Assistant PV/HV/BESS Commissioning Lead

SOLV Energy, Inc.; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Commissioning Manager to oversee testing and commissioning for HV, BESS, and PV assets nationwide. You will lead commissioning teams, coordinate with engineering, construction and QA, and ensure schedules, safety, and regulatory standards are met at project sites.

The role requires hands-on site presence with hybrid/remote work options and frequent travel to job sites for commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in testing and commissioning on utility scale electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, inverters, transformers, and electrical infrastructure.
• Proven experience managing project teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the project commissioning team, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure efficient and effective execution of tasks.
• Report daily to the Commissioning Manager, the status of each project assigned.
• Review technical, contractual, and regulatory requirements related to commissioning and assist with development of a project milestone and deliverables list, project specific commissioning plan, and commissioning procedures.
• Communicate with the OEM suppliers regarding equipment specific testing and commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with project teams, including engineering, construction, and quality assurance, to ensure alignment in all commissioning activities.
• Assist with the development of integrated P6 testing and commissioning schedules. Ensure that the integrated testing and commissioning schedule is updated weekly.
• Assist with the development of the commissioning resource plan for the project.
• Review initial energization procedures and assist Commissioning Engineer with switching activities as requested. Perform subsequent switching activities of the MVAC collection circuits and Aux Power circuits as required during facility Hot Commissioning. Develop switching plans and LOTO as required.
• Identify, analyze, and recommend corrective actions to resolve technical issues identified during commissioning or initial operation.
• Support the development of standards and processes to improve business.
• Manage all pre-commissioning, cold, warm, and hot commissioning tests, including synchronization, functional testing, utility capability testing, and project acceptance testing for all BESS, HV or PV plant systems.
• Ensure all commissioning activities comply with industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare detailed daily commissioning reports, review test results, issues encountered, and corrective actions taken.
• Monitor project timelines and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Continuously improve commissioning processes by incorporating feedback and lessons learned from completed projects.
• Prepare and maintain Lessons Learned and equipment warranty tracking logs.
• Establish and manage: Safety Tagging, Lockout, Red Rope, and Work Permit Programs ensuring site compliance with all provisions upon the start of cold commissioning activities throughout project Substantial Completion.

Skills

HV switching

MV switching

LOTO safety

P6 scheduling

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

SCADA testing

NFPA/NEC standards

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Commissioning Manager to oversee testing and commissioning for HV, BESS, and PV assets nationwide. You will lead commissioning teams, coordinate with engineering, construction and QA, and ensure schedules, safety, and regulatory standards are met at project sites.

The role requires hands-on site presence with hybrid/remote work options and frequent travel to job sites for commissioning activities.