Solar PV Technology Engineer
Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
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Job Summary
EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline first-class assets and market-leading operating capacity EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.
Our company is part of EDP a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030 leading the energy transition. With more than 13000 employees around the world we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.
What you will do
Role Overview:
The Solar PV Technology Engineer is responsible for providing technical support for the selection design construction and operational processes for EDPRs solar PV power plants. The person in this role will work with the Head of the Department of Solar to maximize efficiency and manage technological risks at assigned solar power plants. Develop the Solar PV technological intelligence of EDP in renewable activity and provide projects with expertise by delivering specialized engineering support and technical assistance ensuring excellence and risk mitigation.
Main responsibilities:
- Provide technical support to the definition application and continuous development of main solar PV equipment technologies ensuring technical robustness market alignment and supplier capability across projects and regions
- Provide ondemand technical support to Solar PV Business Development and M&A activities by contributing to earlystage technical due diligence and opportunity assessment evaluating PV technologies
- Acting as a technical support interface for Engineering BD and M&A teams to provide input on technical risks deviations and equipment selection supporting informed valuedriven and bankable investment decisions throughout the screening and acquisition processes
- Act as the technical focal point for suppliers and OEMs across all stages of the supplier relationship particularly for PV modules
- Lead and manage the technical homologation of suppliers and their products particularly for PV modules including assessment of technology maturity compliance with technical standards manufacturing capabilities quality systems and alignment with EDPs technical requirements.
- Provide specialized technical support to solar power plant engineering design activities across development FEED and detailed design phases supporting optimized and bankable PV plant configurations the preparation of BoS RFPs and the technical evaluation of proposals ensuring design assumptions aligned with established engineering standards and enabling competitive efficient and costeffective solutions
- Support Asset Operations teams in defining technical solutions to minimize asset downtime improve availability and enhance longterm reliability of PV plants.
- Represent EDPR to agencies and institutions public and private in matters relating to its jurisdiction to enforce the interests of EDPR.
Employment type
Full time
Work site
Corporate Houston Office
What are we looking for
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Data Science Math Physics Chemistry or similar from an accredited educational institution or Masters degree in engineering
- 5 years in the Solar PV energy sector
- Strong knowledge of Solar PV modules technologies including crystalline (PERC TOPCon HJT backcontact) and emerging technologies with strong understanding of performance drivers degradation mechanisms reliability risks and bankability considerations
- Solid knowledge of PV module quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) frameworks including manufacturing process control quality management systems inspection plans FAT/SAT and compliance with international standards (IEC UL IECRE)
- Proven experience in supplier homologation and technical qualification processes including assessment of manufacturing capabilities product validation quality systems certifications factory audits and ongoing supplier performance monitoring
- Good technical understanding of PV inverters mounting/racking systems and overall BoS engineering including interfaces with PV modules system integration aspects and construction implications
- Good understanding of technical and commercial terms related to PV capital equipment procurement including performance guarantees warranties liquidated damages (LDs) reliability clauses and risk allocation mechanisms
- Knowledge of North American technical regulations codes and standards applicable to utilityscale PV projects
- High proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite particularly Word Excel and PowerBI for technical analysis reporting and datadriven decision support.
- Strong technical analytical and quantitative skills
Travel:
25 % internationally
Behavioral Requirements:
- Ability to perform duties in a collaborative and multi-national working environment
- High attention to detail
- Ability to quickly come up to speed on all technical and commercial subjects related to renewable projects
- Strong written verbal interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Ability to work productively with limited supervision
- Strong time-management skills and ability to multi-task
- Strong interest in environmental issues and renewable energy
- Business acumen and demonstrated project management skills
- Ability and willingness to travel and work extended hours as needed
Physical demands & working conditions:
- Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
- Walking: Ability to walk .25 to .5 miles per day including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on project sites or manufacturing sites
- Speech/Reading: Ability to speak read and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal diagram or schedule form
- Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
- Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal diagram or schedule form
- Tolerance to Extreme Weather Conditions: Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on project sites
- Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
More than academic knowledge and technical skills we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.
Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.
Need more reasons to apply
As a top employer we:
Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
Respect and value each person providing a flexible healthy and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;
Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time highlighting the EDP groups strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
EDP is a multinational, vertically integrated utility company. Throughout its 40 years of history, it has been building a relevant presence in the world energy scene, being present in 14 countries, in 4 continents. The company has around 12.000 employees and is present throughout t ... View more
