PV Solar Energy Performance Engineer | Energy Yield Assessment

Quest Global; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global in Bengaluru, India invites an experienced PV Performance Engineer to join the PV Energy Resource team. The role focuses on PVsyst simulations, Energy Yield Assessments (EYA) for projects in development and operation, and collaboration with TA and EPC teams to optimize performance.

Applicants should have 8+ years in industrial PV plant performance engineering, strong data analysis skills, and proficiency with meteorological databases and SCADA data.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years in industrial PV plant performance engineering.
• Experience with PVsyst simulations and Energy Yield Assessments.
• Proficiency with meteorological databases and performance testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform PVsyst simulations and EYA for projects in development and operations.
• Extract and analyze SCADA/monitoring data to validate assumptions.
• Review simulations from Technical Advisors and EPC contractors.
• Collaborate with Commercial Engineering on performance modelling.

Skills

PV plant performance engineering

Data analysis

Simulations & modelling

Performance testing

Tools

PVsyst

SCADA data analysis

Meteorological databases

Energy Yield Assessments (EYA)

Job description

Job title: PV Performance Engineer

Location: Bangalore, KA

Type: Full Time Permanent

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, its not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Job Description:

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in industrial-scale PV plant performance engineering.
• Track record in simulations, modelling and operational data analysis.
• Performing PVsyst simulation and full Energy Yield Assessments. Using various meteorological databases for projects worldwide.
• Review and advise on TA and EPC simulations.
• Liaising with Commercial Engineering to support EYA modelling.
• Supporting performance acceptance testing after project completion.
• Extracting and analysing SCADA data from the monitoring system to update modelling assumptions and assess operational performance.
• Advanced knowledge of PV plant performance, including PR and energy losses.
• Proven experience in conducting EYA.
• Familiarity with international performance testing standards.

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Work Experience

• Opportunity for an experienced PV Performance Engineer to join the PV Energy Resource team.
• Seeking a senior professional to provide internal support in the development and analysis of PV plant performance models.
• The main part of the role will involve performing PVsyst simulations and Energy Yield Assessments (EYA) for projects in development and operational stages. The role includes the use of various meteorological databases, review and advice on simulations prepared by Technical Advisors and EPC contractors, as well as collaborating with Commercial Engineering on performance modelling.
• The role also includes supporting performance testing, using SCADA and monitoring systems to extract and analyse operational data to validate assumptions and update models.
• Knowledge of meteorological databases and advanced PV performance parameters is essential.