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Solar Performance Engineer

Remotely
Full-time
Renewable Energy SCADA Mechanical Engineer Data analysis Solar Energy Systems Python

We are a forward-thinking leader in the renewable energy sector, managing a diverse and growing portfolio of utility-scale solar assets. Our team is composed of industry experts dedicated to maximizing the value and impact of clean energy investments through meticulous analysis and innovative operational strategies. By joining us, you will contribute to a sustainable future while advancing your career in a dynamic, data-driven environment focused on technical excellence and continuous improvement.


Key Responsibilities

- Lead comprehensive performance analysis for a large portfolio of utility-scale solar PV assets using advanced monitoring platforms (e.g., GPM, AlsoEnergy, PowerFactors).

- Identify, diagnose, and resolve complex underperformance issues—including soiling, degradation, inverter faults, and tracker anomalies—through rigorous root cause analysis.

- Develop and implement data-driven strategies for performance optimization and asset enhancement to increase energy yield and revenue.

- Ensure the integrity and availability of high-quality data streams from SCADA and Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) for precise analysis.

- Create and present insightful performance reports, articulating key performance indicators (KPIs) like availability, performance ratio (PR), and specific yield to both technical and financial stakeholders.

- Utilize your programming skills in Python or R and advanced SQL to manipulate, query, and analyze vast operational datasets.

- Model expected energy production using PVSyst, comparing projections against actual performance to quantify and investigate deviations.

- Collaborate closely with O&M providers to coordinate field activities, validate the effectiveness of repairs, and track corrective actions via CMMS platforms.


Required Qualifications & Skills

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related technical discipline.

- 3-5+ years of direct experience working as a Performance Engineer, Asset Management Engineer, or in a similar role within the solar energy industry.

- Proven expertise in analyzing operational data from utility-scale solar power plants and a deep understanding of their failure modes.

- High proficiency with industry-standard solar monitoring platforms and an aptitude for learning new software systems.

- Strong programming skills for data analysis, specifically with Python (leveraging libraries like Pandas, NumPy) or R, combined with advanced SQL capabilities for database management.

- Demonstrable experience with PV performance modeling software, with a strong preference for PVSyst.

- In-depth knowledge of PV system components, SCADA architecture, data acquisition hardware, and industrial communication protocols.

- Exceptional analytical and statistical skills, with a talent for transforming raw data into actionable intelligence.

- Experience with data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau) to build compelling dashboards and reports.


Preferred Qualifications

- Master’s degree in a relevant engineering or data science field.

- Prior experience working directly for an Independent Power Producer (IPP), Asset Owner, or a third-party asset management firm.

- Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for work order tracking.

- Knowledge of advanced statistical methods or machine learning for predictive maintenance applications.