Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.The AES CE Senior Renewables Performance Engineer is responsible for supporting the operational portfolio of solar, wind, and battery storage projects by analyzing operational performance trends.  The role serves a pivotal responsibility to ensure that AES CE operates and maintains the portfolio to standards that exceed industry best-practice. Main Responsibilities:<ul><li>Operations<ul><li>Lead the buildout of new performance tools and diagnostics for operating renewables assets across solar, wind, and battery storage projects</li><li>Build Diagnostics, Alarms, HMIs, Reports, and Advanced Pattern Recognition modules to support operational enhancements and performance improvements</li><li>Develop, maintain, and use advanced pattern recognition software models and plant operational data to detect changes in the operating behavior of plant equipment and systems.</li><li>Monitor equipment performance and predict component health, alerting SMEs and site personnel of anomalies within those trends which could adversely affect the reliability, availability, maintainability and performance of equipment.</li><li>Measure fleet performance against established KPI metrics and compare actual to forecasted performance</li><li>Produce monthly/quarterly/annual performance reports, inclusive a detailed variance analysis.</li><li>Seek and evaluate proposals for analysis services and consultants where needed</li><li>Perform Job Safety Assessments and Safety Walks to identify job-site hazards</li></ul></li><li>Collaboration<ul><li>Collaborate with Operations and Engineering teams to identify underperformance diagnostics and optimize calculations</li><li>Recommend equipment parameter adjustments and software modifications to OEMs &amp; Field Services personnel</li><li>Coordinate with Operations Technology team members to optimize point sampling and historization of operational data to support Compliance and Warranty requirements</li><li>“Close the loop” between Operations and Engineering by recording and communicating issues that can be mitigated through better design</li><li>Utilize technology such as robotics, imaging technologies and advanced analytics to reduce field labor and improve operational performance</li></ul></li><li> Growth and Leadership<ul><li>Participate in AES CE’s growth planning process by contributing to process improvement task forces and other strategic planning activities</li><li>Improve and develop processes for the execution of safe, quality and high-performance projects</li><li>Educate team on changing trends in technology, best practices and safety</li></ul></li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Undergraduate degree in Engineering or equivalent technical field</li><li>5+ Years of professional experience in engineering with focus on measuring and maintaining system performance</li><li>Strong understanding of industry trends in production tools and processes</li><li>Proficiency with advanced analysis and database tools for development of metrics and dashboards.</li><li>Familiarity with Asset Performance Management solutions including EtaPro.</li><li>Ability to work effectively with Microsoft software programs, including but not limited to Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint</li><li>Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend equipment/facility schematics</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>High degree of commitment to a quality safety culture and an incident-free work environment</li><li>Willingness to travel within the U.S. to support company’s portfolio of Solar, Wind, and BESS assets</li><li>Personal values consistent with those of the AES Corporation; Safety, Integrity, Excellence, Agility and Fun</li></ul>AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $111,000 and $138,550/Annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The world no longer thinks of energy as a matter of supply and demand. Now it&rsquo;s a space for innovation and partnership. With this transformation comes a responsibility to work with a smarter approach, new thinking informed by past experiences, and with stronger collaboration between regulators and innovators, old systems and new technologies. At AES, we partner with our organizations from industries of every kind, across all markets and at every stage of development, and we&rsquo;ve been doing it for decades. We know that every organization is at a unique place in their energy journey. A one-size fits all approach using outdated technology isn&rsquo;t going to cut it. When you work with AES, you can expect to work in partnership with us to create innovative, customized energy solutions that deliver the most value to you and your energy goals while empowering the growth of your business. Want to join us? We&rsquo;re looking for people to join us on that journey and care more about who you are than what&rsquo;s on your resum&eacute;. Coming from all walks of life, our people share a passion for improving lives by improving the energy sector through innovation, collaboration and action. At AES, we invest in your development and empower you to continuously improve because we know when you&rsquo;re at your best, that&rsquo;s when we&rsquo;ll make the greatest impact. We are AES. Come join us, and let&rsquo;s accelerate the future of energy, together.&nbsp;

Senior Engineer, Renewables Performance

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.The AES CE Senior Renewables Performance Engineer is responsible for supporting the operational portfolio of solar, wind, and battery storage projects by analyzing operational performance trends.&nbsp; The role serves a pivotal responsibility to ensure that AES CE operates and maintains the portfolio to standards that exceed industry best-practice.&nbsp;Main Responsibilities:<ul><li>Operations<ul><li>Lead the buildout of new performance tools and diagnostics for operating renewables assets across solar, wind, and battery storage projects</li><li>Build Diagnostics, Alarms, HMIs, Reports, and Advanced Pattern Recognition modules to support operational enhancements and performance improvements</li><li>Develop, maintain, and use advanced pattern recognition software models and plant operational data to detect changes in the operating behavior of plant equipment and systems.</li><li>Monitor equipment performance and predict component health, alerting SMEs and site personnel of anomalies within those trends which could adversely affect the reliability, availability, maintainability and performance of equipment.</li><li>Measure fleet performance against established KPI metrics and compare actual to forecasted performance</li><li>Produce monthly/quarterly/annual performance reports, inclusive a detailed variance analysis.</li><li>Seek and evaluate proposals for analysis services and consultants where needed</li><li>Perform Job Safety Assessments and Safety Walks to identify job-site hazards</li></ul></li><li>Collaboration<ul><li>Collaborate with Operations and Engineering teams to identify underperformance diagnostics and optimize calculations</li><li>Recommend equipment parameter adjustments and software modifications to OEMs &amp; Field Services personnel</li><li>Coordinate with Operations Technology team members to optimize point sampling and historization of operational data to support Compliance and Warranty requirements</li><li>“Close the loop” between Operations and Engineering by recording and communicating issues that can be mitigated through better design</li><li>Utilize technology such as robotics, imaging technologies and advanced analytics to reduce field labor and improve operational performance</li></ul></li><li>&nbsp;Growth and Leadership<ul><li>Participate in AES CE’s growth planning process by contributing to process improvement task forces and other strategic planning activities</li><li>Improve and develop processes for the execution of safe, quality and high-performance projects</li><li>Educate team on changing trends in technology, best practices and safety</li></ul></li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Undergraduate degree in Engineering or equivalent technical field</li><li>5+ Years of professional experience in engineering with focus on measuring and maintaining system performance</li><li>Strong understanding of industry trends in production tools and processes</li><li>Proficiency with advanced analysis and database tools for development of metrics and dashboards.</li><li>Familiarity with Asset Performance Management solutions including EtaPro.</li><li>Ability to work effectively with Microsoft software programs, including but not limited to Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint</li><li>Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend equipment/facility schematics</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>High degree of commitment to a quality safety culture and an incident-free work environment</li><li>Willingness to travel within the U.S. to support company’s portfolio of Solar, Wind, and BESS assets</li><li>Personal values consistent with those of the AES Corporation; Safety, Integrity, Excellence, Agility and Fun</li></ul>AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $111,000 and $138,550/Annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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