Renewable Energy Associate

Description

• Helping to create, update, and manage project CAPEX estimates using 3rd party estimating firms, reviewing EPC bids, comparing other project estimates, and/or using or developing tools or systems to provide up-to-date estimates.
• Participate in field visits to gather site information and assist with engineering-related inspections or data collection.
• Moving about accomplishing tasks or moving from one worksite to another,
• Responsible for project estimate tracking and reporting to ensure realistic budgets using updated equipment and contractor estimates.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions,
• Create 8760 reports, degradation reports, and another reports from PV SYST.
• Support the review and evaluation of EPC contractor RFP deliverables, including detailed pricing, drawings, submittals, and material selections, to ensure compliance with project specifications and company standards.
• Help evaluate request for proposals, diagrams, and specifications between internal and external stakeholders.
• Help coordinate communication between internal engineering, development, procurement, finance and construction teams, as well as external stakeholders.
• Review and organizing technical documentation for permit applications, interconnection submittals, and project approvals.
• Work with Design Manager to obtain PVCase PVC layout file and incorporate into PV SYST.
• Analyze data from geotechnical, hydrology, and interconnection studies.
• Coordinate and lead Energy Analysis review and obtain all necessary inputs to provide to 3rd party Independent Engineer and review results.
• Perform Energy Analysis for PV and BESS projects using PV SYST or other software as necessary to provide realistic energy production forecasts based on specific project design and environmental data.
• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods,
• Participate in discussions and document reviews related to design, cost, and technical matters related to substations, BESS, and PV plant projects.
• Coordinate estimate review meetings, document discussions, tracking action items, and supporting follow-up coordination.
• Review and analyze Energy Analysis reports from multiple EPC’s or other sources to compare and evaluate inputs, losses, and results.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Conduct detailed reviews to verify compliance with the EPC scope of work, permitting requirements, and utility interconnection standards.
• Analyze weather data and incorporate into PV SYST for realistic weather data source.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in engineering, estimating, energy analysis, or related roles within the renewable energy or power generation industry.
• Effective written and verbal communication; able to collaborate across teams and disciplines.
• Gain familiarity with grid interconnection studies, communication protocols, and data management processes.
• Bachelor’s degree
• Basic understanding of engineering design principles (civil or electrical).
• Experience working with utilities, ISOs, permitting agencies, EPC contractors, engineering firms, etc. (is a plus).
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers, and
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in PVSyst running Energy Analysis.
• Basic understanding of grid interconnection processes, regulations, and technical requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or power system analysis tools is a plus.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance