Renewable Energy Performance Specialist

1 week ago

Sandton, South Africa Pele Energy Group Full time
Job Title: Senior Performance Engineer at Pele Green Energy

About the Role



We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Performance Engineer to join our team at Pele Green Energy. As a Senior Performance Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the optimal performance of our fleet of renewable energy assets, including wind and solar power plants. This role will involve leading key inputs to all O&M activities, providing operational and technical guidance to site teams, and supporting the Project Development and Engineering Teams on technical design scope for new power plants.



Key Responsibilities


  • Technical & Operational

    • Maximize plant performance through data analytics and engineering.
    • Conduct root cause analysis of equipment problems and provide recommendations to prevent future outages and/or failures.
    • Assess technical risks and propose mitigation strategies to reduce risk exposure in project CAPEX, OPEX, and revenues.
    • Identify, implement, and validate performance improvements.
    • Manage reliability engineering functions to ensure defect elimination.
    • Review monthly Technical and Operation reports to co-owned assets, analyze performance, and collaborate with Third-Party operational teams for detailed assessments to Pele executive group.
    • Play a key role in preparing technical inputs and performance metrics to support site-specific monthly operational reports to the Asset Management team.
    • Manage Technical Due Diligence assignments for support inputs to Sponsor(s) as well as Lender(s) - LTA's and IE's.
    • Provide O&M routine tests of plant equipment, including recommendations for repair or servicing and subsequent testing requirements.
    • Review results of O&M routine tests of plant equipment, including recommendations for repair or servicing and subsequent testing requirements.
    • Perform End of Warranty analysis, reviews, and reporting and alternative routine maintenance and repair strategies.
    • Provide direction to operations and maintenance teams to ensure equipment remains reliable, including both technical and financial decisions.
    • Assist and advise SCADA engineering with the implementation of Performance Management/Monitoring software, development of software tools, and occasionally crafting of customized software tools for Engineering, Analytics, and Dashboard reporting.
    • Utilize predictive and preventative maintenance (PM/PDM) techniques to monitor and evaluate process variables and to identify status and trending of operational deficiencies.
    • Work with OEM's and Subcontractors to pinpoint failures and ensure efficient and effective resolutions.
    • Develop strategic plans for major equipment overhauls and/or replacement to optimize operational lifespan of the plant, including engineering & design proposals, economic justifications, and recommended parts, materials, and/or BOQ's.


Project and Business Development


  • Provide technical support to projects in development, construction, or operation (layout, sizing, Energy Yield Assessment, technical/cost analysis, electrical design, etc....) for internal and external clients.
  • Analyze technical information received for a specific project (including RFP/RFQ and tenders) and evaluate its impact in the electrical design of the project.
  • Provide technical advisory to internal Investment & Funding team for potential acquisitions.
  • Draft, edit, and review performance-related aspects of scopes of work, technical exhibits, specifications, report templates, etc for new RFP's.
  • Review and support negotiation of performance-related aspects of power purchase agreements, EPC contracts, interconnection agreements, equipment warranties, etc.


General & Other


  • Contribute to the identification of SHEQ risks and drive processes to achieve Zero Harm.
  • Ensure that safety is a key focus and paramount importance in all projects and shall be delivered in full compliance with local legislation and company policy and adherence/compliance to applicable standards, rules, and regulations (local and international).
  • Work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and excellence.
  • Participate and/or drive feasibility studies, vendor selections, and proposals for evaluation by appropriate key stakeholders.
  • Manage stakeholders: liaison with engineering, operational, and support function personnel to derive and execute fit-for-purpose maintenance solutions according to sound risk management practices.
  • Develop technical team capability, technology roadmap, software tools, and engineering management processes to ensure a competent knowledge base for continued success within area of responsibility.
  • Strong understanding and application of business drivers, financial reporting standards.
  • Regular reporting/updates to management advising of project progress to plan, KPI's. Advise of areas requiring escalation, decision for resolution & non-conformance.


Requirements


  • Bachelor degree in Engineering (Bsc/BEng), preferably Electrical, or equivalent.
  • 10 to 12 years of post-graduate experience in Electrical Power Systems industry, Utility scale environment, or equivalent.
  • 4+ years minimum experience working with Renewable Energy Power Plant technologies (PV and/or wind).
  • 2 to 3 years of experience in Plant O&M activities with emphasis on Technical Performance Management.
  • ECSA registration as a candidate is required as a minimum, however preference is given to candidates already professionally registered with ECSA.
  • Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and SharePoint with experience presenting to stakeholders and/or Senior Leadership, and proven technical writing skills.
  • Interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate, and enhance performance within a cross-functional environment.
  • Demonstrate decisiveness in resolving business problems, making decisions, and identifying priorities.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Valid Drivers' License.


About Us



Pele Green Energy is a leading renewable energy company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for a sustainable future. We are committed to excellence and strive for continuous improvement in all our endeavors.



Why Join Us



At Pele Green Energy, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and teamwork. We provide opportunities for professionals to develop their skills and expertise while contributing to the success of a forward-thinking organization.



How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications with a cover letter and resume. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.


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