Sargent & Lundy is seeking an engineer with experience performing solar PV energy yield assessments on utility-scale solar projects to support our growing solar energy assessment team. This position in Sargent & Lundy’s Consulting group will require you to do the following:
Perform solar resource assessments considering both satellite-based and ground-based data Analyze operational production and performance data and climatic data from solar projects Conduct long-term solar PV energy production assessments using PVsyst and Excel-based post-processing toolsPrimarily focus on utility-scale solar assessments but support work across all scales including residential, commercial, and industrialPredict energy productionPerform uncertainty analysis to determine probabilities of exceedance (e.g., P90, P95, P99) Conduct statistical uncertainty analyses, clipping adjusted degradation analysisWrite technical due diligence reports and communicate results to clients and key stakeholders including developers and financiersIncorporate appropriate PV modeling assumptions and inputs into simulationCommunicate with clients to answer technical questions with regard to solar resource and energy yieldIn addition to performing PV energy yield assessments, candidate will be expected to support S&L’s independent engineering and technical due diligence services for project financing or asset acquisition of new solar projects. Common tasks include:
Evaluating solar equipment selections / technologiesEvaluating project execution plans from EPC contractorsReviewing project contracts including PPA, EPC, and O&M agreementsReviewing project CAPEX, OPEX, and performance parameters in financial modelsOther job duties may also include:
Preparing and reviewing engineering deliverables such as reports, studies, and calculationsCollaborating with teammates to define project execution plansMonitoring project schedules and budgetsSupporting multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring a high quality standard is metInterfacing with clients to understand requests and confirm successful project executionPreparing proposals for new business development opportunitiesTraveling occasionally to visit project locations and client offices.This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.
QualificationsWe do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
This position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and a comprehensive understanding of solar resource assessment and energy yield prediction methodology.
In order to qualify, it is important that you have 5+ years of experience in the solar industry, including one or more of the following:
Experience in design of utility-scale solar projectsPrevious experience as a renewable energy consultantExperience performing renewable due diligence servicesExperience performing uncertainty and statistical data analysisProficiency working with data analysis tools Familiarity with renewable energy project execution and financeAlso extremely important are:
Excellent verbal/written communication skillsExperience in writing technical reports and proposalsSolid interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide othersProject planning and leadership skillsSargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.
Award Winning Compensation & BenefitsAt Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life BalanceHealth Plans: Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Accident InsuranceDisability CoverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Back-Up DaycareFSA & HSA401(k)Pre-Tax Commuter AccountMerit Scholarship ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramCorporate Charitable Giving ProgramTuition AssistanceFirst Professional Licensure BonusEmployee Referral BonusPaid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)Paid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Parental LeavePaid Bereavement LeaveFlexible Work Arrangements
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