Renewable Senior Performance Engineer

Description

Sargent & Lundy's Consulting group is seeking a senior performance engineer with experience performing solar PV energy yield assessments on utility-scale solar projects. Candidate will specialize in solar PV and battery energy storage performance modeling while getting the opportunity to expand their expertise across CSP, wind, geothermal, simple- and combined-cycle gas, RICE, and fuel cell projects-building client-facing experience with utilities, developers, IPPs, and data center developers on complex, high-visibility consulting engagements.

This position in Sargent & Lundy's Consulting group will require you to do the following :

Perform solar resource assessments considering both satellite-based and ground-based data

Analyze operational production and performance data and climatic data from solar projects

Lead and mentor a team of performance engineers responsible for modeling, design review, and technical optimization across the solar, wind and battery energy storage projects.

Conduct long-term solar PV energy production assessments using PVsyst and Excel-based post-processing tools.

Primarily focus on utility-scale solar assessments but support work across all scales including residential, commercial, and industrial

Predict energy production

Perform uncertainty analysis to determine probabilities of exceedance (e.g., P90, P95, P99)

Conduct statistical uncertainty analyses, clipping adjusted degradation analysis

Participate in energy yield assessment process improvement initiatives and process validation

Write technical due diligence reports and communicate results to clients and key stakeholders including developers and financiers

Incorporate appropriate PV modeling assumptions and inputs into simulation

Communicate with clients to answer technical questions with regard to solar resource and energy yield

In addition to performing PV energy yield assessments, candidate will be expected to support S&L's independent engineering and technical due diligence services for project financing or asset acquisition of new solar projects. Common tasks include :

Evaluating solar equipment selections / technologies

Evaluating project execution plans from EPC contractors

Reviewing project contracts including PPA, EPC, and O&M agreements

Reviewing project CAPEX, OPEX, and performance parameters in financial models

Other job duties may also include :

Preparing and reviewing engineering deliverables such as reports, studies, and calculations

Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, UL, and IEC standards related to solar design and performance

Collaborating with teammates to define project execution plans

Monitoring project schedules and budgets

Supporting multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring a high quality standard is met

Interfacing with clients to understand requests and confirm successful project execution

Familiarity with inverter / load ratio strategies, bifacial gain considerations, and soiling / loss estimation

Preparing proposals for new business development opportunities

Traveling occasionally to visit project locations and client offices.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a science discipline such as chemistry, physics, materials science, or a related field and a comprehensive understanding of solar resource assessment and energy yield prediction methodology.

In order to qualify, it is important that you have 7+ years of experience in the energy industry, including one or more of the following :

Experience in design of utility-scale solar projects

Previous experience as a renewable energy consultant

Experience performing renewable due diligence services

Experience performing uncertainty and statistical data analysis

Proficiency working with data analysis tools

Familiarity with renewable energy project execution and finance

Experience with statistical modeling and data analytics

Also extremely important are :

Excellent verbal / written communication skills

Experience in writing technical reports and proposals

Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others

Project planning and leadership skills

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

Health Plans : Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Back-Up Daycare

FSA & HSA

401(k)

Pre-Tax Commuter Account

Merit Scholarship Program

Employee Discount Program

Corporate Charitable Giving Program

Tuition Assistance

First Professional Licensure Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Annual Personal / Sick Time (PST)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$116,620.00 - $179,890.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

CityChicago

StateIL

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestConsulting

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2025-19841

Business GroupConsulting Group

DepartmentRenewable Energy