Field Technical Program Manager

TAE Power Solutions

. Lead customer-facing field execution and technical issue resolution for BESS and related energy storage solutions .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical program management and field engineering, with a strong focus on troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and cross-functional coordination. Proficient in managing complex electro-mechanical systems and energy storage solutions while ensuring effective communication and customer engagement.

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Technical Program ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipRoot-Cause AnalysisBESS Architecture FamiliarityProject Management Tools Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Technical Issue ResolutionElectro-Mechanical SystemsPower ElectronicsEnergy StorageSystems IntegrationField EngineeringData-Driven ReportingRoot-Cause MethodsTroubleshootingCommissioning

Soft Skills

Customer-Facing CommunicationClear Written ReportingInfluencing Without Direct Authority

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluenceMicrosoft ProjectExcel

Industry Keywords

BESSPower Conversion EquipmentIndustrial Power SystemsEngineering Change ManagementConfiguration ControlField QualitySafety PracticesEnergy Storage Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead customer-facing field execution and technical issue resolution for BESS and related energy storage solutions
Serve as the primary program coordination point for field issues
Coordinate across Engineering, Operations, Service, Supply Chain, contract manufacturers, and customers
Drive timely troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, corrective action, and issue closure
Ensure clear ownership, priorities, milestones, and communication
Translate customer and field feedback into actionable inputs for product improvement, reliability, and future deployments
Drive structured program governance and cross-functional execution
Provide visibility into schedules, risks, dependencies, and customer impacts
Manage technical investigations and customer escalations through resolution
Maintain transparent status reporting and follow-through on commitments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Electronics, Energy Systems, or a related technical field (equivalent experience considered)
5-8+ years in technical program management, field engineering, systems integration, commissioning, or technical issue resolution
Experience with complex electro-mechanical systems, power conversion equipment, energy storage, or industrial power systems
Track record leading cross-functional teams through technical investigations and customer escalations
Experience managing issues from identification through containment, root-cause analysis, corrective action, and closure
Familiarity or working knowledge of BESS architecture, including battery systems, PCS, controls, thermal management
Ability to interpret equipment specifications, alarms, fault logs, test results, and commissioning records
Proficiency with project management and issue tracking tools, such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, and Excel
Strong customer-facing communication, clear written reporting, and influencing without direct authority
Ability to travel 25-30% to customer sites and manufacturing or test facilities as needed
Hands-on field troubleshooting experience, including site readiness, startup, and diagnostics
Familiarity with structured root-cause methods, including 5 Whys, Fishbone, fault-tree, and failure analysis
Experience coordinating with contract manufacturers, suppliers, and quality teams on product and workmanship issues
Understanding of power electronics and controls, including PCS/inverters, communications, and system-level performance
Familiarity with engineering change management, configuration control, field quality, and lessons-learned processes
Working knowledge of safety practices and applicable energy storage standards
Data-driven reporting experience, including issue aging and trend analysis
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Must live within a reasonable daily commute of Houston, Texas, or plan to relocate there

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities
Customer-facing field role with technical and professional development exposure