Solar & BESS Engineer

Job Description

The Operations Solar/BESS Engineer is responsible for supporting the ongoing operations, maintenance, and performance optimization of utility-scale and commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) assets. This role focuses on troubleshooting, reliability improvement, root cause analysis, and the implementation of best practices to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of solar and storage facilities. This hybrid position is preferably located in Scottsdale, AZ It is also open to our other office locations in San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA, Denver, CO, or Houston, TX.

If you don't meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume

What You'll Be Doing

Generation Fleet Support

• Support the Clearway operating fleet throughout the US in areas of control, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Solar, BESS, and interrelated systems.
• Recommend and drive solutions that maximize the reliability and operation of Solar and BESS equipment.
• Provide internal subject matter expertise for Solar modules, inverters, and BESS controls.
• Develop and support the test and analysis of solar module performance.
• Contribute to the development and updating of engineering specifications and operational procedures, leveraging lessons learned from operating plants.
• Support the O&M team during new project construction and acquisition, assuring readiness for operation.
• Perform and support BESS capacity testing as needed.
• Support training programs for site personnel, sharing technical knowledge and promoting best practices.
• Evaluate equipment obsolescence and repowering opportunities or augmentation for existing solar and storage plants.
• Provide technical support for warranties and insurance claims.
• Support the Operations Engineering team more generally to solve complex problems associated with renewable energy equipment.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field related to Energy Systems or Technology.
• 3+ years of experience.
• Ability to identify and implement detailed solutions to complex technical problems.
• Capable of managing small projects or tasks on a larger scale project, and the ability to mentor less experienced technicians.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively communicate both internally and externally.
• Minimum of two years of experience with data historians and building performance monitoring tools.
• Advanced knowledge of battery operation and maintenance requirements.
• Experienced understanding of electrical power generation, operation, and maintenance.
• Able to read and interpret electrical drawings, technical manuals, and test reports.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E and Arc Flash hazards.
• Knowledge of proper use of PPE, grounding equipment, and switching equipment.
• Knowledgeable in technical standards such as UL1703, UL1741, UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA 68, NFPA 69, NFPA 70, NFPA 72, & NFPA 855.
• Hands-on experience with battery storage energy management systems, battery management systems, inverters, and Power Plant Controllers for AC and/or DC coupled ESS + PV.
• Basic knowledge of plant IT networking practices
• Knowledge of Modbus TCP, DNP3, OPCUA communication protocols and SCADA integration.
• Must successfully function as a member of a team
• Must be able to maintain a professional and positive company image and positive relationships with owners, customers, internal contractors, and external contractors
• May be required to work flexible work hours
• Ability to travel up to 40%

What Would Be Nice

• A minimum of three years of experience related to energy systems design, power distribution, renewable energy, or related industry is preferred
• Knowledge of relay coordination, protection, and grounding schemes is preferred

Clearway will not sponsor non-immigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.

Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations

$105,000 - $115,000 USD

Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.5 GW of conventional dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway's operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 3 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Clearway Energy Group's vision is a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.8 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.8 GW of flexible dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway's operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 2 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together Here at Clearway, we're committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, San Diego, Scottsdale, Houston, Denver, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events.

Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities for our Military & Veterans.

What We Provide Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our Benefits Website.

Notice to Applicants Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.