Solar & BESS Specialist - Temporary

Advancing energy transition with purpose! Founded in 2011 with the goal of empowering investors to participate in the Clean Energy Transition, Greenbacker Renewables is an investment manager and independent power producer with years of proven experience and deep industry relationships. We are committed to delivering results for our partners, people, and our planet!

We have a temporary contract need for a Solar, BESS Specialist on a remote or hybrid schedule for 6 months with the opportunity for extension dependent upon business needs. Greenbacker is driven by mission and guided by impact. Develop your career and be a part of our exciting journey.

Summary

The Solar, BESS specialist role will report to the Vice President, Operations, Solar/BESS within the Operations department, providing technical oversight on existing control systems and networks.

What You Will Do at Greenbacker

• Provide technical oversight, configuration and support of existing network security, network providers, and regulatory compliance collaboration.  
• Monitor and troubleshoot and related control system performance. Perform engineering, troubleshooting, and operation/maintenance-based tasks for solar and battery storage dataloggers and network devices supporting networked applications and UIs.
• Work cross functionally with PMO, Technology, Asset Management teams, and Contractors
• Serve as the primary point of contact for DAS and SCADA platforms of our commercial and utility-scale assets in all stages of development and operation.
• Review electrical, DAS, and SCADA documents for opportunities to increase functionality, minimum standards, and compliance with foreseeable requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as NERC.
• Manage documentation control, review, Review and approve control diagrams, network topologies, point lists, and operational procedures.
• Stay informed on emerging DAS, industrial protocols (DNP3, CAN, Ethernet, Modbus), and best practices in data automation.
• Assist with technical due diligence for new assets being acquired or achieving permission to operate, including documentation.
• Review the portfolio assets monitoring platform for completeness, accuracy, and opportunity to improve asset reporting on key performance indicators.
• Proactively identify potential issues that could reduce data accuracy or integrity in respect to asset performance or production reporting.
• Partner with the Asset Management team to identify opportunities to improve asset performance
• Implement updates and system enhancements
• Provide appropriate and timely technical guidance and troubleshooting on real-time matters relating to DAS, SCADA, and controls as requested from our technical teams, vendors, and contractors.
• Coordinate with the Technology team on Operations Technology initiatives.
• Manage and develop third-party relationships and contracts specific to Performance Engineering, DAS, SCADA, Regulatory, and/or network providers. 
• Contribute financial and cost estimates for third-party relationships and contracts specific to DAS, SCADA, regulatory, and/or network providers.
• Refine, improve, and document departmental processes and procedures.
• There may be occasional project-related travel for onsite objectives and industry events
• Other duties as assigned and in connection with our business evolution.

What You Will Bring to Greenbacker

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automation, Industrial Technology, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in renewable energy: Utility scale Solar and Battery (Wind a plus!))
• Effective communicator with the ability to interface cross functionally and with end users.
• Familiarity with datalogger configuration or other technical/programming skills
• Strong experience in managing DAS implementation
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols
• Basic database skills (, historians, data visualization).
• Exposure to cloud or edge-based SCADA architectures.
• Understanding of SCADA software platforms
• Familiarity with Site Performance Engineering, troubleshooting, and triaging of data characteristics.
• Understanding and experience with compliance frameworks (e.g., NERC CIP, NIST, ICS/OT cybersecurity concepts, or ISO standards).
• Persistent, self-motivated, independent, and have a strong sense of ownership.
• Strong commitment to accuracy and “right first time” approach to all work.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet all responsibilities, deadlines, and commitments of the position while working on a remote or hybrid work schedule.

What Greenbacker Offers

Greenbacker provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Base Annual Salary range information provided serves as a general guideline.  The base annual salary range for this position is $90,000 to $130,000. Individual base annual salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

Eligible employees will have access to comprehensive insurance and benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short-term disability, Long-term disability,
• Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Parental Leave Benefits
• Supplemental and Voluntary Benefits
• Company Events

Greenbacker is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please contact Greenbacker Human Resources at: humanesources@greenbackercapital.com.  Include your full name, the best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.

Federal law prohibits job discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, and genetic information.

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