Manager - Warranty & Authorized Service Provider
5 days ago
Houston
Job Description About NovaSource NovaSource Power Services is the world’s #1-ranked solar operations and maintenance (O&M) provider and insight-driven total asset optimization partner for renewables asset owners ready to fuel smart growth. With over 20 years of operating experience and a presence on 5 continents, NovaSource has the global reach and strategic capabilities to achieve our clients’ renewables goals around the world. NovaSource’s comprehensive approach to total asset optimization in addition to O&M services includes value engineering, performance analysis, strategic supply chain management, and advanced monitoring systems. The company operates in key global markets managing over 30GW of solar power plants. NovaSource’s expertise extends beyond solar and includes battery energy storage systems (BESS), offering a complete suite of services for the evolving renewable energy landscape. This role is responsible for managing warranty claims and technical resolutions with OEMs, EPCs, and component manufacturers. Key Responsibilities: Warranty Lifecycle Management • Oversee the full lifecycle of warranty claims for utility-scale PV and BESS assets, ensuring timely and accurate resolution., • Maintain a centralized warranty tracking system with detailed documentation of claims, timelines, and outcomes., • Serve as program owner for all OEM authorized service provider agreements across PV and BESS assets., • Lead ASP onboarding, certification, and renewal activities, including:, • OEM training and credential requirements, • Technician qualification and authorization tracking, • Tooling, firmware, software access, and documentation controls, • Act as primary OEM point of contact for ASP audits, performance reviews, corrective actions, and contract renewals, • Act as the primary liaison with OEMs, EPCs, and component manufacturers for warranty-related matters., • Lead negotiations and escalations to ensure timely and cost-effective resolution of claims., • Develop and present remediation proposals to warranty providers for claim-related repairs, replacements, or upgrades., • Sell internal service capabilities (e.g., field repair, component replacement, diagnostics) as reimbursable solutions under warranty agreements., • Build cost estimates, scopes of work, and technical justifications to support commercial discussions with OEMs and EPCs., • Maintain accurate records of warranty claims, part replacements, and service interventions, and ASP authorizations across all utility-scale sites., • Own centralized tracking of:, • ASP certifications and OEM authorizations, • Technician qualifications and expirations, • OEM compliance metrics, • Identify inefficiencies in the warranty and ASP processes and implement improvements to reduce claim cycle time, OEM dependency, and increase recovery rates., • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards during ASP and warranty-related interventions., • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related technical field., • 5–8 years of experience in warranty, operations, or asset management, • Proven experience in commercial negotiations and selling technical services to OEMs or EPCs., • Deep understanding of PV modules, inverters, transformers, switchgear, and BESS technologies., • Familiarity with OEM warranty structures, EPC contracts, and service-level agreements (SLAs)., • Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills., • Proficiency in ERP and CMMS platforms (e.g., ServiceMax, Maximo), and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel). All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. In order to best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. NovaSource is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship. Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. 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