Performance Analysis Senior Specialist

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and currently operates in more than 25 markets. With eight offices and several sites, at EDP Renewables North America, we are experienced developers and operators of renewable energy. Our portfolio includes wind farms, solar parks, energy storage projects, and green hydrogen solutions throughout the continent. We are ranked among the top 5 in the U.S. in operational renewable energy capacity.

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 25 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With 50 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 12,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do:

The Performance Management Senior Specialist drives performance excellence across wind, solar, and storage portfolios by translating advanced performance analytics into strategic improvement actions. The role leads the identification and prioritization of performance issues and influences cross-functional stakeholders to deliver sustainable performance gains. The position shapes performance management practices, supports continuous improvement and digital analytics initiatives, and ensures strong alignment and collaboration with Asset Operations.

• Lead the identification and prioritization of the main drivers contributing to underperformance in EDPR assets.
• Define, standardize, and continuously improve advanced performance indicators, analytical methodologies, and long-term issue detection frameworks, ensuring consistency and scalability across regions.
• Drive the development and governance of advanced BI dashboards and analytical tools to support performance monitoring, decision-making, and executive reporting.
• Ensure data quality, robustness, and traceability of performance datasets by defining validation controls, auditing processes, and best practices for automated and manual checks.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with the Asset Operations team, acting as a senior performance partner and escalation point for the Performance Analysis team in North America.
• Lead and facilitate performance review meetings with Asset Operations and other stakeholders.
• Provide performance insights and recommendations to support strategic decisions, long-term improvement initiatives, and resource prioritization.
• Actively contribute to and lead global initiatives within the Performance Analysis community, ensuring alignment and collaboration across North America and other EDP regions.
• Perform ad hoc analyses for Asset Operations and other stakeholders, translating analytical results into actionable recommendations.
• Design, optimize, and oversee data extraction and transformation processes using SQL, PI, Azure databases, Databricks, and related analytics platforms.
• Support continuous improvement, digitalization, and innovation initiatives related to performance analytics, tools, and processes.
• Perform additional duties as required, consistent with the seniority and strategic responsibilities of the role.

Direct reports: None

Travel: Up to 10%

Employment type: Full-Time

What are we looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Science, Data Engineering, or another STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics); a master's degree is highly valued.
• 3-5 years of work experience, preferably in a performance management role in renewable energy or a related field.
• High level of English proficiency; Spanish or Portuguese is highly valued.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Programming experience with SQL, Python, or R preferred.
• Knowledge of Power BI development.
• Experience with big data analytics and cloud computing, including Azure, Databricks, Tableau, or Grafana, is highly desirable.
• Competency in analytical problem-solving, communication, customer/partner relationships, and technology expertise preferred.
• Experience with technical analysis and root cause analysis is highly valued.
• Experience with generative AI assistants is highly valued.

Behavioral Requirements:

• Ability to understand and apply concepts related to wind and solar energy, including meteorology, aerodynamics, and electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Experience with network-based enterprise reporting.
• Proven ability to quickly learn new software programs.
• Technical understanding of the renewable energy industry.
• Strong statistical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to adapt to quickly changing environments and apply new methods and techniques.
• Ability to be self-motivated and work independently.
• Exemplary standards of integrity, ethics, safety, quality, and productivity.

Physical demands & working conditions:

• Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
• Driving: Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver’s license. 
• Walking: Ability to walk .5 to 2 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on project sites.
• Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal, diagram, or scheduled form
• Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
• Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Climbing/Kneeling: Physical capability to kneel and climb to access wind turbine towers and equipment.
• Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. EDP makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For further information, please review this notice from the Department of Labor: EEO is the Law poster (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster). You may have additional rights pursuant to recent amendments to federal labor laws. Please review these protections from the EEO is the Law Supplement (https://www.eeoc.gov).

As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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