Performance Engineer - Electric Generation

Performance Engineer – Electric Generation Job Summary The Performance Engineer monitors , identifies , tracks, analyzes, and reports on the performance and health of electric generation assets to maximize availability, reliability, and net energy production. This role interprets Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition ( SCADA ) and A sset M anagement software data, develops expected actual performance baselines, and delivers clear, stakeholder-ready reports that quantify losses from equipment condition s , controls issues, operating constraints, environmental limits and risk management . The Performance Engineer partners closely with Operations and Maintenance, Environmental, and Real-Time Systems to investigate and track lost production, recommend and track corrective actions, and validate results. Through trend analysis and early-failure detection, the role supports predictive and preventative maintenance planning . Recommends, evaluates , oversees and verifies performance improvement of assets and asset management software . This position is posted as a five-level job family (Associate through Senior); placement will align with the selected candidate’s education, experience, and qualifications. Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, trend, and report generation asset performance and health to maximize availability, reliability, and net energy production.
• Analyze SCADA and asset management software data to produce stakeholder-ready reports , KPI reporting, and actionable reports .
• Develop and maintain expected vs . actual performance baselines and los t production accounting for derates, outages, dispatch & transmission constraints , equipment degradation, controls issues, and environmental constraints .
• Lead/ participate in investigations of lost production , equipment degradation , controls issues and data related outages ; partner with Operations and Maintenance, Environmental, and Real -Time systems to prioritize corrective actions and validate results.
• Plan and support performance , analytics and acceptance testing of SCADA data and Asset Management d ata as new sites reach commercial operations Support outage planning and post-outage reviews by providing performance-based work prioritization and tracking return-to-service performance.
• Improve data quality and repeatability by validating instrument health and tag configuration, maintaining document s and calculation methods . Work with Operations and Maintenance to ensure proper planning, execution and validation of instrument calibration process.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
• Crosstrain with Reliability, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers on Renewable and Conventional G eneration A sset s Associate Engineer Requirements
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering Preferred or Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program (degree completion by May 30, 2026 ).
• 0- 12 + months of relevant experience (including internships, co-ops, or research).
• Basic knowledge of power generation and renewable assets ( w ind, solar, and b attery) , including performance metrics and common causes of los t production .
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft E xcel and W ord , AutoCAD , time-series data, drawings
• Ability to research and extract inf ormation from drawings, manuals and tag lists
• Ability to create basic reports with assistance
• Continuously learns and builds job-related technical and professional skills through training, mentorship, office and field work.
• Valid driver’s license Preferred
• B asic knowledge with a programming langu a ge (Python, SQL, C/C++, R) Engineer 1 Requirements
• 1+ years relevant experience
• Improved performance of a ll duties and responsibilities of the Associate Engineer level plus
• Perform routine monitoring of renewable generation asset performance and basic data analysis.
• Support the development of expected vs. actual performance baselines under supervision.
• Assist in investigations of lost production, equipment degradation, or controls issues.
• Contribute to KPI reporting and production of stakeholder-ready analytics with guidance.
• Participate in SCADA and Asset Management data validation activities.
• Support outage planning activities by gathering performance data and completing assigned analysis tasks
• Ability to prepare cost estimates under supervision
• Basic knowledge with a programming language (Python and SQL) Preferred
• Experience in the electric utility industry. Engineer 2 Requirements
• 4 + years of equivalent experience.
• Improved performance of all duties and responsibilities of the Engineer 1 level plus
• Independently conduct performance monitoring and detailed analysis of renewable generation assets.
• Develop, refine, and maintain performance baselines with limited oversight.
• Participate in complex investigations and assist in root-cause analysis for performance losses.
• Produce KPI reports, operational analytics, and performance summaries for engineering and operations stakeholders.
• Validate and troubleshoot instrument health and tag configuration issues.
• Support outage planning and post‑outage performance reviews through advanced performance analysis.
• Contribute to process improvements and documentation updates.
• Growing expertise in engineering principles and project execution Preferred
• Experience in the electric utility industry.
• PMP certification or advanced project management skills . Engineer 3 Requirements
• 9 + years of equivalent experience
• Improved performance of all duties and responsibilities of the Engineer 2 level plus
• Lead performance engineering activities across multiple renewable generation sites.
• Build advanced analytics models, performance monitoring tools, and reliability assessments.
• Lead investigations into equipment degradation, controls issues, or recurring production losses.
• Coordinate corrective action planning across Maintenance, Environmental, and Real-Time Systems teams.
• Manage medium‑to‑large engineering projects, ensuring objectives , schedules, and deliverables are met.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and co‑ops.
• Support fleet‑wide data quality improvement initiatives and standardize analytical methods.
• Comprehensive knowledge of asset performance monitoring, data analytics, and root-cause troubleshooting in a power generation environment.
• Ability to manage complex projects and mentor junior engineers Preferred
• Experience in the electric utility industry.
• EIT/PE certification
• PMP certification Senior Engineer Requirements
• 12 + years of equivalent experience
• Improved performance of all duties and responsibilities of the Engineer 3 level plus
• Provide strategic direction and technical leadership for fleet-wide performance engineering programs.
• Lead complex, high-impact investigations and oversee root-cause analysis across renewable portfolios.
• Develop and maintain performance engineering standards, compliance practices, and data governance frameworks.
• Oversee major cross-functional initiatives to improve availability, reliability, and net energy production.
• Mentor and coach engineers across all levels, supporting professional development and technical training.
• Lead major outage planning and fleet-wide performance improvement projects.
• Act as a subject matter expert for SCADA, Asset Management systems, and advanced analytics.
• Expert knowledge of engineering principles, compliance standards
• Strong leadership, coaching, and project management skills Preferred
• Experience in the electric utility industry.
• EIT/PE certification
• PMP certification
• Advanced degree in Business or Engineering This position is posted as a five-level Performance Engin