Voeller, Mike
About Voeller, Mike
Mike Voeller serves as the Vice President of Operations at Cogentrix Energy, LLC, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in power generation management, having held various roles in multiple companies over the past three decades.
Current Role at Cogentrix Energy
Mike Voeller serves as the Vice President of Operations at Cogentrix Energy, LLC, a position he has held since 2018. Based in the Charlotte, North Carolina Area, he plays a crucial role in enhancing operational performance and driving environmental improvements across the company's power generation assets. His leadership focuses on optimizing efficiency and ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
Previous Experience in Energy Management
Prior to his current role, Voeller held various positions at Cogentrix Energy, LLC. He was the General Manager at the Rhode Island State Energy Center from 2016 to 2018 and at LSP Whitewater L.P. from 2005 to 2010. His career also includes a tenure as Plant Manager at the Dave Gates Generating Station with NAES Corporation from 2010 to 2014, and as Montana Production Superintendent at NorthWestern Energy from 2014 to 2016.
Educational Background
Mike Voeller has pursued higher education at multiple institutions. He studied at the University of Phoenix, the University of North Dakota, and Bismarck State College. This educational foundation supports his extensive knowledge and expertise in power generation and energy management.
Expertise in Power Generation Technologies
Voeller possesses extensive experience in managing a diverse range of power generation technologies. His expertise includes gas- and oil-fired combined cycle, coal-fired technologies, solar technologies, and hydroelectric generation. He has been involved in overseeing power plants with a total net generation capacity of approximately 6 GW across major power regions in the United States.
Strategic Contributions to Market Opportunities
In his role at Cogentrix Energy, Voeller contributes to the strategic assessment and pursuit of market opportunities for power generation assets within the Carlyle portfolio. His insights and leadership are vital in navigating the evolving energy landscape and identifying growth opportunities.