Technical Analyst

About Us

Join ORPC’s growing team to bring the company’s proven marine hydrokinetic renewable energy systems to market. ORPC is one of just a few companies to have built, operated, and delivered power to a grid from hydrokinetic tidal and river projects. The company’s rise to a leadership position in the worldwide marine renewable energy industry is based on a record of continuous improvement and success. For more information, visit www.orpc.co

About the Role

The Technical Analyst role is responsible for providing project support to our development team by performing hydrokinetic energy resource assessment and techno-economic analysis.In this role, you will work with cross-functional teams and travel to remote sites to do siteassessment and gather data needed to determine the feasibility of our projects. Other dutiesinclude microgrid techno-economic simulations and analysis, assisting with project proposaldevelopment, economic impact modeling, and project pro forma development. Provides support for grant management and writing reports.

Essential Skills and Responsibilities

• Conducts analysis of the hydrokinetic potential of river and coastal environments of interest and arrays of ORPC turbines based on available data.
• Participates in oceanographic data collection campaigns, including acoustic Doppler current profiler (ADCP) measurements in collaboration with Field Services team and Development team during planning, execution, and data post-processing.
• Uses ADCP post-processing and analysis tools to document results in technical reports and papers.
• Communicates resource characterization results to all stakeholders, including clients and engineering and development team staff. Advises on additional project development and operational needs.
• Use energy systems analysis models and tools (HOMER, SG2B, ORPC in-house) to assess, analyze, and optimize microgrid design solutions for desired renewable energy penetration and technologies mix for ORPC devices projects.
• Determine the inputs (resources characteristics, system power curves, etc.) and outputs of the techno-economic model (economic balance, diesel savings, subsidies, etc.)
• Produces multi physical/statistical simulations to help predict technical and economic viability of RivGen based microgrids.
• Support the go-to-market strategy and marketing presentations:
  • Analyze and catalogue hydrokinetic and hydraulic resource data to screen sites for ORPC projects and inform go-to-market strategy.
  • Assist with market opportunities research and identification of potential new markets.
  • Perform data analysis to support grant compliance.
  • Perform various technical studies and research to support marketing presentations.

Qualifications

• Experience with hydrodynamic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, Delft-3D, or Telemac preferred
• Familiarity with International Electrotechnical Commission Marine Renewable Energy standards preferred
• Experience with GIS preferred
• Programming skills in VBA (Visual Basic) and Python required
• Proficient with measuring instrument related software (ADCP related software)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Excellent organizational and attention to detail
• Proficient in English and French helpful

Education/Experience

• Master or Engineering degree in Geography, Hydrology, Oceanography, Renewable Energy or related field.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Willing to train for skills as needed.

Physical Requirements

At ORPC, we are committed to building a diverse and equitable work force. We recognize that our success depends on building a team that represents all the communities we serve. We pride ourselves in being mutually supportive as we treat one another as equals, embrace diversity, and promote safety. As an equal opportunity employer, we aim to create an inclusive environment. You are encouraged to apply for any suitable position, even if you do not meet all the qualifications. If you need accommodation to apply for a particular position, please reach out to our Human Resources Department.