Intersect · 1 month ago
Technical Operations - Performance Engineer (ERCOT)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$108K/yr - $118K/yr
2+ years expIntersect is a flexible workplace established in 2016, currently seeking a Technical Operations - Performance Engineer to drive performance excellence across PV and storage projects in ERCOT. The role involves monitoring system health, diagnosing issues, and ensuring optimal asset output while collaborating with various teams to enhance operational readiness and performance.
EnergyEnergy StorageRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Track PV and storage system performance using advanced data analytics tools to identify underperformance and emerging issues
Diagnose root causes using operational data, engineering knowledge, and site feedback
Prioritize and escalate issues to ensure timely resolution and minimal operational impact
Develop clear production reports and summaries of field service activities in coordination with site teams and third-party O&M
Support ongoing root-cause investigations and maintain thorough documentation for operational learnings
Prepare performance reporting to lenders, highlighting production trends, key issues, and mitigation actions
Partner with Asset Management to allocate resources and budgets toward the highest-priority site needs
Coordinate with O&M providers to ensure effective maintenance execution and strong communication flows
Contribute engineering insight to support real-time operational decision-making
Optimize PV, storage, and plant-level control systems to maximize system availability and output in ERCOT market conditions
Use modeling tools such as PlantPredict to evaluate performance and identify improvement opportunities
Qualification
Required
A technical educational background, such as a STEM bachelor's degree or a major in environmental or sustainability sciences
2+ years of experience as a performance engineer for a power plant operator or developer; experience working with O&M providers is a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and quantify performance issues using data
Proficiency with PlantPredict and other performance modeling tools
Ability to read and interpret electrical single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, and technical schematics
Working knowledge of plant operations, electrical systems, SCADA systems, and general power-generation processes
Experience analyzing equipment performance using digital monitoring and diagnostic tools
Familiarity with scripting languages, preferably Python
Proficiency with G Suite and experience using monitoring platforms such as Envision, Power Factors, and AlsoEnergy
Qualities that will help you succeed: structured problem-solving, curiosity, clear communication, and a collaborative working style
Benefits
100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot and Maven
Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub
3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track
$150 monthly food stipend
$150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet
Pet insurance allowance
Full home office setup and free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits
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Company
Intersect
We focus on the co-location of industrial demand with dedicated hybrid-power generation.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$8.95BKey Investors
Santander CIBTPGHPS Investment Partners
2025-12-22Acquired
2024-12-10Private Equity· $800M
2024-07-17Debt Financing· $837M
Leadership Team
Sheldon Kimber
CEO, Founder
Recent News
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