Operations Engineer - Solar at Cypress Creek Renewables (View all jobs) (https://ccrenew.com/careers/) Durham, NC or Remote The Company Cypress Creek Renewables (CCR), is a leader in powering a sustainable future through the development, financing, ownership, and operation of utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects nationwide. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us. The Role Cypress Creek Renewables is seeking a highly motivated Operations Engineer with a proven track record of experience in utility-scale solar. The Operations Engineer will play a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of our rapidly growing portfolio of utility-scale PV plants. You will assist in troubleshooting, causal analysis, and performance improvement initiatives. In addition, the Operations Engineer will create monthly, quarterly, and annual performance/production reports for internal and external use. Essential Duties and Responsibilities + Closely monitor the day-to-day operation and long-term performance of numerous utility scale photovoltaic generation facilities. + Data analysis of underperforming systems. + Develop recommended schedules for routine maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of equipment at photovoltaic facilities. + Manage complex tasks and projects as required for the Operations & Maintenance team. + Aid field technicians and control room operators with complex system troubleshooting. + Perform root cause analysis for major system faults. + Predict future issues via daily monitoring and trending. + Create performance reports for asset management and project finance teams. + Serve as main point of interface for all technical questions regarding facility performance from external parties. + Higher level engineers provide advanced support for the team requiring a more in-depth analysis of performance and/or electrical troubleshooting. Desired Education and/or Work Experience + B.S. and/or Masters in Engineering, preferably Electrical Engineering. + Professional Engineering (PE) license, or Engineer in Training (EIT), or desire to obtain one + 4+ years of experience in the operation and troubleshooting of electrical equipment. + Experience or education in data analytics: using programming (Python, R, VBA, etc) to manipulate, analyze, and automate tasks with large data sets; preferably in the solar industry + Established record of experience with photovoltaic maintenance and design. + Established record of experience with operation of SCADA "Cimplicity" or "Ignition", DAS, and control systems. + Established record of experience in all aspects of electrical maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring. + Established record of experience or knowledge of electrical power systems, protection coordination, and modifying relay settings. + Established record in relay operation, settings, and event analysis. + Proficiency with MS Office Suite, with a deeper focus on Excel. + Ability to take direction and complete tasks with minimal oversight. Requirements/Work Environment + Work is to be performed primarily in an office environment with occasional field visits. + Ability to obtain unescorted access for NERC/CIP facilities. + Valid Driver’s License. + Must have the ability to travel, work on-call during off-shift hours and weekends. Benefits: + 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays. + 401(k) Match + Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance + Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave + Tuition Reimbursement + Phone Bill Reimbursement + Fully expensed company travel, mileage reimbursement + Company Swag Location: Ideally, we would like our Operations Engineer to be based in our Durham, NC office or Remote, depending on experience. This position will be expected to visit sites on occasion. A note to Recruiting Agencies Cypress Creek Renewables Human Resources te am does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and h iring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of C CR and we are not responsible for any related fees . All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team. Cypress Creek Renewables is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and values diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.