Job Description
Job Title: Senior Manager, Product ManagementDepartment: Asset OperationsReports to: EVP, Asset OperationsEffective Date: January 2026Location: RemoteTravel: Up to 20%
POSITION PURPOSE:
This is a full-time, exempt position that will be reporting to the EVP, Asset Operations. The Senior Manager, Product Management will lead the strategic direction, execution, and continuous improvement of software and systems supporting the Asset Operations department at KCE, with a focus on SCADA systems and related integrations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Vision, Strategy, and Roadmap
- Work with the EVP, Asset Operations and key stakeholders from Technology and Engineering to guide vision and strategy for software and systems including SCADA, SCADA integrations, and cross-departmental initiatives related to operational excellence and building a strong digital foundation for KCE’s growth as an IPP.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive SCADA roadmap aligned with business objectives and fleet growth.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive cross-departmental initiative roadmap aligned with business objectives and fleet growth.
- Prioritize features and projects based on stakeholder input, business impact, and technical feasibility.
- Lead the transition to standardized architectures and scalable processes to minimize incremental workload across departments as KCE’s fleet expands.
- Product Management and Execution
- Lead project execution, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and alignment with requirements.
- Drive user acceptance testing (UAT) and process improvements across SCADA and integrated products.
- Implement best practices for documentation, code management, and release tracking.
- Champion cross-functional collaboration to clarify requirements, resolve scope gaps, and improve delivery outcomes.
- All other duties as required.
WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS:
- 2+ years of experience in battery energy storage systems (BESS) and 8+ years of experience in energy.
- Undergraduate degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or other technical field preferred, with an MBA and/or advanced degree in engineering, finance, business, or related management a plus.
- Deep technical knowledge of lithium-ion batteries and the grid-scale energy storage industry.
- Demonstrated experience in product management, project execution, and cross-functional leadership.
- Strong understanding of SCADA systems, industrial protocols, and product integrations.
- Proved ability to manage competing priorities, drive process improvements, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to successfully meet deadlines under pressure.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work in a small team.
- Willingness to travel up to 20% for site visits and company events.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of working at a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Must have the ability to identify and distinguish colors
