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Mid level energy manager jobs go to professionals ready to own efficiency projects end to end, mentor junior staff, and drive procurement or compliance decisions with limited oversight. Roles run across Education, Construction & Real Estate, and Consulting & Professional Services, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote settings, and employers like Amazon, Burns & McDonnell, and Digital Realty hiring at this level now.
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Job Title Energy Production Operations Manager
Department Energy Systems
Worker Type Regular
Pay Type Salary
Position Salary Minimum $105,000
Position Salary Maximum $125,000
Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.
Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
Benefit Eligible Yes
Screening Date 2026-10-07
Job Description Summary
The position is directly responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day operations of the steam plant, electrical generation plant, remote boilers, and associated distribution via the utility tunnels and underground piping to campus facilities. The position requires managing personnel, budgetary planning, creation and implementation of short and long-term capital and operational improvements, assisting with contract negotiations, and conducting continuous system monitoring to ensure efficient operation and environmental compliance of plant and generation systems. The position requires a high level of analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to proactively identify and address potential issues before they escalate. The unique nature of providing continuous utility service may also require responding to matters outside of regular business hours.
Essential Duties:
System Operations & Maintenance:
- Responsible for the safe and reliable operation and maintenance of the electrical and steam production systems.
- Develops and documents comprehensive preventive and corrective maintenance activities to produce electric and steam.
- Responsible for all operational aspects of electrical generation, maintenance, steam production and associated distribution systems.
- Responsible for coordinating and contracting with external consultants and contractors as needed to operate and maintain energy systems.
- Provide technical support in emergency equipment operation and failure situations as needed on a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week basis.
- Evaluate existing and new operating strategies to ensure optimum efficiency and reliability.
- Perform continuous monitoring of all equipment to meet operational expectations.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP) for equipment operation and maintenance.
- Assist in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance activities.
- Schedule and coordinate steam outages and major overhauls of electrical generation equipment.
- Schedule and coordinate monthly, quarterly and yearly environmental testing.
- Develop and maintain lock out tag out (LOTO) for equipment operation and maintenance.
- Develop, maintain, and analyze appropriate trends and historical data to quickly and effectively identify and correct system abnormalities to mitigate future failures.
- Maintain required documentation for reporting purposes.
Supervision & Leadership:
- Provides direct supervision and technical leadership to University Stationary Steam Engineers.
- Oversees electrical and steam production operations, sets priorities, reviews completed jobs, and manages the unit budget.
- Purchases and maintains adequate inventory to ensure continuous operation.
- Responsible for following and applying rules in personnel contracts, departmental standard operating procedures, and University policies.
- Conduct regular team meetings to discuss operational performance, safety protocols, and schedules.
- Communicate and coordinate system operations and needs with the Director of Energy Systems.
- Manage generating plant expenditures to balance reliability and fiscal responsibility.
- Assists in the creation of departmental budgets. Coordinates training and provides guidance to staff.
- Inspect work in progress and at completion to ensure that the standards of workmanship and safety are maintained.
- Perform administrative activities related to personnel management, purchasing, and contracting.
Emergency Response & System Integrity:
- Provides expert technical support for emergencies, including loss of steam or electrical production, on a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week basis.
- Creates, reviews, and executes complex operating procedures for operations, maintenance activities, outage mitigation, and service restoration.
Project Management & Design Review:
- Reviews the design of projects related to steam and hot water for new construction and renovation projects.
- Creates and maintains written standards for the procurement and installation of steam, hot water and electrical production equipment per applicable codes and the preferences of Miami University.
Strategic Planning & Financial Management:
- Contributes to departmental operational and financial efficiency by creating and executing electrical energy procurement and generator dispatch strategies.
Safety & Compliance:
- Monitors the use of personal protective equipment and procedures to ensure all operations, maintenance and testing operations are conducted in a safe manner.
- Coordinates and documents safety training for key university employees to maintain high operational standards.
- Ensures lock out tag out (LOTO) procedures are being followed.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related degree with five (5) years of experience in facility or plant management, including expertise in electric and steam production and equipment maintenance OR
- Associate's degree in engineering or related degree with seven (7) years of experience in facility or plant management, including expertise in electric and steam production and equipment maintenance OR
- Ten (10) years of experience in facility or plant management, including expertise in electric and steam production and equipment maintenance.
- Possess a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related degree with five (5) years of experience in facility or plant management, including expertise in electric and steam production and equipment maintenance.
- Direct experience managing a complex electrical or steam generation facility at a university, hospital, or power plant.
- Experience managing a unionized technical staff.
- Class Three Stationary Engineers License in State of Ohio.
- Professional certification such as Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Energy Management Professional (EMP), or Certified Energy Procurement Professional (CEP).
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Specific Knowledge:
- Deep working knowledge of electrical and steam generation systems, including boilers, boiler chemistry, boiler feedwater and condensate systems, electrical production and synchronization to electrical grid.
- Familiarity with PJM transmission systems and retail energy procurement is highly desirable.
Technical Understanding:
- Proven ability to read and interpret complex one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, and construction blueprints for planning and troubleshooting purposes.
Leadership & Communication:
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, at all levels within the organization and with third-party vendors.
- Must be able to lead a technical team and respond quickly and effectively during time-sensitive situations.
Managerial Complexity:
- Must be able to successfully handle multiple tasks at once, determine appropriate priorities, and make independent decisions consistent with the objectives of upper management.
- Strong budgeting and administrative abilities are required.
Physical Requirements:
- Physical effort requires considerable walking and standing, with some lifting of materials weighing 25 to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to withstand warm temperatures and perform work in campus tunnel systems.
- Periodically, assignments are given that entail dealing with modestly unpleasant physical conditions.
- Working on ladders and heights may sometimes be required.
Computer Skills:
- Must be proficient in the use of business application software and experienced in the use of a computerized maintenance management software (CMMS).
- Demonstrate proficiency in using business application software (Microsoft applications, google documents).
Additional Position Information (if Applicable)
Required Application Documents
Resume
Special Instructions (if applicable)
NONE
Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses. This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility. For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
Clery Act
As part of the University's commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.
Labor Law Posters for Applicants
Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.
To apply, visit
https://miamioh.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/miamioh-staff/job/Cole-Service-Building/Energy-Production-Operations-Manager_JR104901-1?workerSubType=c79d26910af910051f92586cab6b0000&workerSubType=c79d26910af910051f92586cab6b0001&workerSubType=c79d26910af910051f925a3a24920000&workerSubType=c79d26910af910051f925906a8230000.
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Job Title Energy Production Operations Manager
Department Energy Systems
Worker Type Regular
Pay Type Salary
Position Salary Minimum $105,000
Position Salary Maximum $125,000
Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.
Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
Benefit Eligible Yes
Screening Date 2026-10-07
Job Description Summary
The position is directly responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day operations of the steam plant, electrical generation plant, remote boilers, and associated distribution via the utility tunnels and underground piping to campus facilities. The position requires managing personnel, budgetary planning, creation and implementation of short and long-term capital and operational improvements, assisting with contract negotiations, and conducting continuous system monitoring to ensure efficient operation and environmental compliance of plant and generation systems. The position requires a high level of analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to proactively identify and address potential issues before they escalate. The unique nature of providing continuous utility service may also require responding to matters outside of regular business hours.
Essential Duties:
System Operations & Maintenance:
- Responsible for the safe and reliable operation and maintenance of the electrical and steam production systems.
- Develops and documents comprehensive preventive and corrective maintenance activities to produce electric and steam.
- Responsible for all operational aspects of electrical generation, maintenance, steam production and associated distribution systems.
- Responsible for coordinating and contracting with external consultants and contractors as needed to operate and maintain energy systems.
- Provide technical support in emergency equipment operation and failure situations as needed on a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week basis.
- Evaluate existing and new operating strategies to ensure optimum efficiency and reliability.
- Perform continuous monitoring of all equipment to meet operational expectations.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP) for equipment operation and maintenance.
- Assist in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance activities.
- Schedule and coordinate steam outages and major overhauls of electrical generation equipment.
- Schedule and coordinate monthly, quarterly and yearly environmental testing.
- Develop and maintain lock out tag out (LOTO) for equipment operation and maintenance.
- Develop, maintain, and analyze appropriate trends and historical data to quickly and effectively identify and correct system abnormalities to mitigate future failures.
- Maintain required documentation for reporting purposes.
Supervision & Leadership:
- Provides direct supervision and technical leadership to University Stationary Steam Engineers.
- Oversees electrical and steam production operations, sets priorities, reviews completed jobs, and manages the unit budget.
- Purchases and maintains adequate inventory to ensure continuous operation.
- Responsible for following and applying rules in personnel contracts, departmental standard operating procedures, and University policies.
- Conduct regular team meetings to discuss operational performance, safety protocols, and schedules.
- Communicate and coordinate system operations and needs with the Director of Energy Systems.
- Manage generating plant expenditures to balance reliability and fiscal responsibility.
- Assists in the creation of departmental budgets. Coordinates training and provides guidance to staff.
- Inspect work in progress and at completion to ensure that the standards of workmanship and safety are maintained.
- Perform administrative activities related to personnel management, purchasing, and contracting.
Emergency Response & System Integrity:
- Provides expert technical support for emergencies, including loss of steam or electrical production, on a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week basis.
- Creates, reviews, and executes complex operating procedures for operations, maintenance activities, outage mitigation, and service restoration.
Project Management & Design Review:
- Reviews the design of projects related to steam and hot water for new construction and renovation projects.
- Creates and maintains written standards for the procurement and installation of steam, hot water and electrical production equipment per applicable codes and the preferences of Miami University.
Strategic Planning & Financial Management:
- Contributes to departmental operational and financial efficiency by creating and executing electrical energy procurement and generator dispatch strategies.
Safety & Compliance:
- Monitors the use of personal protective equipment and procedures to ensure all operations, maintenance and testing operations are conducted in a safe manner.
- Coordinates and documents safety training for key university employees to maintain high operational standards.
- Ensures lock out tag out (LOTO) procedures are being followed.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related degree with five (5) years of experience in facility or plant management, including expertise in electric and steam production and equipment maintenance OR
- Associate's degree in engineering or related degree with seven (7) years of experience in facility or plant management, including expertise in electric and steam production and equipment maintenance OR
- Ten (10) years of experience in facility or plant management, including expertise in electric and steam production and equipment maintenance.
- Possess a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related degree with five (5) years of experience in facility or plant management, including expertise in electric and steam production and equipment maintenance.
- Direct experience managing a complex electrical or steam generation facility at a university, hospital, or power plant.
- Experience managing a unionized technical staff.
- Class Three Stationary Engineers License in State of Ohio.
- Professional certification such as Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Energy Management Professional (EMP), or Certified Energy Procurement Professional (CEP).
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Specific Knowledge:
- Deep working knowledge of electrical and steam generation systems, including boilers, boiler chemistry, boiler feedwater and condensate systems, electrical production and synchronization to electrical grid.
- Familiarity with PJM transmission systems and retail energy procurement is highly desirable.
Technical Understanding:
- Proven ability to read and interpret complex one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, and construction blueprints for planning and troubleshooting purposes.
Leadership & Communication:
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, at all levels within the organization and with third-party vendors.
- Must be able to lead a technical team and respond quickly and effectively during time-sensitive situations.
Managerial Complexity:
- Must be able to successfully handle multiple tasks at once, determine appropriate priorities, and make independent decisions consistent with the objectives of upper management.
- Strong budgeting and administrative abilities are required.
Physical Requirements:
- Physical effort requires considerable walking and standing, with some lifting of materials weighing 25 to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to withstand warm temperatures and perform work in campus tunnel systems.
- Periodically, assignments are given that entail dealing with modestly unpleasant physical conditions.
- Working on ladders and heights may sometimes be required.
Computer Skills:
- Must be proficient in the use of business application software and experienced in the use of a computerized maintenance management software (CMMS).
- Demonstrate proficiency in using business application software (Microsoft applications, google documents).
Additional Position Information (if Applicable)
Required Application Documents
Resume
Special Instructions (if applicable)
NONE
Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses. This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility. For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
Clery Act
As part of the University's commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.
Labor Law Posters for Applicants
Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.
To apply, visit
https://miamioh.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/miamioh-staff/job/Cole-Service-Building/Energy-Production-Operations-Manager_JR104901-1?workerSubType=c79d26910af910051f92586cab6b0000&workerSubType=c79d26910af910051f92586cab6b0001&workerSubType=c79d26910af910051f925a3a24920000&workerSubType=c79d26910af910051f925906a8230000.
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Mid Level Energy Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level energy manager job?
Position your experience around concrete outcomes: audits completed, consumption reduced, costs avoided, or systems implemented. Highlight direct ownership of energy projects rather than supporting roles. Certifications like the Certified Energy Manager credential strengthen your application significantly. Tailor your resume to show that you can operate independently, manage vendor relationships, and report findings to leadership without close supervision.
Which companies hire mid level energy managers?
Companies hiring mid level energy managers right now include Amazon, Burns & McDonnell, and Digital Realty, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from large manufacturers, utilities, healthcare systems, commercial real estate firms, and municipalities with ongoing capital improvement or sustainability commitments.
Are there remote mid level energy manager jobs?
Yes, though most roles still require some on-site presence for audits and equipment assessments. About 38% of mid level energy manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at corporate or multi-site organizations where analysis and reporting work can be done off-site between facility visits.
How do I move up to a mid level energy manager role?
Moving into mid level typically means building a portfolio of completed projects with measurable impact, such as a successful energy audit, a building retrofit, or a utility rebate program you led. Deeper fluency in energy modeling tools, ENERGY STAR benchmarking, and demand-side management, combined with demonstrated ownership rather than just task execution, is what distinguishes mid level candidates from early-career analysts.
Which industries hire the most mid level energy managers?
Mid Level energy manager roles concentrate in Education, Construction & Real Estate, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they operate large, energy-intensive facilities, face regulatory reporting requirements, and have sustainability or cost-reduction goals that require a dedicated professional with enough experience to execute independently.