Maximo Specialist - Business Automation

Job Summary

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is seeking an experienced Maximo Specialist - Business Automation (P2) to join our team. LRE operates and maintains over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects, totaling 4 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity. This role combines Maximo expertise with program management skills to improve automation and operational workflows.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Maximo super user and subject matter expert in development, implementation, and user support.
• Integrate new Maximo modules or mobile applications that improve field operations efficiency through coordination with internal and external resources.
• Oversee the deployment of mobile and digital tools that integrate with Maximo, enabling real-time data access and entry to optimize fieldwork.
• Work with targeted users to define functional, training, testing, and Hypercare requirements.
• Provide Hypercare support and document bugs and issues as new Sites go Live.
• Conduct training and testing for both field operations and administrative professionals on new and existing features.
• Communicate changes effectively to stakeholders.
• Mentor users in advanced Maximo applications, cultivating a network of skilled users who actively contribute to improved workflow efficiency.
• Assess current Maximo and operational workflows to identify inefficiencies, recommending and implementing changes to maximize uptime, reliability, and productivity.
• Drive end-to-end process improvements, collaborating with cross-functional teams to refine Maximo-enabled workflows.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree plus certification in Maximo or other enterprise asset management (EAM) software.
• Experience: minimum 5 years’ experience with Maximo, SAP, or other EAM software; experience in power generation operations is preferred.
• Technical Expertise: demonstrated implementation of Maximo modules, mobile platforms, and integration capabilities; familiarity with AI tools and automation techniques to support operational efficiencies is preferred.
• Change Management: Experience leading successful change initiatives and continuous improvement projects in O&M contexts.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and training skills, either in-person or remotely.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Maximo, Six Sigma, Lean Management, Agile or other related methodologies.
• Experience with Maximo Application Suite (8 or 9).
• Familiarity with industry standards and compliance frameworks (OSHA, ISO) for operational safety and excellence and performance in renewable energy plants.
• Knowledge or familiarity with use of AI applications in operational planning and analysis.