O&M Performance Engineer

Opdenergy
Málaga, Spain
4 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience required
4 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English

Tech stack

Microsoft Excel Data Analysis Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Python (Programming Language) Operational Data Store Power BI Standard Sql SQL Databases Web Performance Optimization Mttr Data Analytics

Job description

Opdenergy is a growing independent renewable energy producer (IPP) with presence in Europe, United States and Latin America with more than 19 years’ experience. The company develops, builds, finances, manages and operates high quality renewable energy projects in several countries, with a portfolio of 2,6 GW (1,9 operational and + 0,7 ready to build / under construction) assets in operations and construction, whole portfolio under development sums up to over 18 GW.We are currently looking for anO&M Performance Engineerwith experience in utility-scale renewable assets to support the technical and operational optimization of our international portfolio of photovoltaic and wind power plants.What will you help with?Monitor and analyse the performance of utility-scale renewable assets, ensuring maximum availability, reliability and energy yieldTrack and evaluate key operational KPIs such as Performance Ratio (PR), Availability, Specific Yield, Curtailment, MTTR and MTBF.Identify production deviations and underperformance through SCADA data analysis monitoring platforms and data analytics tools.Perform root cause analysis of incidents, failures and energy losses, proposing corrective and preventive actions to improve plant performance.Perform energy loss analysis, irradiance validation and data quality assessments to ensure accurate performance evaluationCoordinate with local O&M teams, Asset Management and external contractors to improve plant performance and reliability.Support the implementation of operational optimization initiatives including inverter settings, tracker optimization, tracker optimisation,cleaning strategies and preventive maintenance improvements.Review O&M contractor performance and compliance with SLAs, warranties and contractual obligations.Prepare technical reports and monthly performance presentations for management and stakeholders.Support the preparation of operational budgets, forecasts and performance benchmarking across the portfolio.Support technical discussions related to performance guarantees, warranty claims and contractual KPIs.Collaborate with Engineering, Construction and Development teams during plant commissioning, testing and handover phases.Contribute to the standardization and continuous improvement of O&M processes, tools and reporting systems.Support digitalisation and data analytics initiatives focused on operational efficiency and predictive performance management.Drive continuous improvement initiatives to maximise plant profitability and operational efficiency.Own performance analysis and support data-driven operational decision making across the portfolioEnsure compliance with H&S standards, operational procedures and quality standards across all assets.Who you areEngineering degree in Industrial, Electrical or similar. Valuable Master in Renewable Energy.At least 4-5 years of relevant experience in renewable energy operations, performance engineering, technical asset management or O&M.Experience with data analytics, automation and digital performance tools is highly valued.Strong knowledge of utility-scale photovoltaic plants; experience with BESS and wind assets is a plus.Experience working with SCADA systems and renewable energy monitoring platforms.Strong analytical skills and experience analysing operational KPIs and energy losses.Knowledge of SQL, Python or Power BI for operational data analysis and reporting automationFull command of English.Advanced Excel skills; knowledge of Power BI, SQL or Python is highly valued.What we offerHybrid model with 2 flexible days a week working from home.Stable employment based on a permanent contract.Real chances to grow inside a global, multicultural environment.Free snacks and well-equipped facilities.Free Health insurance.Language and technical training on demand.Free Meal vouchers.Flexible payment plan (transportation, childcare).We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.#J-*****-Ljbffr

Requirements

Engineering degree in Industrial, Electrical or similar. Valuable Master in Renewable Energy. At least 4-5 years of relevant experience in renewable energy operations, performance engineering, technical asset management or O&M. Experience with data analytics, automation and digital performance tools is highly valued. Strong knowledge of utility-scale photovoltaic plants; experience with BESS and wind assets is a plus. Experience working with SCADA systems and renewable energy monitoring platforms. Strong analytical skills and experience analysing operational KPIs and energy losses. Knowledge of SQL, Python or Power BI for operational data analysis and reporting automation Full command of English. Advanced Excel skills; knowledge of Power BI, SQL or Python is highly valued.

Benefits & conditions

Hybrid model with 2 flexible days a week working from home. Stable employment based on a permanent contract. Real chances to grow inside a global, multicultural environment. Free snacks and well-equipped facilities. Free Health insurance. Language and technical training on demand. Free Meal vouchers. Flexible payment plan (transportation, childcare). We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. #J-*****-Ljbffr

About the company

Málaga, España

Opdenergy is a growing independent renewable energy producer (IPP) with presence in Europe, United States and Latin America with more than 19 years’ experience. The company develops, builds, finances, manages and operates high quality renewable energy projects in several countries, with a portfolio of 2,6 GW (1,9 operational and + 0,7 ready to build / under construction) assets in operations and construction, whole portfolio under development sums up to over 18 GW. We are currently looking for an

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