[Hiring] Senior Development Engineer @Hanwha Renewables

Role Description

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Sr Development Engineer will be responsible for:

• Technical diligence, design, energy performance forecasts, performance analyses, and verification for hundreds of megawatts of PV and ESS development projects and operating facilities.
• Supporting Project Development and Preconstruction project startup phases with hands-on design engineering, energy performance modeling, technical specifications data analysis, and interpretation for Solar, Solar plus Storage, and Standalone Storage projects up to 1 GW.
• Providing technical support and inputs for PPA and EPC RFP Exhibit preparations.
• Occasional travel to project sites throughout North America.
• Remote working from a location close to a major airport in the US will be considered for suitably experienced candidates.
• Performing other job-related duties as requested by management.

Qualifications

• BS, MS or higher degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Physics, or closely related numerate discipline.
• At least five years of hands-on experience in conducting project site diligence, design engineering, performance modeling, and energy forecasting for Utility-scale PV, PV plus BESS in the solar project development, energy project development spaces, or specialist technical consulting environment.
• Exposure to Plant Predict, NREL System Advisor Model, or Helioscope is an advantage.
• Previous exposure to one or more of: PV module manufacturing quality assurance, PV module performance evaluation and testing; renewable energy project development; solar plant performance and/or operations, testing and troubleshooting of inverters or generators.
• Strong communications skills and ability to clearly convey technical information, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences, including technical teams, stakeholders, and non-technical individuals.
• Proactive and problem solver with ability to identify and address potential technical issues before they escalate.
• Polished interpersonal, technical writing, and presentation skills.
• Proficient computer skills using MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to manage and prioritize concurrent tasks, and to work effectively in a collaborative virtual environment.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to project sites (often in remote locations), to lead or participate in meetings or seminars, and when necessary to work overtime on short notice.

Requirements

• Consolidate project information and inputs to conduct site technical diligence, feasibility analysis, risk identification, and design layouts and reviews in support of M&A acquisitions and cost estimations.
• Perform conceptual or preliminary design evaluations using Helioscope, PlantPredict, SIFT, PVCASE, and/or AUTOCAD design software to support site diligence and cost estimation for Green Field and M&A projects.
• Perform energy production forecasting modeling and analysis activities using PVSYST for all development projects and operating facilities.
• Implement energy production modeling analysis and provide modeling inputs to assist with the optimization of system designs for PV and ESS projects.
• Evaluate and implement energy input assessments, including 3D shading and terrain models using PVSYST, Helios 3D, and other related tools.
• Contribute to the development of technical team capability, technology roadmap, software tools, project and engineering management processes, etc.
• Collaborate with colleagues, consultants, and contractors, and facilitate virtual and in-person meetings.
• Support the ongoing search for improved system performance by contributing to evaluations of new techniques, technologies, systems, and components.
• Follow up on RFIs with third-party contractors and consultants for timely completion of engineering deliverables.
• Contribute to the development of technical scopes-of-work, contract exhibits, and specifications in support of EPC RFP process.
• Proven ability to work independently and proactively, with experience working with cross-functional teams including Business Development, Procurement, and Project Management.
• Basic understanding of solar project schedules, cost estimation, or construction is preferred.

Benefits

• $165,000 - $185,000 salary.