Performance Engineer II, PV & BESS
About The Position
Bowman has an opportunity for a Performance Engineer II, PV & BESS to join our team remotely. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients. Develop predictive models to analyze PV system and Energy Storage System (BESS) production and performance using local climate data, system design parameters, and site-specific variables.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics, computational science, electrical engineering, or related field required.
- Three or more (3+) years of industry experience, preferably in computer science and statistical analysis.
- Proficient in computer software, such as PVSyst, Excel, PVCase, Helioscope, Homer, System Advisory Model (SAM), Python Script/R.
- Knowledgeable in capacity testing (ATSM 2838), temperature corrected performance modeling, availability testing, snow and soiling loss models, and general data analytics.
- Demonstrated work experience in Solar PV industry.
- Knowledgeable in statistical, large data and uncertainty analysis.
- Experience with meteorological data sets such as Solar Anywhere and National Solar Radiation Database (NSRBD).
- Proficiency in AutoCAD required.
- Experience in performing shading analysis.
Responsibilities
- Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on highly complex assignments. Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
- Lead and participate in the design and development of production and performance modeling standards.
- Learn and enhance modeling templates, standards, and best practices.
- Identify issues on projects and collaborate with clients, coworkers, and others to execute effective solutions.
- Interact with team members, clients, installation contractors, and others to create efficient and cohesive designs.
- Report the status of progress on a weekly or daily basis as needed.
- Provide estimates of time to perform tasks.
- Verify and determine model input parameters such as soiling losses, bifacial parameters, albedo values, snow losses, and other system parameters.
- Use model outputs to assist with system design parameters including bifacial current calculations and maximum system voltages.
- Complete performance demonstration tests such as the ASTM 2838 capacity test and temperature corrected performance-based tests.
- Review electrical testing and commissioning documentation to ensure testing procedures are properly followed, applied, and within acceptable range.
- Track completion of tasks associated with project invoicing.
- Hold the highest level of integrity in every aspect of the work being performed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
