Solar Operations Engineer

OXBO; A distancia; EUR 35.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading renewable energy company is looking for a Solar Operations Engineer to monitor and maintain solar PV systems. The candidate should have over 3 years of experience in solar operations, knowledge of PV technology, and proficiency in data analysis tools like Excel and Python. This position offers the chance to work remotely with occasional site visits, providing a unique opportunity for career growth within a well-established European IPP in the renewable energy sector.

Servicios

Annual 10% Bonus scheme

Career growth and international exposure

Formación

• 3+ years in solar operations, O&M, or similar technical roles.
• Strong understanding of PV technology, inverters, and power electronics.
• Proven experience in monitoring and troubleshooting solar power systems.
• Experience with monitoring tools like SCADA.
• Fluent in Spanish, advanced in English.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor Solar PV systems via SCADA and analyze performance.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and troubleshoot faults.
• Implement data-driven optimization strategies.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Provide technical support and training.

Conocimientos

Monitoring Solar PV systems

Data analysis (Excel, Python)

Troubleshooting inverter faults

Understanding of PV technology

Communication skills

Technical support

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Herramientas

SCADA

Python

Excel

Descripción del empleo

The Company

OXBO are delighted to be working with European leading IPP within the Renewable Energy Sector, specialising in Solar.

The Benefits

Annual 10% Bonus scheme.

The chance to join a well-established European IPP with a strong pipeline.

Career growth and international exposure as the portfolio expands.

Remote working, with occasional visits to site.

The Role

Monitoring Solar PV systems via SCADA and other platforms, analysing performance and identifying issues or improvement opportunities.

Conducting preventive maintenance and troubleshooting inverter faults, communication issues, and module defects alongside on-site technicians.

Implementing data-driven optimisation strategies and recommending system upgrades.

Ensuring compliance with safety standards and industry regulations while maintaining accurate operational documentation.

Providing technical support and training to internal teams and external stakeholders.

Supporting commissioning, testing, and project handovers in collaboration with project managers.

What you will bring

3 + years in solar operations, O&M, or similar technical roles, including experience working in Spain.

Strong understanding of PV technology, inverters, AC / DC systems, and power electronics.

Proven experience in monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting solar power systems.

Experience with monitoring tools like SCADA.

Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Python).

Knowledge of local regulations and safety standards for solar installations.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field (Master’s preferred).

Fluent in Spanish, and advanced in English.

Eligibility to work in Spain