Performance Engineer I — PV Plant Performance & Analysis

Carolina Solar Services, LLC; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Paid parental leave

Paid professional development

Paid Solar Sabbaticals

Travel reimbursement at GSA rates

Long term disability insurance

Laptop, cell phone, and unlimited data

Job summary

Carolina Solar Services, LLC in Durham, NC is seeking a Performance Engineer I to monitor PV plant performance, analyze faults, and support maintenance teams. You will work in the Performance Engineering group, focusing on data analysis and issue resolution with a collaborative, hands-on approach.

The role requires problem-solving, strong communication, and meticulous attention to detail. Office-based with on-call shifts and occasional on-site visits in Durham.

Qualifications

• Engineering or technical degree required.
• 1+ year of renewable field experience or technical support experience.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Daily monitoring of PV plant performance and fault evaluation.
• Create and manage CMMS work orders.
• Provide logistical and technical engineering support for maintenance & asset management teams.
• Engage with clients and utilities professionally and technically.
• Conduct statistical analysis of meteorological and power generation data sets.

Skills

Python/SQL

Power systems understanding

Excel proficiency

Education

Engineering, Math or technical field degree

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Carolina Solar Services, LLC in Durham, NC is seeking a Performance Engineer I to monitor PV plant performance, analyze faults, and support maintenance teams. You will work in the Performance Engineering group, focusing on data analysis and issue resolution with a collaborative, hands-on approach.

The role requires problem-solving, strong communication, and meticulous attention to detail. Office-based with on-call shifts and occasional on-site visits in Durham.