Data Engineer

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Organization Description

The Solar Energy Industries Association® (SEIA) is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy, creating the framework for solar to achieve 20% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. SEIA works with its 1,000 member companies and other strategic partners to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power. Founded in 1974, SEIA is a national trade association building a comprehensive vision for the Solar+ Decade through research, education and advocacy.

At SEIA, our staff starts work every morning knowing that their work improves our country's energy independence, empowers our member businesses and helps to revitalize our economy through the creation of thousands of U.S. jobs. In 2019, solar was the fastest growing industry in the United States. To reflect our growth, we are hiring for the following position:

Position Summary

The Data Engineer is responsible for all elements of SEIA’s energy sector data management portfolio, including data collection, data cleaning and data analysis. The position reports to the Director of Research but will also collaborate closely with other SEIA departments including Communications and State and Federal Affairs.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to apply technical skills in programming and database management to a fast-paced energy research and analysis shop. They will be a creative self-starter, responsible for maintaining SEIA’s existing data collection and analytics infrastructure, but also for identifying new data sources, workflow automations and data visualizations. In addition, the Data Engineer must be able maintain high levels of quality assurance while managing a diverse workload interspersed with urgent requests. The preferred candidate will have a demonstrated interest in renewable energy markets and policy and will also be comfortable collaborating with remote colleagues.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

  • Manage all elements of SEIA’s energy sector data management portfolio, including data collection, data cleaning, and data analysis
  • Maintain data flow and integrity from existing data sources, identify new data sources, and develop data collection protocols for all new sources
  • Merge and reconcile data from multiple sources into central SQL databases. Design and implement quality control strategies.
  • Prepare large datasets for analysis. In coordination with the Research Department, provide quantitative, written, and visual summary analysis.
  • Work across departments to design and build both print and web-enabled data visualizations across multiple platforms, including geospatial and graphical.
  • Identify new opportunities for data and analysis-related workflow automation. Develop and implement new workflow strategies.
  • Collaborate with external organizations on joint data collection and analysis efforts.
  • Review relevant industry reports. Maintain working knowledge of solar industry news and trends

Professional Experience, Education and Other Qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Sciences or other related discipline, or commensurate skills gained through professional experience and certificate programs
  • 1 -2 years’ experience or applicable internship experience is preferable
  • Thorough/working knowledge of the following:
    • Python for data collection, web scraping, analysis, and manipulation
    • SQL and/or NoSQL to conduct complex database queries and geospatial joining
    • JavaScript/HTML/CSS
    • Microsoft Excel and VBA
    • Experience with R a plus
    • ArcGIS and/or QGIS a plus
  • Preference for candidates with experience or interest in energy markets, energy policy, and relevant data sources
  • Detail-oriented with ability to quality check large datasets, factsheets, and other information
  • Strong analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Motivated self-starter who can excel in a small team
  • Ability to independently manage workload, prioritize competing tasks and respond to urgent requests
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across remote work environments
  • If remote, occasional travel to Washington DC required

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the subject “Data Engineer 2020.” Submissions that are in the form of a single Word or PDF document facilitate review and are strongly preferred. Please name all files using the following format: [applicant name]_[document title, e.g. Resume]_SEIA.

No calls please; direct applicants only, no search or placement firms.

SEIA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions, and a woman’s right to breastfeed), disability (physical or mental), age (18 and older), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, matriculation, family responsibilities, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital status, veteran or military status, tobacco use, credit information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.