[Hiring] Director, Asset Management @Energy Vault

Role Description

The Director of Asset Management is responsible for overseeing the performance, reliability, and commercial success of utility-scale Energy Storage Systems. This role ensures the assets operate efficiently, meet performance and compliance targets, and deliver expected returns throughout their lifecycle. The Asset Manager will serve as the key liaison among internal stakeholders, O&M providers, QSEs, off-takers, and utility partners.

Your Mission:

• Compliance & Reporting:
  • Ensure compliance with ERCOT, NERC, and local regulatory requirements.
  • Manage contracts for NERC registration and compliance services and periodic ERCOT testing.
  • Maintain accurate and auditable records of operational events, tests, and maintenance.
  • Assist in preparing asset reports for internal stakeholders, investors, and regulators.
• Commercial Optimization:
  • Coordinate with distribution service provider, ERCOT, QSE, and offtake partners to validate operational revenues and costs.
  • Ensure all invoices and revenue/cost statements are accurate and ensure timely payment (including Property tax, offtake revenue, Aux energy cost, etc.).
  • Support forecasting, budgeting, and revenue modeling activities.
• Operations & Maintenance:
  • Work closely with internal and external O&M providers to schedule preventive and corrective maintenance and BESS testing.
  • Review and manage service agreements, warranty obligations, and long-term service plans.
  • Ensure all maintenance activities are properly documented and reported.
• Transition and Stakeholder Support:
  • Support project handoff from construction to operations, ensuring asset readiness.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for asset-related inquiries and issues.
• Asset Performance Management:
  • Monitor operational performance of BESS assets via EMS/SCADA systems.
  • Identify underperformance or anomalies and coordinate resolution with field and OEM teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Energy, Business, or a related field.
• 9+ years of experience in asset management, operations, or performance monitoring in the energy sector (BESS or renewables preferred).
• Over 3 years of experience managing NERC Bulk Electric System (BES) compliance activities.
• Strong understanding of financial and commercial aspects of energy storage projects.
• Proficiency in data analysis, financial modeling, and performance reporting.
• Working knowledge of SCADA, EMS systems.
• Familiarity with ISO markets (ERCOT, CAISO, PJM, etc.) and revenue strategies.
• Strong data analysis, reporting, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with familiarity in asset management platforms.
• Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally, up to 25%.
• Comfortable thriving in fast-paced, rapid growth environments.
• A passion for sustainability, our mission, and our vision is a bonus!
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• Annual bonus plan.
• Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
• 401K employer matching.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and family.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Company-paid Life insurance, Short- and Long-term disability insurance.
• 8-weeks for Paternity leave.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Flexible time off plus sick leave.
• Reimbursement for home office equipment, phone, and internet expenses.

Company Description

Energy Vault® (NYSE:NRGV) is a global energy storage and power infrastructure company focused on owning, operating, and enabling resilient, dispatchable energy assets. Energy Vault’s focus is to deliver reliable, flexible power that supports the evolving needs of modern grids, communities, and large energy users.

Energy Vault operates globally, with headquarters in Westlake Village, California and Lugano, Switzerland, and regional development across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

By combining asset ownership with advanced technologies and integration expertise, Energy Vault is building the next generation of critical energy infrastructure, delivering dependable power when and where it matters most.