Remote Manager, PV & Performance Engineering

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Intersect Power

πŸ’΅ $140k-$150k
πŸ“Remote - United States, Canada

Job highlights

Summary

Join a team of friends driven to preserve our planet through low-carbon energy and infrastructure solutions. As a fully remote team, we prioritize building strong connections and a collaborative culture. We are on an aggressive growth trajectory and are staffing key positions.

Requirements

  • 6+ years in PV performance engineering for utility-scale systems, covering development, design, EPC contracting, and construction phases
  • Minimum of 5 capacity tests conducted for utility scale PV power plants per ASTM E2848 standard
  • Managed Independent Engineers scope and deliverables for project financing
  • Advised procurement on PV module and single-axis tracker purchases for projects β‰₯100MW or a cumulative 200MW
  • Expertise in performance optimization and risk assessment
  • Commercially minded engineer focused on LCOE/LCOS
  • Possesses the ability to quantify and communicate risk and opportunities around unknowns in design and technology
  • Understands renewable energy development processes
  • Thrives in a cross functional environment, able to guide discussion and identify dependencies between design, production, cost, land use, and LCOE
  • BS in Engineering required; MS or PhD in Engineering preferred
  • Strong project management skills with a focus on time management, prioritization, and process development
  • Deep understanding of PV modules, DC collection, inverters, and relevant standards (NEC, UL, etc.)
  • Proficient in tools like PVSyst and Plant Predict
  • Scripting knowledge (VBA, Matlab, Python) is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical design (system sizing, equipment selection, electrical modeling) to meet performance and financial targets
  • Create, maintain, and own PV performance & energy models for power plants and modeling process
  • Oversee technology selection for inverters, transformers, PV modules, trackers, DC collection, and wire management systems
  • Guide Independent Engineers (IE) through project financing diligence
  • Optimize design to achieve the lowest Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE)
  • Develop and manage technical specifications for EPC, energy testing protocols, and vendor requirements
  • Support Operations team with data mining and analysis to perform debugging and root cause analysis and support engineering design improvements
  • Support energy estimation for PPA negotiations and ensure cost-efficient, constructable solutions
  • Lead analysis of pre-construction met station data to improve energy model accuracy
  • Collaborate across teams (development, land, procurement) to resolve regulatory, permitting, and technical challenges
  • Ensure adherence to environmental health and safety standards
  • Support clean fuel and green hydrogen energy modeling

Benefits

  • Salary: USD140,000 - $150,000 base salary with 25% annual target bonus
  • Exceptional Healthcare: Access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with 100% premium coverage for both you and your dependents
  • Financial Security: Benefit from a 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track
  • Time Off: Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) +Β  two company-wide vacation weeks (Fourth of July & End of year)
  • Family-Friendly Policies: Experience up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with an additional 6 weeks for birth parents
  • Mental Health and Well-being: Access mental health and behavioral coaching services through Ginger, providing you with the support you need to thrive both personally and professionally
  • Family Planning Support: Navigate family planning with ease through our partnership with Carrot, ensuring a seamless experience for new parents
  • Perks: Enjoy a variety of perks, including a $150 USD monthly food stipend on UberEats and a pet insurance allowance
  • Tech-Ready: Gear up with our new hire tech package, including a laptop, monitor, docking station, webcam, headphones, and more

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