Inverter Performance Engineer

Join the Origis Energy Team!

Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining ZeroSM. As one of America's leading renewable energy and decarbonization solution platforms, the company continues to expand and reimagine its contribution to the world's net-zero goals. Origis Energy puts customers first to deploy a wide range of sustainable solutions for grid power generation, performance optimization, and long-term operation of solar and energy storage plants across the U.S. Founded in 2008, Origis Energy is headquartered in Miami, FL.

The Origis team,regarded as one of the leading developers in the U.S., is committed to living five core values in all interactions both with each other and external stakeholders:

Solve for Tomorrow. A role with Origis Energy puts you at the forefront of the transition to clean energy. Are you ready to bring new ideas? Do you exist to find solutions? That's how we revolutionize energy and build a carbon-free future - through unmatched service and relentless innovation.

Rise Together. To succeed here, you'll collaborate with others and work as one team, across various teams includingsolar and energy storage development, financing, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) and operations, maintenance and asset management. Are you open to diverse perspectives and prepared to work seamlessly across disciplines to reach our collective goals?

Perform at Peak. We're seeking team members who bring authentic energy and passion to every task. How can you use your natural strengths, genuine optimism and intelligence to make your greatest contributions to Origis?

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Position Description

The Inverter Performance Engineer, reporting to the Senior Director of Engineering, provides subject matter expertise on inverter selection, project application and performance for Origis Energy's project portfolio. This position will play a vital role in enhancing the performance of inverters for both solar and energy storage plants.

The Inverter Performance Engineer is a regular, full-time position, and is eligible for our generous employee benefits package, including employer paid health insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions, and other great benefits.

Key Responsibilities

- Specifications and standards: coordinate with internal engineering team to maintain our technical specifications

- Supply Chain AVL: collaborate with internal supply chain team to establish and maintain Origis' inverter approved vendor list

- OEM Relationships: establish and maintain relationships with all inverter OEM sales, technical, service and warranty teams

- Technology: assess new inverter technologies and advancements

- Design and Engineering: work with project teams to establish inverter design standards and implementation strategies

- Construction and Commissioning: engage with construction teams to advise on inverter commissioning and testing procedures

- Operations and Performance: monitor fleet inverter performance to ensure optimal energy conversion and plant efficiency

- Training: Collaborate with our training team to design and implement inverter operations training programs to upskill internal operations teams

- Technical Support: diagnose inefficiencies and recommend solutions to enhance availability

- Troubleshooting: work closely with service teams and vendors to diagnose and resolve inverter-related issues

Preferred Qualifications

- BS in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field

- 5+ years (Manager) or 8+ years (Director) in solar PV operations, focusing on inverter technology and performance analysis

- Strong understanding of inverter design and functionality, along with familiarity in PV and energy storage system design

- Proficient in data analysis and performance monitoring tools.

- Proactive troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, capable of presenting technical information clearly

- Collaborative approach in a fast-paced environment

- Relevant certifications (e.g. NABCEP, manufacturer-specific) are a plus

Key Attributes for Success

- Detail-oriented, highly organized

- Proactive and strategic thinker

- Supplier management

- Creativity in problem solving

- Ability to multi-task and manage timelines and budgets

- Effective collaboration across multiple functional teams

- Strong verbal and written communication skills

- Continuous improvement mindset

Location Austin, TX (ideal); remote for right candidate

Travel Up to 25% travel required as necessary

Job Level Manager or Director – no direct reports

Origis Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOC). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees' differences as that is what makes our employees unique. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. More information is available here.

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Request for Support or Accommodations: As part of our effort to provide equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities, we are happy to offer support and special accommodations in order for you to successfully reach us with your interest. Please reach out to us at candidateaccommodations@origisenergy.com if you would like to request help with your application.