Manager, PV Performance Engineering

Intersect

4h • $188,500 - $201,500 • Remote

About The Position

In this role, you will lead and be accountable for PV design, energy modeling, performance, and production estimates for utility-scale solar projects. You’ll manage engineering consultants and Independent Engineers deliverables, ensuring optimal performance throughout the project lifecycle. Currently a sole contributor role, this position may evolve to include direct reports as the PV team grows.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering required; MS or PhD in Engineering preferred.
• 6+ years in PV performance engineering for utility-scale systems, covering development, design, EPC contracting, and construction phases.
• Minimum of 5 capacity tests conducted for utility scale PV power plants per ASTM E2848 standard.
• Managed Independent Engineers scope and deliverables for project financing.
• Advised procurement on PV module and single-axis tracker purchases for projects ≥100MW or a cumulative 200MW.
• Expertise in performance optimization and risk assessment.
• Strong project management skills with a focus on time management and prioritization.
• Deep understanding of PV modules, DC collection, inverters, and relevant standards (NEC, UL, etc.).
• Proficient in tools like PVSyst and Plant Predict.
• Scripting knowledge (VBA, Matlab, Python) is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Commercially minded engineer focused on LCOE/LCOS
• Possesses the ability to quantify risk and opportunities around unknowns in design and technology
• Understands PV and ESS development processes
• Thrives in a cross functional environment, able to guide discussion and identify dependencies between design, production, cost, land use, and LCOE
• Strong coordination skills across internal stakeholders and external engineering/EPC partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design (system sizing, equipment selection, electrical modeling) to meet performance and financial targets.
• Oversee technology selection for PV modules, trackers, DC collection, and wire management systems.
• Guide Independent Engineers (IE) through project financing diligence.
• Optimize design to achieve the lowest Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE).
• Develop and manage technical specifications for EPC, energy testing protocols, and vendor requirements.
• Support energy estimation for PPA negotiations and ensure cost-efficient, constructible solutions.
• Lead analysis of pre-construction met station data to improve energy model accuracy.
• Collaborate across teams (development, land, procurement) to resolve regulatory, permitting, and technical challenges.
• Ensure adherence to environmental health and safety standards.
• Analyze data to diagnose inverter faults and prepare root cause analysis (RCA) reports.
• Use field data to recommend design improvements and maintain as-built models for long-term system analysis
• Support clean fuel and green hydrogen energy modeling.
• Develop simplified energy models for green molecule production.

Benefits

• 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
• Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
• Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot and Maven
• Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+
• 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track
• $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup and free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager