Operations Engineering Lead

Operations Engineering Lead | Dallas, TX | $130,000 - $155,000

The Story:

Come join a rapidly expanding company in there new venture! A company who is one of the largest independent solar and battery storage owner-operators in the US. With deep rooted partnerships, they are continuing to grow and build there team and they are looking for a skilled Operations Engineering Lead.

The Role:

• Oversee the design, retrofitting, and implementation of energy projects, ensuring effective coordination both on-site and off-site.
• Communicate and collaborate with internal teams and external partners, including operations, maintenance, and asset management.
• Manage engineering documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance during onboarding and operations.
• Create guidelines for routine maintenance and troubleshooting of photovoltaic and storage systems.
• Analyze equipment performance, conduct root cause investigations for failures, and recommend design improvements.
• Develop training programs for operations staff and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards across all activities.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years in Solar Engineering, with a strong grasp of solar project technical characteristics. Experience in Storage Engineering is a plus. Background in other renewable energy projects is preferred.
• Familiarity with conducting site visits and assessing technical issues in the field.
• Proficient in reviewing commissioning reports, FAT reports, and diagnostics. Knowledge of renewable energy engineering documents and project agreements/permits.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required; Master’s preferred.
• Experience in preparing or managing consultants for load flow and grid studies related to interconnection costs.
• Familiarity with the National Electric Code (NEC), FERC, and ISO standards.
• Strong background in electrical power systems engineering, including experience with DC, AC, MV, and HV systems, as well as SCADA and control systems.
• Proven ability to analyze failures, such as transformer issues and MV cable failures, with strong relay operations experience.
• Effective written and verbal communicator, capable of interfacing with cross-functional teams and managing projects independently or collaboratively.
• Demonstrated ability to enhance processes and create efficiencies.

Why Join

Join a company who promotes a culture of equity, transparency, and accessibility, ensuring that everyone can succeed. Our people are our most valuable asset, and we’re committed to investing in you for a cleaner future. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance: Coverage starts on the first of the month following your hire date.
• Generous PTO policy
• Competitive company 401k match
• Hybrid/flexible work schedule

If this opportunity is of interest to you, please apply and include a copy of your resume!