High Voltage Operations Manager - Sodexo

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a High Voltage Operations Manager for a large pharmaceutical client site located in Rahway, New Jersey. As an expert in electrical systems, you will oversee the safe and efficient operation of critical infrastructure, from substations to UPS units. Your leadership will ensure continuous system performance, troubleshooting, and collaboration with contractors while managing maintenance schedules and compliance. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong on a team where your expertise in electrical operations will make a daily impact, and you can thrive in a role that empowers you to lead with purpose.

Please note, this is a full-time salaried 40/hr a week position that will require candidates to work frequent weekends

SodexoMagic 

SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, and Sodexo. As a certified minority company, we deliver food, facilities management and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges and universities and aviation lounges. This strategic alliance between Magic Johnson Enterprises and Sodexo, Inc., enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve.

What You'll Do

• Oversee vendor management for UPS and generator systems, ensuring compliance with monthly and yearly preventative maintenance schedules.
• Support Medium Voltage systems and serve as a backup Main System Engineer.
• Review and design electrical drawings in line with NEC and IEEE standards.
• Apply knowledge of NFPA-110, NFPA-70E, and NFPA-70B to maintain system safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with electrical contractors and testing companies for system optimization and troubleshooting
• Manage electrical shutdowns, oversee pre-shutdown meetings, and act as the primary point of contact for electrical installations or shutdowns.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Utilize your Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or NJ electrician license to oversee electrical operations and maintenance.
• Leverage 7+ years of experience to plan, schedule, and manage electrical system maintenance activities.
• Use SAP CMMS, Maximo, and Microsoft Office to track, analyze, and report on maintenance tasks.
• Apply proficiency in electrical design and analysis software to support system design and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills while interacting with team members, contractors, and external agencies.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, showing initiative and organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently.

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 5 years   

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations or engineering services