Operations Engineer - Solar

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with utility solar experience to oversee and manage the daily operation of a rapidly growing portfolio of utility-scale PV plants.

The Operations Engineer is the main technical point of contact for a portfolio of utility-scale solar assets, focused on performance, troubleshooting, and improving operating assets
. They also work directly with customers, translating SCADA data and field issues into clear updates and corrective actions.

• Monitor the day-to-day operation and long-term performance of numerous utility scale PV facilities.
• Data analysis of underperforming PV assets and derive actionable items to improve overall performance.
• Predict future issues utilizing data analytics and support improving data infrastructure.
• Support performance reporting for asset management and project finance teams.
• Serve as the primary customer-facing technical interface for an assigned portfolio—responding to technical inquiries and providing clear, actionable updates on plant status, performance, and risks.
• Translate site events (alarms, outages, curtailments, equipment issues) into customer-ready incident summaries, root cause findings, and corrective/preventive action plans (CAPA).
• Prepare and present technical performance narratives (e.g., monthly/quarterly reviews) including key drivers, KPIs, and recommendations to improve availability and energy yield.

• BS. and/or MS in Electrical or Power Systems engineering
• 1-2 years of experience in operations of power system equipment (Inverters, Transformers, Switchgear, Circuit Breakers, etc.)
• Experience with operation of SCADA, DAS, and communication equipment.
• Experience in aspects of electrical maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring.
• Ability to read and understand electrical single-line, three-line diagrams, schematic diagrams, DAS drawings, and Structural drawings.
• Knowledge of, and experience in, reviewing power systems engineering studies for relevant information. Including but not limited to arc flash coordination, power flow, and harmonic studies.
• Experience reviewing test results on HV/MV equipment.
• Familiar with analysis techniques of large data sets using Excel, Power BI, Python.
• Position is based out of the Durham, NC or Asheville, NC office following a hybrid schedule with 3 days a week in office.
• Work is to be performed primarily in an office environment with occasional field visits
• Ability to obtain unescorted access for NERC/CIP facilities

We have a strong preference for the candidate to be based in our Durham, NC office; also open to candidates in our Asheville, NC or NYC, NY office. Our team operates on a hybrid schedule, with in-office schedule of three days per week.

• 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
• 401(k) Match
• Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave