Engineering Manager (Utility Scale Solar + Storage Development)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop conceptual specifications and evaluate technology options for both PV & Storage.  
• Use software such as PVsyst to prepare and optimize solar generation models for energy yield and prepare detailed energy yield assessments (EYAs).
• Create Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) model with consideration for EOL, cycle count, system throughput, augmentation, off-take, etc.
• Review and manage 3rd party/EPC generated energy models of Solar+BESS systems.
• Lead review of EPC drawing packages, commissioning documents, interconnection documents, contract exhibits and relevant technical materials.
• Lead coordination with the Independent Engineer (IE). 
• Provide technical oversight on external engineering consultants.
• Maintain detailed libraries of the various PV components and technologies, including solar modules, PV inverters, racking structures, and BESS.
• Provide technical support with conceptual planning, optimization of site system configuration and equipment selection.
• Provide technical review of commissioning & acceptance documents.

SUPPORT FUNCTIONS:

• Provide technical support to development and operations staff on major contracts (e.g. EPC Contracts, BESS, Module, O&M, LTSA, etc.)
• Support operations with ad-hoc analyses of solar energy generation and BESS performance and other equipment performance.
• Utilize insights from regular plant analysis to develop, review, and analyze performance models using PVsyst modeling or other renewable energy modeling tools.
• Prepare technical feedback / lessons learned from operating assets to improve future designs.
• Assist in managing the deliverables outlined within the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), Interconnection Agreement (IA), CA ISO New Resource Implementation Process, etc.  
• Assist Development Staff in securing the appropriate approvals, certifications, permits, etc. from city and other government agencies as required.
• Assist with the development team during permitting efforts.
• Support construction team with technical reviews and coordination with external engineering resources.
• Support development and financing/investment team members with review and oversight of 3rd party revenue models like Aurora, Guidehouse, ICF, etc.
• Support the Investment Deal Team(s) with due diligence information and feasibility analysis of potential acquisitions and/or new business plans. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS (including certifications, licenses, etc):

• Bachelor’s degree and equivalent work experience in a field related to electrical infrastructure (Utility Scale Solar, BESS, Substation, MV, HV etc.) design and engineering. Advanced Degree preferred.
• Utility Scale - Solar & BESS Energy modeling experience required.  
• At least five (5) years of prior experience in utility scale Solar and/or BESS modeling and engineering required.
• Working knowledge of relevant building & electrical codes (ASCE, NEC, NFPA, etc.)
• Working knowledge of relevant product and their current specifications including but not limited to BESS systems, transformers, Inverters, Modules, Trackers, Substation components, etc. 

TECHNICAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated proficiency in using PVSyst and other BESS energy modeling software.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using Project Management software including but not limited to BlueBeam, Microsoft Project, etc.
• Thorough understanding of utility scale solar construction practices (racking systems, inverters, batteries, substations, gen-tie, electric