Job Description

Position:
Performance Engineer (Solar & Wind Data Analysis)
Location:
Kyiv, Ukraine
Work format: Full-time / Employment Agreement

We have a great career opportunity for a Performance Engineer in a leading Ukrainian renewable energy company with a head office in Kyiv.

The Company is focused on providing reliable clean energy from renewable sources. Its competencies include the management of solar and wind power plants, as well as the development and construction of renewable energy projects with participation in the sale of generated electricity on the open energy market. Currently, the company owns and operates one of the largest renewable energy portfolios in Ukraine, with a total installed capacity of 676 MW, and continues to develop new wind power projects with a capacity of over 470 MW, with the aim of expanding its presence to other cutting-edge energy technologies. As a strong advocate of a low-carbon and sustainable future, the company is committed to contributing to a lasting positive impact on the environment and communities.

We are looking for a detail-oriented Performance Engineer who will focus on data analysis, performance monitoring, and analytical support of solar and wind power plant operations, working at the intersection of engineering, data, and day-to-day processes.

Main Responsibilities:

• Collect, consolidate, and validate operational data from multiple sources, including SCADA systems, metering systems, and other monitoring platforms, across a portfolio of solar and wind power plants
• Maintain and develop structured data models and reporting datasets to support operational and performance analysis (Excel, PowerQuery, Power BI)
• Perform regular (daily, weekly, monthly, annual) performance analysis of assets and the overall portfolio, preparing analytical reports and presentations for internal stakeholders
• Monitor key SCADA performance indicators, identify deviations and anomalies, and support root-cause analysis in cooperation with O&M teams
• Support imbalance and forecasting-related processes through data preparation, validation, comparative analysis, and structured feedback to forecasting providers
• Develop and maintain analytical tools and automation solutions (primarily Python) to improve efficiency, reduce manual work, and increase data reliability
• Participate in SCADA optimization and troubleshooting activities together with internal teams and external vendors
• Respond to internal and external data and performance related requests, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery

Qualifications and professional experience:

• Strong analytical background with hands-on experience in data analysis, reporting, and automation
• Advanced practical skills in Excel, Power BI, PowerQuery, and databases; working knowledge of Python, Java or other programming languages
• Experience working with SCADA systems or other industrial / operational monitoring systems
• Good understanding of performance KPIs in asset-intensive or operational environments; experience in renewable energy is a plus, but not a strict requirement
• Basic understanding of solar and wind power plant operation principles, or demonstrated ability to quickly learn technical domains
• Experience interacting with cross-functional teams (operations, engineering, IT, external vendors)
• English proficiency at least at Upper-intermediate level (B2+)

Personal and Professional Qualities:

• Structured and detail-oriented approach to data and analysis
• Ability to work with complex systems and partially documented processes
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
• Willingness and ability to learn new domains and tools
• Clear and pragmatic communication style, including the ability to explain analytical findings to non-technical stakeholders
• Reliability and sense of responsibility in an operational environment where data quality matters
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently when needed

We offer:

• Competitive salary level
• Official employment with all social guarantees in accordance with the legislation
• Good health insurance package, which will be available after the probationary period (3 months)
• Opportunity for career growth in an innovative renewable energy company with foreign investments
• Cooperation in a friendly atmosphere with a large professional team that implements ambitious energy projects and helps the country become truly energy independent
• Participation in corporate trainings and English language courses
• Workplace in a modern, innovative office in Kyiv with a hybrid work schedule

If you are interested in learning more about this position, please send your CV to office@hrenergy.org with the topic "Performance Engineer" and we will provide you with more detailed information about the role.