Junior Solar PV Performance Engineer/Intern

ROLE: Junior Performance Engineer (Customer Success Team)

Location: Dehradun

Work Mode: On-site

Joining: Immediate

Experience: Internship, Fresh Graduate to 1 year

Positions: Multiple full-time and internship

About SmartHelio

SmartHelio is a Y Combinator-backed deep-tech startup based in Lausanne, Switzerland, operating in the clean-tech space. We are working to make clean energy assets more profitable and long-lasting through electronics, AI, and advanced data analytics.

SmartHelio provides AI-enabled technology and deep-data analytics solutions for solar energy systems, helping solar companies improve their operational, financial, and business insights. Kindly visit www.smarthelio.com for more information.

About the Role

As a Junior Performance Engineer, you will work with the Customer Success and technical teams to monitor and analyze the performance of solar PV plants. You will support the team in identifying performance issues, preparing reports, working with data analytics, and delivering insights to customers.

This role is suitable for a few interns,fresh engineering graduate or someone with up to 1 year of experience in solar PV, O&M, plant operations, or a related field.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze the performance of solar PV plants.
• Support the team in identifying plant performance issues and potential faults.
• Assist in preparing weekly performance reports and impact analysis for PV sites.
• Support the preparation of client deliverables and performance-related reports.
• Work closely with data scientists and technical teams working on fault detection algorithms.
• Assist in analyzing plant data and identifying performance trends.
• Support customer communication and resolve basic technical queries.
• Participate in monthly performance review meetings with clients.
• Coordinate with on-site teams when required for maintenance and performance-related activities.
• Maintain proper documentation of analysis, reports, and customer-related activities.
• Continuously learn and develop an understanding of solar PV operations and performance analytics.

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Energy Systems, or relevant fields.
• Currently pursuing or Fresh graduates with Solar PV/renewable energy training are welcome.
• Up to 1 year of experience in solar PV, O&M, plant engineering, or performance engineering is preferred.
• 7th and 8th semesterElectrical/Mechanical Engineering students can also apply for full-time internship opportunities.
• Basic understanding of solar PV systems and O&M.
• Basic data analysis skills and understanding of PV performance parameters.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Office, and Google Workspace.
• Strong willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced environment.

Good to Have

• Internship/project experience in solar PV or renewable energy.
• Familiarity with SCADA or solar monitoring systems.
• Basic knowledge of Performance Ratio (PR), generation, and plant availability.

What We Offer

1. Salary: as per the market standards
2. Opportunity to work with global energy experts
3. Opportunity to develop capacities and skills by participating in learning programs organized by top European/US business universities and startup incubators (We are part of Y Combinator, B Corporation, AWS, Mass Challenge, etc.)
4. Opportunity to learn and explore the analytics and software industry
5. Opportunity to network with people in India, Europe, and the US
6. Opportunity to lead strategies and manage portfolios independently
7. Opportunity to build and lead a team independently

Pre-requisite

• Candidates are required to bring their own laptop for work.

How to Apply

Send your resume and cover letter to: [Confidential Information] , [HIDDEN TEXT],[HIDDEN TEXT]