Application Guide

How to Apply for PV Performance Engineer

at Intersect Power

🏢 About Intersect Power

Intersect Power is unique as a developer of scalable low-carbon solutions specifically targeting both retail and wholesale energy markets with clean electricity and fuels, not just solar generation. They focus on integrated energy solutions rather than standalone solar projects, offering a broader impact in decarbonizing energy systems. Working here means contributing to innovative business models that bridge clean power generation with market delivery.

About This Role

This PV Performance Engineer role involves leading PV module technology selection, energy modeling, and performance estimates for utility-scale solar projects, with specific ownership of thin-film and CdTe PV technology. The position is impactful because you'll directly influence project financing success by managing Independent Engineers' deliverables and optimizing designs to achieve the lowest Levelized Cost of Electricity (LCOE) for Intersect Power's market-focused projects.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves analyzing PV module performance data, refining energy models for active projects, coordinating with engineering consultants on design deliverables, and collaborating with cross-functional teams on LCOE optimization strategies. You might review Independent Engineer reports, assess new PV technology options, and prepare technical documentation for financing due diligence.

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🎯 Who Intersect Power Is Looking For

  • Has 6+ years of hands-on experience owning PV performance and production estimates specifically for utility-scale systems, not just smaller commercial projects
  • Possesses material science research/development background with demonstrated expertise in thin-film and CdTe PV technology, not just standard crystalline silicon
  • Has successfully managed Independent Engineer scope and deliverables through at least one completed project financing process
  • Holds an engineering degree (BS required, MS/PhD preferred) with technical depth in both PV technology and energy modeling

📝 Tips for Applying to Intersect Power

1

Quantify your utility-scale PV experience: specify project sizes (MW), your exact role in performance estimates, and how your work impacted financing outcomes

2

Highlight specific thin-film/CdTe PV technology experience in your resume, including any material science research or development work with these technologies

3

Demonstrate understanding of Intersect Power's dual-market approach by mentioning how your PV optimization experience could serve both retail and wholesale energy markets

4

Provide concrete examples of managing engineering consultants or Independent Engineers, including how you ensured deliverables met financing requirements

5

Show familiarity with LCOE optimization in your application materials, not just basic performance modeling

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with thin-film and CdTe PV technology and how it applies to utility-scale project optimization', 'Examples of successfully managing Independent Engineer deliverables through project financing processes', 'How your approach to PV performance modeling aligns with achieving lowest LCOE for market-competitive projects', "Understanding of Intersect Power's unique position serving both retail and wholesale energy markets with clean solutions"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Intersect Power's specific projects and portfolio mix between retail and wholesale markets
  • → Their technology partnerships and any public information about their PV technology preferences
  • → Recent news about their financing activities or project developments
  • → Their leadership team's background and public statements about technology strategy

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk through your process for PV performance estimation on a specific utility-scale project, including technology selection rationale
2 Describe your experience with thin-film/CdTe PV technology and how it compares to crystalline silicon for different project scenarios
3 How have you managed conflicts or scope changes with Independent Engineers during financing processes?
4 What specific strategies would you use to optimize PV design for lowest LCOE given Intersect Power's market-focused approach?
5 How do you stay current with PV module technology advancements, particularly in thin-film and emerging technologies?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only crystalline silicon PV experience without addressing the thin-film/CdTe requirement
  • Listing general solar experience without specifying utility-scale (100MW+) project involvement
  • Failing to demonstrate understanding of the financing process and Independent Engineer management requirements

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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