Solar Operations Systems & Performance Engineering Summer Intern
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Overview
Job Description
Title: Solar Operations Systems & Performance Engineering Intern
About Altus Power
Altus Power is a leading U.S. clean power company, driving the commercial-scale solar economy through a fully integrated platform that invests in, constructs, develops, finances, owns and operates renewable energy infrastructure. With over 1GW of operating assets across 26 states, we're delivering innovative, high-impact energy solutions to Fortune 1000 companies, financial institutions, households, municipalities and more.
A portfolio company of TPG Rise Climate and backed by financial partners like Blackstone and Goldman Sachs, we're built for scale, accelerating the shift to reliable, local clean power for communities and businesses nationwide.
Headquartered in Stamford, Conn. - just a short train ride from New York City - we offer a fast-paced, collaborative environment where passionate, mission-driven professionals come together to power a cleaner future. We lead with vision. We act with purpose. And we're looking for smart, driven people ready to help power what comes next.
About the Position
We are seeking a Solar Operations Systems & Performance Engineering Intern to support our Energy Optimization Team. This hybrid role combines data-driven performance analysis with business systems and process improvement, providing hands-on exposure to how solar assets are monitored, maintained, and optimized at scale.
You will work closely with our performance engineering desk, data analysts, and systems administrator to improve plant performance, streamline workflows, and enhance operational visibility.
Responsibilities:
Performance Engineering Support
- Monitor daily solar site performance and identify underperforming assets
- Support root cause analysis of inverter, tracker, and communication issues
- Assist with performance reporting
Systems & Process Improvement
- Help document and improve operational workflows ( i.e., PM scheduling, asset handover)
- Support CMMS data cleanup
- Assist with automation of reporting and dashboards
- Improve data quality and asset hierarchy organization
- Help standardize operating procedures and templates
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Interface with field operations team
- Support our technical asset management and reporting needs
- Work with our CMMS administrator and Sr. Production Manager on integration improvements
What You'll Learn
- How C&I solar assets operate day-to-day
- How technical performance impacts financial outcomes
- How to manage and scale operational systems
- How to balance engineering analysis with real-world operational constraints
- How asset management decisions are made
Why This Role Matters
This role directly supports:
- Improving portfolio performance
- Reducing operational inefficiencies
- Scaling our operations platform.
Requirements:
- Pursuing degree in Engineering, Data Analytics, Operations Management, or related field
- Strong Excel skills
- Interest in renewable energy operations
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Ability to analyze data and communicate insights
- Ability to commute to our Stamford, CT office (Monday - Friday)
Preferred Skills:
- Python or Power BI experience
- Familiarity with solar PV concepts
- Coursework in power systems, data analytics, or process improvement
Here are a few of the benefits we offer:
- Opportunity to learn from industry leaders in growing industry
- Company paid lunch in the office
- Company paid membership to building gym
- Company team building events!
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