PV Performance Engineer

• Lead PV capacity testing and performance validation in accordance with ASTM E2848, delivering accurate assessments of plant performance.
• Resolve plant performance challenges by analyzing DC collection systems and large-scale plant data to identify root causes of underperformance.
• Advance energy modeling and long-term optimization by developing PV energy models and evaluating degradation trends.
• Strengthen DC collection system reliability and technical standards through engineering expertise and cross-functional collaboration.

This role directly contributes to maximizing the performance and reliability of utility-scale solar assets, accelerating the transition to clean energy and reducing carbon emissions to preserve the planet for future generations.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in PV energy modeling, utility-scale solar engineering, or with an independent power producer.
• Direct experience supporting utility-scale solar projects through commissioning, capacity testing, or operational performance engineering.
• Demonstrated expertise conducting ASTM E2848 PV capacity and performance testing.

Total Compensation: USD $188,500 - $205,400 (includes base salary + bonus). Equity Grant, 100% premium coverage for medical/dental/vision, unlimited PTO, up to 12 weeks paid parental leave, mental health support, $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly cell/internet reimbursement, pet insurance allowance, home office setup, and more.

Intersect Power develops, constructs, and operates ambitious power and data center infrastructure by co-locating industrial demand with dedicated gas and renewable power generation. Acquired by Google in 2026, the company is on a mission to preserve the planet through innovative energy solutions.