Performance Engineer – Technical Operations

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🏄 California – Remote

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⛰️ Colorado – Remote

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🏄 California – Remote ⛰️ Colorado – Remote 🗽 New York – Remote 🤠 Texas – Remote

💵 $108k - $118k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟢 Junior

🟡 Mid-level

⚙️ Operations

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Intersect Power

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Energy • Renewable Energy • Clean Technology

Intersect Power is a clean energy company dedicated to developing, owning, and operating some of the world's largest clean energy resources. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on scalable and transformative projects that enable deep decarbonization by providing low-carbon electricity, fuels, and related products. Intersect Power's portfolio includes 2. 2 GW of operating solar PV and 2. 4 GWh of storage, and it aims to lead in grid-tied renewables and large-scale clean energy assets such as battery storage, data centers, and green hydrogen. The company's mission is to redefine the clean energy industry's scope by creating new pathways between clean electricity and the broader economy.

51 - 200 employees

Founded 2016

⚡ Energy

💰 $2.4G Debt Financing on 2022-09

📋 Description

• Monitor and Optimize Site Performance • Track PV and storage system performance using advanced data analytics tools to identify underperformance and emerging issues • Diagnose root causes using operational data, engineering knowledge, and site feedback • Prioritize and escalate issues to ensure timely resolution and minimal operational impact • Strengthen Operational Reporting and Insights • Develop clear production reports and summaries of field service activities in coordination with site teams and third-party O&M • Support ongoing root-cause investigations and maintain thorough documentation for operational learnings • Prepare performance reporting to lenders, highlighting production trends, key issues, and mitigation actions • Drive Collaboration Across Asset Operations • Partner with Asset Management to allocate resources and budgets toward the highest-priority site needs • Coordinate with O&M providers to ensure effective maintenance execution and strong communication flows • Contribute engineering insight to support real-time operational decision-making • Enhance Controls and System Performance • Optimize PV, storage, and plant-level control systems to maximize system availability and output in ERCOT market conditions • Use modeling tools such as PlantPredict to evaluate performance and identify improvement opportunities

🎯 Requirements

• A technical educational background, such as a STEM bachelor’s degree or a major in environmental or sustainability sciences • 2+ years of experience as a performance engineer for a power plant operator or developer; experience working with O&M providers is a plus • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and quantify performance issues using data • Proficiency with PlantPredict and other performance modeling tools • Ability to read and interpret electrical single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, and technical schematics • Working knowledge of plant operations, electrical systems, SCADA systems, and general power-generation processes • Experience analyzing equipment performance using digital monitoring and diagnostic tools • Familiarity with scripting languages, preferably Python • Proficiency with G Suite and experience using monitoring platforms such as Envision, Power Factors, and AlsoEnergy • Qualities that will help you succeed: structured problem-solving, curiosity, clear communication, and a collaborative working style

🏖️ Benefits

• Health & wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision • Time to recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year) • Family support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot • Mental health: Free access to Ginger coaching and counseling, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation • Retirement: 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track • Perks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, pet insurance allowance, and full home office setup