Director Of Research Operations Jobs in San Antonio, TX
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We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project coordinators, risk analysts, customer service operators, community representatives, safety and security specialists, communicators, human resources partners, information technology technicians and much, much more. We are 3,500 people committed to enhancing the lives of the communities we serve. Together, we are powering the growth and success of our community progress every day!
Deadline to Apply: July 6, 2026
Power Generation: Braunig/Leon Creek Power Station Location: San Antonio, Tx
**The 12-month service requirement for CPS Energy employees has been waived for this role. Those interested may apply regardless of time in service with CPS Energy.**
Pay Grade
19
Position Summary
Ensures that Units are operated safely, efficiently and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures/Requirements and regulations while maintaining a safe working environment for all personnel. Interacts daily with Energy Market Operations to review unit operating status and schedule maintenance outages that minimize generation and financial impact to the system. Reviews the status of units daily with the Plant Director and Maintenance personnel to evaluate outstanding issues that need repair for proper unit operation and safety. Provides supervision to Operations and Maintenance personnel to ensure Plant Reliability issues are addressed and Standard Operating Procedures are followed. Monitors Unit and Environmental parameters to ensure compliance. Prepares reports required by Regulatory Agencies (Outage/De-rating/Incident reports) in a timely manner. Assumes all Operations and Maintenance responsibilities during the absence of the Plant Director. Performs daily required activities for Plant Operations.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Responsible for unit safe operations while maintaining optimal performance to maintain reliability and availability.
- Manages activities in a highly dynamic environment that requires continuous re-prioritization as determined by operational/maintenance situations that arise daily. Ability to effectively communicate with Power Generation personnel and across other business units.
- Manages all maintenance/operations activities, including PM compliance program for regulatory and reliability compliance. Identifies/implements initiatives to address/correct equipment deficiencies through proactive processes.
- Develops plant budget and assists plant engineers with budget planning. Utilizes the Maintenance Management System to identify reoccurring plant equipment problems including cost. Approves purchasing for plant site.
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve Power Generation Work Management principles to improve the reliability and availability of PG assets.
- Communicates with Energy Market Operations to discuss unit issues and to schedule outages for optimal commercial availability of units.
- Manages Power Plant Ops/Maint. personnel including completing & delivering Plant supervisory employee reviews.
- Ensure overhaul budget development and management to meet corporate targets.
- Ensures units are operating within Environmental Compliance with regards to emission limits set forth by Regulatory Agencies.
- Ensures units are Operating in accordance with NERC standards and all Operations personnel receive required training.
- Manages NERC CIP requirements and NERC certification process for maintenance personnel.
- Manages the Safety program at the plant location. Ensures that all employees comply with the safety and health program in support of an incident and injury free workplace.
- Reviews/improves operational processes and ensures that operating personnel are properly trained and adhere to established procedures in accordance with industry standards.
- Reviews/provides input to maintenance and assists with evaluation/troubleshooting of equipment abnormalities.
- Assumes all Plant Director duties for plant operations and maintenance during absence.
- Assists in coordinating daily maintenance work activities with Operations.
- Reviews/Updates PMs with Plant Directors and Foremen to optimize maintenance man-hours and PM frequency.
- Reviews Plant Performance KPIs for Balance Scorecard. Makes and implements performance improvement measures as needed.
- Performs incident command duties to conform with SPCC policies.
- Develops continual open communication between Plant leadership roles including operation supervisors, foremen, and support services.
- Demonstrates flexibility/availability to respond on after-hour emergencies.
- Ensures compliance with corporate policies and labor relations agreements.
- Identifies risks to associated personnel and/or facilities and develops mitigation plans to minimize the risks.
- Mentors/assists in the leadership development of direct reports to assume roles of increasing responsibility.
- Confers with Engineers and personnel to resolve malfunctions, review system performance, oversee repairs/improvements and review operating characteristics of plant systems during post overhaul startup.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Skills
Minimum Knowledge and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
- PE registration / State of Texas
- Experience in working at a power plant environment.
- Specific experience operating and/or maintaining LM6000 aeroderivative engines.
Competencies
Minimum Education
Required Certifications
Working Environment
Physical Demands
CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.
We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project coordinators, risk analysts, customer service operators, community representatives, safety and security specialists, communicators, human resources partners, information technology technicians and much, much more. We are 3,500 people committed to enhancing the lives of the communities we serve. Together, we are powering the growth and success of our community progress every day!
Deadline to Apply: July 6, 2026
Power Generation: Braunig/Leon Creek Power Station Location: San Antonio, Tx
**The 12-month service requirement for CPS Energy employees has been waived for this role. Those interested may apply regardless of time in service with CPS Energy.**
Pay Grade
19
Position Summary
Ensures that Units are operated safely, efficiently and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures/Requirements and regulations while maintaining a safe working environment for all personnel. Interacts daily with Energy Market Operations to review unit operating status and schedule maintenance outages that minimize generation and financial impact to the system. Reviews the status of units daily with the Plant Director and Maintenance personnel to evaluate outstanding issues that need repair for proper unit operation and safety. Provides supervision to Operations and Maintenance personnel to ensure Plant Reliability issues are addressed and Standard Operating Procedures are followed. Monitors Unit and Environmental parameters to ensure compliance. Prepares reports required by Regulatory Agencies (Outage/De-rating/Incident reports) in a timely manner. Assumes all Operations and Maintenance responsibilities during the absence of the Plant Director. Performs daily required activities for Plant Operations.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Responsible for unit safe operations while maintaining optimal performance to maintain reliability and availability.
- Manages activities in a highly dynamic environment that requires continuous re-prioritization as determined by operational/maintenance situations that arise daily. Ability to effectively communicate with Power Generation personnel and across other business units.
- Manages all maintenance/operations activities, including PM compliance program for regulatory and reliability compliance. Identifies/implements initiatives to address/correct equipment deficiencies through proactive processes.
- Develops plant budget and assists plant engineers with budget planning. Utilizes the Maintenance Management System to identify reoccurring plant equipment problems including cost. Approves purchasing for plant site.
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve Power Generation Work Management principles to improve the reliability and availability of PG assets.
- Communicates with Energy Market Operations to discuss unit issues and to schedule outages for optimal commercial availability of units.
- Manages Power Plant Ops/Maint. personnel including completing & delivering Plant supervisory employee reviews.
- Ensure overhaul budget development and management to meet corporate targets.
- Ensures units are operating within Environmental Compliance with regards to emission limits set forth by Regulatory Agencies.
- Ensures units are Operating in accordance with NERC standards and all Operations personnel receive required training.
- Manages NERC CIP requirements and NERC certification process for maintenance personnel.
- Manages the Safety program at the plant location. Ensures that all employees comply with the safety and health program in support of an incident and injury free workplace.
- Reviews/improves operational processes and ensures that operating personnel are properly trained and adhere to established procedures in accordance with industry standards.
- Reviews/provides input to maintenance and assists with evaluation/troubleshooting of equipment abnormalities.
- Assumes all Plant Director duties for plant operations and maintenance during absence.
- Assists in coordinating daily maintenance work activities with Operations.
- Reviews/Updates PMs with Plant Directors and Foremen to optimize maintenance man-hours and PM frequency.
- Reviews Plant Performance KPIs for Balance Scorecard. Makes and implements performance improvement measures as needed.
- Performs incident command duties to conform with SPCC policies.
- Develops continual open communication between Plant leadership roles including operation supervisors, foremen, and support services.
- Demonstrates flexibility/availability to respond on after-hour emergencies.
- Ensures compliance with corporate policies and labor relations agreements.
- Identifies risks to associated personnel and/or facilities and develops mitigation plans to minimize the risks.
- Mentors/assists in the leadership development of direct reports to assume roles of increasing responsibility.
- Confers with Engineers and personnel to resolve malfunctions, review system performance, oversee repairs/improvements and review operating characteristics of plant systems during post overhaul startup.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Skills
Minimum Knowledge and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
- PE registration / State of Texas
- Experience in working at a power plant environment.
- Specific experience operating and/or maintaining LM6000 aeroderivative engines.
Competencies
Minimum Education
Required Certifications
Working Environment
Physical Demands
CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon3
- Marriott International3
- SWBC2
- USAA2
- Goldbelt2
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail9
- Healthcare & Medical Services7
- Insurance4
- Technology & Software4
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces4
Director Of Research Operations Jobs in San Antonio: Frequently Asked Questions
How many director of research operations jobs are there in San Antonio?
There are 71+ director of research operations openings in San Antonio, Texas on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New positions post regularly as San Antonio employers hire.
Which companies hire director of research operationss in San Antonio?
Companies currently hiring director of research operationss in San Antonio include Amazon, Marriott International, and SWBC, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote director of research operations jobs in San Antonio?
Yes. About 8% of director of research operations openings tied to San Antonio are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in and around San Antonio.
Which industries hire the most director of research operationss in San Antonio?
The sectors hiring the most director of research operationss in San Antonio are Retail, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
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