Tracker Technical Supervisor (Commisioning)

Trina Solar; Santiago; On-site; CLP 25,000,000 - 42,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Trina Solar in Chile seeks an experienced commissioning engineer to lead the commissioning of photovoltaic plants, coordinate with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, HSE, Contractors and Commissioning personnel, and manage on-site logistics.

You will prepare and review reports, oversee Taking-Over Certificates, as-built drawings, manuals, punch lists, and test procedures, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements while supporting design phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of PV project construction experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and project plans.
• English level B2 for meetings.
• Willingness to travel nationally and/or internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning of PV plants and coordinate with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, HSE, Contractors, and Commissioning personnel.
• Perform regulatory compliance reviews, project planning, grid connection cost assessments, and design reviews.
• Prepare and manage commissioning documentation including Taking-Over Certificates, as-built drawings, manuals, punch lists, and test procedures.
• Engage in design phases to ensure alignment of commissioning activities.
• Serve as main contact for client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Commissioning

Cross-functional coordination

Client liaison

Project coordination

Reading technical drawings

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning of photovoltaic plants, ensuring that hazard and risk analyses are conducted prior to the start of activities. Coordinate start-up activities with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, HSE, Contractors, Facility Operations, and Commissioning personnel. Oversee on-site materials management and logistics.

• Perform general technical and engineering activities, including regulatory compliance reviews, project planning, grid connection cost assessments, technical design, preparation and evaluation of tender specifications, design reviews, and other key aspects of renewable energy project development.

• Prepare reports and documentation at the completion of each activity. Manage all commissioning documentation, including Taking-Over Certificates, as-built drawings, manufacturer manuals and instructions, punch lists, test procedures, risk assessments and method statements, permits, and final commissioning reports.

• Participate in design phases to ensure proper alignment and integration of all commissioning activities.

• Serve as the main point of contact for client relationships, ensuring effective communication and satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the construction of photovoltaic (PV) projects.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and project plans.
• Strong technical knowledge of commissioning processes and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
• English level B2 (able to actively participate and lead meetings in English).
• Availability and willingness to travel nationally and/or internationally.

About us

Trina Solar is an internationally recognized solar energy company. Our growing global presence includes regional headquarters in Switzerland, US, Japan and China with offices in Madrid, Munich, Milan, the UK, San Jose, Seoul, Tokyo and Shanghai, to provide our customers with timely, reliable service.
As Trina Solar continues to expand its capacity, we are looking for talent who is passionate about solar energy. From research and development to sales and marketing to manufacturing and operations, Trina Solar looks for people who thrive in exciting, challenging and dynamic work environments to become a part of our dedicated team of professionals and contribute daily to bringing clean, reliable and cost effective solar energy solutions to customers around the globe.
Join us in our mission to promote and develop solar energy as a source of clean, renewable energy for all.