Commissioning Engineer

SOLV Energy; Utah; On-site; USD 115,576 - 141,581; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation, sick, and holiday pay

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking a Commissioning Engineer responsible for testing and commissioning utility-scale high-voltage substations, battery storage systems, and photovoltaic facilities. The role requires 8-10 years of experience and involves a significant remote work component.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in high voltage operations and a commitment to safety, ensuring compliance with all relevant standards. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including medical and 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in testing and commissioning of HV substations, BESS, and utility-scale PV facilities.
• 1–2 years of experience developing commissioning plans, energization procedures, and technical training materials.
• Strong commitment to safety and proven compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Attend Owner, Utility, and stakeholder meetings as requested.
• Develop Testing & Commissioning Plans aligned with project specifications.
• Lead and support initial substation energization activities and provide onsite training.

Skills

High voltage switching operations

Testing and commissioning of HV substations

Technical knowledge of protection and control systems

Harmonic analysis

Excellent written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline

Tools

Harmonic analyzers

Power quality monitoring equipment

Job description

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary

The Commissioning Engineer is responsible for leading and supporting testing, commissioning, and initial energization activities for utility-scale high‑voltage (HV) substations, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and photovoltaic (PV) facilities. This role requires some travel (approximately 20–30%) and active participation in field operations.

This position serves as the primary technical interface between Project Management, Owners, Utilities, OEMs, and Field Services, ensuring all commissioning and energization activities are executed safely, in compliance with project specifications, utility requirements, and applicable industry standards.

This role is fully remote. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Position Responsibilities and Duties

• Attend Owner, Utility, and stakeholder meetings as requested by the Commissioning Manager (PM).
• Develop Testing & Commissioning (T&C) Plans aligned with project specifications, utility interconnection requirements, and industry standards.
• Develop, review, and execute detailed Initial Energization Procedures for HV substations, the BESS facilities and the PV AC Power collection systems.
• Lead and support initial substation energization activities, including readiness verification and field coordination.
• Perform high voltage switching operations as required for initial energization and commissioning activities.
• Perform or coordinate harmonic measurements and power quality assessments during commissioning and post‑energization.
• Develop substation operations and training documentation and deliver onsite training to Owner and Operations personnel.
• Provide post‑energization technical support, including system monitoring, troubleshooting, and commissioning closeout activities.
• Provide on‑call technical support for site events, including system trips and abnormal operating conditions.
• Review EPC contract exhibits and project documentation to define Testing & Commissioning scope of work and division of responsibility (DOR).
• Provide onsite training and mentor junior staff.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in testing and commissioning of HV substations, BESS, and utility‑scale PV facilities.
• 3–4 years’ experience performing and directing high voltage switching operations.
• Strong technical knowledge of protection and control systems, power quality, and harmonic analysis.
• 1–2 years of experience developing commissioning plans, energization procedures, and technical training materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with Owners, Utilities, and internal stakeholders.
• Proven commitment to safety, demonstrated by an excellent safety record, consistent compliance with company and client safety programs, and adherence to applicable OSHA, NFPA 70E, and utility switching and clearance procedures, including work in energized and high‑risk electrical environments.
• Electrical Engineer or 10 years experience in utility scale substation testing or operations.
• High voltage switching experience.
• NETA Certification (Level II, III, or IV).
• Experience with harmonic analyzers and power quality monitoring equipment.
• Experience supporting post‑energization operations or warranty periods.

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range

$115,576 - $141,581

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SOLV Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status or any other characteristic protected by law.