Solar Performance Improvement Engineer (Hybrid Work Schedule)

The Solar Performance Improvement Engineer is responsible for improving the availability, efficiency and reliability of the EDPR solar assets. The Solar Performance Improvement Engineer will provide broad technical support across the organization to promote best practices and achieve operational excellence. This position will be on a hybrid work schedule, working three days in the Downtown Houston office and two days at home.MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIESImprove solar site performance by providing recommendations regarding availability, efficiency, risk mitigation, regulatory compliance and opex issues/initiatives to senior-level EDPR personnelManage initiatives aimed to improve the original power curve of the solar sites (power improvements)Manage cross-platform initiatives between European and North American fleetsWork with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), 3rd party engineers, EDPR engineers, medium component manufacturers and other industry suppliers to ensure fleet performance improvement initiatives are identifiedConduct the root cause analysis (RCA) of the main technical issues of EDPR solar fleet and propose resolutions to address the root causes. Define required budgets, diligently follow up until all identified risks/issues are mitigatedLead the efforts to trial various retrofits to improve solar performance and validate the changes on technical and commercial aspectsProvide recommends for fleet wide implementation plansManage solar supplier technical resources to ensure focus on priorities and achieve performance improvement targets by being the EDPR technical point of contactReview and coordinate all technical aspects of solar supplier major retrofits and upgrades to achieve high reliability and avoid reduced service life and failuresImplement lessons learned on future solar sites and lead continuous improvement of processes to enhance performance of EDPR solar assetsAdditional duties as requiredRESOURCES MANAGEMENTDirect reports: NoneREQUIRED EDUCATIONBachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. Master’s degree will be valuedREQUIRED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE3 – 5 years of proven experience working with electromechanical systems, preferably in the solar energy industry.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGEProficient knowledge of Microsoft OfficeProficiency level of English. Spanish will be valued.Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products preferred.Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise preferredOTHER REQUIREMENTSStrong written/oral communication and presentation skillsAbility to learn wind turbine mechanical functionality and advanced Lean Six Sigma techniquesAbility to read and understand plans, specifications, drawings, and documents relating to engineering and constructionStrong analytical skillsStrong problem-solving skillsHigh attention to detailAbility to multi-taskAbility to be self-motivated and work with minimal directionAbility to perform tasks in a collaborative working environmentStrong time-management skills and demonstrated efficiency in providing technical support on multiple concurrent activitiesStrong planning and organizational skills for developing and implementing complex and multifaceted action plansAbility to operate a motor vehicle, including possession of a valid driver’s licensePhysical capability to climb in order to access wind turbine towers and equipment for inspections and data collectionExemplary standards of integrity, ethics, safety, quality, and productivityWillingness and ability to travel (20 – 30%)Physical demands & working conditions:Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environmentSpeech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule formLifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10-20 poundsVision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule formSafety: Ability to understand, follow, and communicate safety recommendations/precautions when necessary.QualificationsEDUCATIONBachelors or better in Mechanical Engineering or related fieldBachelors or better in Electrical Engineering or related fieldEXPERIENCE3 – 5 years of proven experience working with electromechanical systems, preferably in the solar energy industry.Job SummaryRequisition Number: SOLAR004742Job Category: Skilled ProfessionalSchedule: Full-Time