively and with purpose. You keep everyone informed with clear, concise communication.
- Stay curious and love to learn. You continuously seek new knowledge and grow personally and professionally.
Who We Are:
At Integrated Power Services (IPS), we're committed to empowering you to make a meaningful impact. As the industry's leading and fastest-growing service provider, IPS offers single-source electromechanical and power management solutions to enhance the reliability of critical infrastructure across North America and the United Kingdom. We serve over 30,000 essential customer locations, from renewable energy pioneers to hospitals, manufacturers, and municipalities, helping them avoid costly downtime and ensure mission-critical operations.
When you join IPS, you're joining a team that's revolutionizing equipment and process reliability across diverse sectors, from power generation to petrochemicals, and beyond. You'll learn from industry experts, grow alongside a talented workforce, and be part of a company that is built on the Shared Values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Entrepreneurial Spirit.
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k Employer Match
- Bonus Incentives
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- And more!
Special Accommodations: If you require assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with IPS, please contact us at careers@ips.us. Please note that this email is to be used for accommodation requests, not general employment inquiries.
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Align your credentials to LCA-filed roles
Integrated Power Services files Labor Condition Applications with the DOL for specific job titles before sponsoring. Review the posted Operations Engineer job descriptions carefully and match your resume language to the exact title and duties listed to strengthen your petition.
Prioritize open roles in active facilities
Operations Engineer openings at Integrated Power Services tend to cluster around service centers with active repair and maintenance demand. Target locations with posted openings rather than cold-applying to headquarters, since sponsorship decisions are typically made at the hiring manager level.
Document your engineering degree field precisely
H-1B specialty occupation approval for Operations Engineer roles requires a direct connection between your degree field and the job duties. Mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering degrees map cleanly. If your degree is in a related field, get a credentials evaluation from NACES before applying.
Use OPT or CPT to build a sponsorship case
Starting at Integrated Power Services on F-1 OPT or CPT lets you demonstrate value before H-1B filing season. Employers in manufacturing are more likely to commit to H-1B sponsorship after seeing on-site performance in a technical operations role.
Time your application around the H-1B filing window
USCIS opens H-1B registration in March each year with an October 1 start date. If you're targeting a full-time Operations Engineer role requiring H-1B sponsorship, begin conversations with hiring managers no later than January to allow time for internal approvals before registration opens.
Browse verified sponsorship roles on Migrate Mate
Searching for Operations Engineer roles with confirmed visa sponsorship at manufacturing employers saves significant time. Use Migrate Mate to filter for Integrated Power Services openings where sponsorship is already part of the hiring process, not an afterthought you negotiate after an offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Integrated Power Services sponsor H-1B visas for Operations Engineers?
Yes, Integrated Power Services sponsors H-1B visas for Operations Engineer roles. The company operates across multiple service centers in the manufacturing and industrial repair sector, and has filed H-1B petitions for technical positions in this function. Your offer letter and supporting documentation will need to demonstrate that the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a relevant engineering degree.
How do I apply for Operations Engineer jobs at Integrated Power Services?
Applications go through the Integrated Power Services careers portal, where Operations Engineer openings are posted by location and service center. You can also find sponsorship-confirmed listings on Migrate Mate, which filters for roles where visa sponsorship is part of the hiring process. Tailor your resume to the specific facility and operational scope described in the posting before applying.
Which visa types does Integrated Power Services support for Operations Engineer roles?
Integrated Power Services has supported H-1B sponsorship for Operations Engineers and has also hired candidates on F-1 OPT and CPT. TN visas are an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals whose engineering credentials align with the TN professional categories recognized by USCIS. Each visa type has different authorization timelines, so confirm the specific pathway with the recruiter early in the process.
What qualifications does Integrated Power Services expect for Operations Engineer candidates?
Operations Engineer roles at Integrated Power Services typically require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering. Candidates with hands-on experience in manufacturing environments, rotating equipment, or power distribution systems are well positioned. Familiarity with maintenance systems, process optimization, or reliability engineering strengthens your application, particularly for roles in high-volume service center locations.
How long does the H-1B sponsorship process take for Operations Engineer hires?
From offer acceptance to H-1B start date, the process typically spans several months. USCIS opens registration in March, and approved petitions have an October 1 start date under the standard timeline. Premium processing, which USCIS currently adjudicates within 15 business days, is available if you and your employer need faster confirmation of approval after lottery selection.