Performance & Optimization Manager

Cubico Sustainable Investments•Austin, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Performance and Optimization Manager is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing the performance of operating assets across the US portfolio. The role includes developing performance forecasts, implementing improvement initiatives, and overseeing plant optimization efforts. This position is based in Austin, Texas (or remote). The candidate will have extensive experience in the performance aspects of energy projects, direct experience of monitoring the performance of utility scale solar PV and wind projects and a track record of successfully implementing optimization and overall performance improvement for assets. Knowledge of performance monitoring systems is essential and candidate will work directly with service providers to maintain relationships and improve existing asset intelligence.

Requirements

Demonstrable experience in power plant operations and/or asset performance management, including direct exposure to wind or solar renewable generation.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Proven success in delivering projects and managing client or external stakeholder relationships.
Proficiency with renewable energy software and data tools such as Greenbyte, Power Factors, Windographer, PVsyst, OpenOA, OpenFAST, BrightWind, SCADA, MERRA2, ERA5, SolarGIS, or similar systems.
Proficient in MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).
Strong capability in MS Excel and data‑visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik, with the ability to translate data tables into clear trend insights.
Excellent communication skills in English
Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail and accuracy.
Self‑motivated, accountable, and able to work independently while supporting wider team objectives.

Nice To Haves

Hands‑on experience with in‑field equipment installation and troubleshooting is advantageous.
Spanish language ability considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage the performance monitoring systems (Bax, Power Factors and GreenByte) for the US portfolio and establish reporting protocols to enable the business to have a clear view on plant performance.
Lead analysis of current project performance through use of approved software programs and reports.
Develop and implement KPIs to identify areas of under-performance and recommend opportunities for improvement supported by data and trends.
Manage interfaces between primary (plant control), secondary SCADA, data communication systems, onsite instrumentation and associated stakeholders to ensure high levels of data availability, reliability and redundancy.
Manage instrumentation systems like MET stations and POA sensors at assets to ensure proper data collection and plant performance analysis.
Review third party O&M contractor performance and compare with internal view of performance, identifying and resolving any gaps or discrepancies.
Work with others in the US team to identify potential business optimisation/innovation opportunities and create investment cases and plans.
Coordinate with global asset management team to standardize systems, reports, analysis methodology, tools, operations, and processes.
Provide input to Cubico’s improvement and innovation database.
Provide ad-hoc technical support to Cubico’s US team, including review of contractual specifications like SCADA and met station specifications, availability warranties, etc.
Engage with third party operational monitoring and performance analysis providers to manage data inputs, scope of service, deliverables and achievement of desired results including supporting asset managers in the actioning of any identified performance improvement opportunities
Coordinate long-term operational energy yield forecasts for existing portfolio assets
Provide input into the yearly budget process and life-time cost models
Support contractual performance testing, including contractual specification, data monitoring/quality assurance and performance analysis for solar capacity tests, solar performance ratio tests and wind turbine power performance tests.