Grid Operations Manager

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Facility & Space Operations: Oversee daily operations of the R&D facility, keeping the space organized, functional, and optimized for multiple cross-functional teams working simultaneously.
• Workcell Project Management: Lead R&D workcell builds from design phase to full assembly, commissioning, and preventive maintenance.
• Space Planning: Strategically map out building floor plans to accommodate incoming equipment, temporary builds, and ongoing operational workflows.

Job requirements

• 5+ years of experience in space planning, industrial facility management, or hardware project management.
• Experience using CAD software for 2D/3D facility layout, workcell placement, and spatial planning.
• Demonstrated track record of managing technical buildouts or workcell projects from concept to completion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to keep diverse teams aligned.
• Low-ego, team-first collaborative style with a pragmatic, "can-do" approach to daily problem-solving.
• Electrical Systems Knowledge: Practical understanding of building electrical infrastructure, power load requirements, and drop planning for industrial machinery/workcells.
• Hands-On Fabrication Skills: Practical experience with custom fabrication, mechanical assembly, prototyping, or working with shop tools to build physical test rigs or workcells.