Chris Raupp
About Chris Raupp
Chris Raupp is a Sr. Performance Engineering Manager at SOLV Energy, where he oversees photovoltaic performance reporting and technical due diligence. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology and a Master's Degree in Engineering from Arizona State University.
Current Role at SOLV Energy
Chris Raupp serves as the Sr. Performance Engineering Manager at SOLV Energy, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees photovoltaic (PV) performance reporting and conducts technical due diligence on issues that affect site performance. Raupp acts as a lead technical subject matter expert in photovoltaic technologies, systems, and testing procedures. He has implemented training structures and career growth initiatives for the team of PV performance engineers and analysts, contributing to the development of the team and enhancing operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at SOLV Energy
Before his current role, Chris Raupp worked at SOLV Energy in various capacities. He was a PV Performance Engineer from 2016 to 2020, and then served as a Sr. PV Performance Engineer from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure, he focused on improving the performance of solar energy systems and contributed to the company's initiatives in the solar energy sector. His experience at SOLV Energy spans a total of six years, during which he gained extensive knowledge in PV performance and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Chris Raupp holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology from Arizona State University, which he completed from 2011 to 2014. He furthered his education at the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University, where he earned a Master’s Degree in Engineering from 2014 to 2016. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in photovoltaic technologies and systems, which he applies in his current role at SOLV Energy.
Experience at Arizona State University
Chris Raupp worked at Arizona State University from 2014 to 2016, where he held positions as a Research Assistant and Lab Support. In these roles, he contributed to various research projects and supported laboratory operations in Mesa, Arizona. His experience at the university helped him develop critical skills in engineering and research methodologies, which he later applied in the solar energy industry.
Passion for Solar and Energy Storage
Chris Raupp is passionate about contributing to the growth of the solar and energy storage industry. He focuses on system reliability and optimization, aiming to enhance the performance of solar energy systems. His commitment to the industry is reflected in his work at SOLV Energy, where he actively engages in initiatives that promote sustainable energy solutions.