Tyler Pearce
About Tyler Pearce
Tyler Pearce is an O&M Engineer with extensive experience in photovoltaic power plant performance testing and assessment. He has worked for several companies, including First Solar and NovaSource Power Services, and holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Solar Energy Engineering & Commercialization.
Work at NovaSource Power
Tyler Pearce currently serves as an O&M Engineer at NovaSource Power Services, a position he has held since 2021. He works in Chandler, Arizona, where he is responsible for the operation and maintenance of solar power plants. His role involves providing engineering support to ensure optimal performance and reliability of solar energy systems.
Education and Expertise
Tyler Pearce has a diverse educational background in engineering. He studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Arizona, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) from 2004 to 2007. He furthered his education at Arizona State University, where he studied Solar Energy Engineering & Commercialization and achieved a Professional Science Master's (PSM) from 2012 to 2013. His expertise includes PV power plant performance testing, work scope development, and engineering design.
Background in Solar Energy
Tyler Pearce has extensive experience in the solar energy sector, having worked in various roles at First Solar. He served as a Performance Engineer from 2013 to 2017, followed by a position as Supervisor of Performance & Testing for seven months in 2017. He later became the Manager of Fleet Performance from 2017 to 2019 and worked as an O&M Engineer from 2019 to 2021. His background includes providing engineering support for over 10GW of solar power plants across the United States.
Previous Engineering Experience
Before his tenure in the solar industry, Tyler Pearce worked at Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. as Engineer II from 2007 to 2012. His role there contributed to his foundational engineering skills, which he later applied in the renewable energy sector. Additionally, he gained early experience as a student at Arizona State University from 2012 to 2013.
Skills in Photovoltaics
Tyler Pearce specializes in photovoltaics, focusing on performance testing and assessment of solar power plants. He possesses strong problem-solving skills that enable him to address challenges in the field effectively. His technical knowledge and practical experience contribute to his ability to optimize solar energy systems.