Sr. Development Engineer

Hanwha Renewables; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Renewables is seeking a Senior Development Engineer to lead technical diligence, design, and energy performance forecasting for big PV and ESS projects in North America. You will support preconstruction activities, run performance models, and provide inputs for PPPs and EPC exhibits.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in utility-scale PV/BESS, expertise with Helioscope, PVSYST, and related tools, plus strong communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teams and external

Qualifications

• BS, MS or higher in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering or closely related numerate discipline.
• At least five years of hands-on experience in site diligence, design engineering and energy forecasting for utility-scale PV/BESS.
• Exposure to PlantPredict, NREL SAM or Helioscope is an advantage.
• Experience with PV module QA, PV plant performance or inverter troubleshooting is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to convey technical info clearly.
• Proactive problem solver with foresight to mitigate risks.
• Detail-oriented and able to multitask in a virtual team.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate project data for site diligence, feasibility and cost estimation.
• Perform design evaluations with Helioscope, PlantPredict, SIFT, PVCASE and AutoCAD.
• Model energy production using PVSYST for all projects and facilities.
• Improve system designs to optimize production yield and returns.
• Assess 3D shading and terrain with PVSYST/Helios 3D to model losses.
• Support development of technical scopes and EPC exhibits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Stay updated on new techniques and best practices in clean energy.

Skills

PV design experience

Energy modeling

Helioscope

PlantPredict

SIFT

PVCASE

AutoCAD

PVSYST

Strong communication

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical/Civil/Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Helioscope

PlantPredict

SIFT

PVCASE

AutoCAD

PVSyst

NREL SAM

Job description

Hanwha Renewables, headquartered in Irvine, California, a member of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm that is among the eight largest business enterprises in South Korea. Hanwha Renewables designs, builds and manages renewable energy solutions. The company brings a decade of global leadership in renewable energy to North America, combining best-of-world technology, processes, and partnerships to deliver utility-grade energy solutions customized for local energy markets. Hanwha Renewables offers the full spectrum of energy solutions – from power plant development, design, construction, operations, and maintenance. With proven capabilities across the renewable energy value chain, Hanwha Renewables minimizes uncertainty and risk, and helps customers achieve a higher return on their investment in renewable energy.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Sr Development Engineer will be responsible for technical diligence, design, energy performance forecasts, performance analyses and verification for hundreds of megawatts of PV and ESS development projects and operating facilities. S/he will support Project Development and Preconstruction project startup phases with hands-on design engineering, energy performance modeling, technical specifications data analysis and interpretation for Solar, Solar plus Storage and Standalone Storage projects up to 1 GW; and will provide technical support and inputs for PPA and EPC RFP Exhibit preparations. Occasional travel to project sites throughout North America will be required. Remote working from a location close to a major airport in the US will be considered for suitably experienced candidates with evidence or references regarding their ability to manage and deliver first class work in a similar situation.

The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by management. All duties will be assigned in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consolidate project information and inputs to conduct site technical diligence, feasibility analysis, risk identification and design layouts and reviews in support of M&A acquisitions and cost estimations
• Perform conceptual or preliminary design evaluations using Helioscope, PlantPredict, SIFT, PVCASE and/or AUTOCAD design software to support site diligence and cost estimation for Green Field and M&A projects.
• Perform energy production forecasting modeling and analysis activities using PVSYST for all development projects and operating facilities and support technical diligence on site selection and project acquisitions.
• Implement energy production modeling analysis and provide modeling inputs to assist with the optimization of system designs for PV and ESS projects, to achieve targets for production yield, generating capacity, capital cost, financial returns, etc.
• Evaluate and implement energy input assessments, including 3D shading and terrain models using PVSYST, Helios 3D and other related tools to simulate associated losses; soiling estimation based on site conditions and array technology. Perform analyses to optimize forecast and actual production and enhance project value.
• Contribute to the development of technical team capability, technology roadmap, software tools, project and engineering management processes, etc.
• Collaborate with colleagues, consultants, and contractors, and facilitate virtual and in-person meetings to achieve efficient use of resources, meet deadlines for deliverables, minimize delays, avoid crises, and resolve conflicts.
• Support the ongoing search for improved system performance by contributing to evaluations of new techniques, technologies, systems, and components, and being a resource regarding emerging best practices, products, technologies, and techniques in the clean energy industry.
• Follow up on RFIs with third-party contractors and consultants for timely completion of engineering deliverables. Experience using Procore software is an advantage.
• Contribute to the development of technical scopes-of-work, contract exhibits and specifications in support of EPC RFP process.
• Proven ability to work independently and proactively, with experience working with cross-functional teams including Business Development, Procurement and Project Management.
• Basic understanding of solar project schedules, cost estimation or construction is preferred.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS, MS or higher degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Physics, or closely related numerate discipline.
• At least five years of hands-on experience in conducting project site diligence, design engineering, performance modeling and energy forecasting for Utility-scale PV, PV plus BESS in the solar project development, energy project development spaces, or specialist technical consulting environment.
• Exposure to Plant Predict, NREL System Advisor Model, or Helioscope is an advantage.
• Previous exposure to one or more of: PV module manufacturing quality assurance, PV module performance evaluation and testing; renewable energy project development; solar plant performance and/or operations, testing and troubleshooting of inverters or generators.
• Strong communications skills and ability to clearly convey technical information, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences, including technical teams, stakeholders, and non-technical individuals.
• Proactive and problem solver with ability to identify and address potential technical issues before they escalated. Demonstrates foresight in identifying potential challenges and proposing solutions to mitigate risks.
• Polished interpersonal, technical writing, and presentation skills.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to manage and prioritize concurrent tasks, and to work effectively in a collaborative virtual environment.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to project sites (often in remote locations), to lead or participate in meetings or seminars, and when necessary to work overtime on short notice.

Hanwha Renewables provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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