Performance Engineer I

Performance Engineer I
Reporting To: Performance Engineer Manager
Department: Performance Engineering
Employment Type: Full-time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Durham, NC
Carolina Solar Services provides solutions for renewable energy systems to support a sustainable future. As stewards of the environment, our team maximizes the impact of every power plant we service through an independent and human focused approach.
Position Summary:
The Performance Engineering (PE) team is a dynamic department responsible for discovery, troubleshooting, and solution creation for a variety of issues across the organization. The central focus of our work surrounds PV plant performance and an ideal candidate has the ability to problem solve creatively while tracking a plethora of issues.
Essential Functions:
Daily monitoring of PV generator plant performance and fault evaluation
CMMS work order creation and management
Logistical and technical engineering support for maintenance & asset management teams
Client and utility engagement (professional and technical)
Statistical analysis of datasets, including meteorological and power generation datasets
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong organization skills
Ability to manage issues to resolution
Near excessive attention to detail necessary
Ability to stay calm and collected while working under pressure
Ability to prioritize work based on internal and external needs
Minimum Qualifications (one of the following):
Degree in engineering, math, or other technical field of study
1+ years in renewable field
1+ years in technical support role
Preferred Qualifications:
Programming skills (Python/SQL)
Power systems understanding
Proficiency in Excel
Work Environment:
Majority of work to be completed in an office environment
Must have stable internet access or be able to come into Durham office
Must be able to work on call shifts during evenings and weekends
Occasional on-site visits
Company Benefits:
We work to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees that are aimed at supporting your health and wellness, financial planning, work life balance, and protection from the unexpected. The following benefits are included in addition to your base compensation:
Medical insurance
Dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Paid parental leave
Paid professional development opportunities
Paid Solar Sabbaticals (extended period off for every three years of service)
Reimbursement for work-related travel at GSA rates
Long term disability insurance coverage
Laptop, cell phone, and unlimited data plan
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.
We are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, physical and/or mental disability, genetic information, atypical cellular or blood trait, marital and/or familial status, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No