Engineer Senior (Inverters) - Renewables

ENGIE North America Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Competitive bonus plan

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

ENGIE North America Inc. is seeking a Senior Engineer, Inverters to ensure safe, reliable operation of inverter and PCS equipment across our North American solar and energy storage assets.

You will analyze performance, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to design reviews and commissioning while collaborating with Operations, OEMs, and service providers. The role requires a bachelor’s in electrical engineering and 5+ years in power conversion or related systems, with familiarity with SCADA,

Qualifications

• Five years of engineering experience with power conversion equipment, renewable energy assets, or related industrial electrical systems.
• Experience with inverter, converter, and PCS technologies and operating parameters is required.
• Experience troubleshooting, testing, commissioning, and providing engineering support for power electronic equipment.
• Experience investigating performance issues and performing root-cause analyses with manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate inverter and PCS performance to identify issues and opportunities for reliability.
• Troubleshoot inverter/PCS issues with field teams and OEMs to support timely resolution.
• Conduct root-cause analyses of equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Review inverter/PCS settings and operating strategies to optimize performance while maintaining safety and compliance.
• Support evaluation of inverter and PCS technologies for new projects and readiness activities.
• Participate in design reviews, commissioning, and operational readiness assessments.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and troubleshooting guides.
• Communicate findings, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Power systems experience

Root cause analysis

Strong communication

Project management

Travel up to 30%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA systems

Modbus

DNP3

Job description

What You Can Expect

At ENGIE, we accelerate the energy transition by building and operating utility-scale solar and battery energy storage assets across North America. We need experts who turn complex technical challenges into reliable, clean power for millions.

The Senior Engineer, Inverters supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of inverter and power conversion system (PCS) equipment across ENGIE's utility-scale solar and battery energy storage portfolio in the United States. In this role, you will analyze equipment performance, troubleshoot technical issues, investigate failures, and help identify solutions that improve asset availability and reliability. You'll collaborate with Operations, Engineering, OEMs, and service providers to resolve equipment challenges and support ongoing performance optimization efforts. The position also contributes to inverter technology evaluations, project design and commissioning reviews, and operational readiness activities to help incorporate lessons learned into future projects.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor and evaluate inverter and battery power conversion system (PCS) performance, operating parameters, and maintenance data to identify issues, emerging trends, and opportunities to improve equipment availability, reliability, and safe operation
• Troubleshoot inverter and PCS equipment issues in partnership with field teams, OEMs, Grid Compliance, and cross‑functional engineering groups to support timely and effective resolution
• Conduct and support root‑cause analyses of equipment failures, recurring alarms, and performance concerns, validating findings and recommending corrective actions to reduce repeat failures and unplanned downtime
• Review inverter and PCS settings, controls, and operating strategies, identifying opportunities to optimize performance while maintaining safety, equipment integrity, and regulatory compliance
• Support the evaluation of inverter and PCS technologies for new solar and battery energy storage projects, providing input on operational, reliability, maintainability, and safety considerations
• Participate in design reviews, commissioning activities, and operational readiness assessments, incorporating operational experience and lessons learned to support long‑term asset performance
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including troubleshooting guides, commissioning procedures, maintenance practices, standard operating procedures, and engineering recommendations
• Communicate technical findings, risks, recommendations, and project outcomes to stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, and project teams

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, military experience, and relevant industry experience
• Minimum of five (5) years of engineering experience supporting power conversion equipment, renewable energy assets, power systems, or related industrial electrical systems
• Strong understanding of inverter, converter, and power conversion system (PCS) technologies, including DC‑to‑AC power conversion, power semiconductor components, equipment subsystems, controls, and operating parameters
• Experience troubleshooting, testing, commissioning, operating, or providing engineering support for power electronic equipment, preferably within utility‑scale solar, battery energy storage, or other operating energy assets
• Experience investigating equipment performance issues and failures, conducting root‑cause analyses, and partnering with equipment manufacturers to implement corrective actions, warranty resolutions, and reliability improvements
• Working knowledge of SCADA systems and industrial communication protocols (such as Modbus and DNP3), with the ability to interpret operating data, alarms, drawings, specifications, commissioning documentation, and equipment records
• Familiarity with inverter and PCS technologies, grid compliance requirements, ISO/RTO operating environments (ERCOT, PJM, MISO, SPP, or similar), and applicable industry standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE, and ANSI
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid in‑office work policy and is not eligible for fully remote work
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 30% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range: $102,000 – $156,000 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well‑being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that’s not all - we’re dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full‑time employees that enhance emotional and physical well‑being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more .

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero‑Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA‑[e-mail]. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.

Business Unit: GBU Renewables & Flexible Power

Division: R&B North Am - USA & Canada

Legal Entity: ENGIE North America Inc.

Company Name: ENGIE North America

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