Sr System Performance Analyst
e-STORAGE is a subsidiary of Canadian Solar and a leading company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications. Currently, the Company operates two fully automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual production capacity of approaching 20 GWh. e-STORAGE is fully equipped to continue providing high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions and contribute to the widespread adoption of clean energy.
It is now one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. Canadian Solar is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 22 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Likewise, since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected over 9 GWp of solar power projects and over 3 GWh of battery storage projects across the world. Currently, the Company has approximately 700 MWp of solar power projects in operation, 8 GWp of projects under construction or in backlog (late-stage), and an additional 17 GWp of projects in advanced and early-stage pipeline. In addition, the Company has a total battery storage project development pipeline of 52 GWh, including approximately 2 GWh under construction or in backlog, and an additional 50 GWh at advanced and early-stage development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry.
Position Title: Sr System Performance Analyst
Department: Engineering
Reports To: BESS Data Analytics Manager
Location: UK, Remote
CS e-STORAGE is looking for a system performance analyst to carry out the in-depth analysis of performance data from battery storage systems. This position is at the crossroads of battery energy storage systems (BESS), engineering, and data analytics.
Analyze the performance of the BESS; conduct downtime analysis, identify under- performing areas and sub-systems, provide an understanding of system behaviour, and direct improvements & updates to improve system availability and capacity.
Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) like BESS Storage Availability, Charge/Discharge Energy, RTE, SoC and prepare reports (dashboards and presentations) to share with internal and external stakeholders.
Review monthly performance report from subcontractors for accuracy and prepare client-facing performance report.
Develop tools and automation (such as scripts, Python codes) to collect and process data for directing system operation and maintenance (O&M) and monitor BESS plant performance, such as flagging underperforming assets in real-time.
Interface with other personnel in Engineering, Service, Project Execution teams as well as subcontractors and clients.
Fluent in Python programing, Jupyter notebook environment and SQL language.
Knowledge of AWS cloud would be an asset.
Strong computer skills and In-depth familiarity with big data analysis.
Problem solving ability, critical thinking, creative thinking skills.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel).