Hybrid SCADA & Communications Commissioning Technician

SOLV Energy, Inc.; New Hampshire; Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking an experienced Solar Commissioning Specialist to support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for utility-scale solar projects.

The role requires coordinating with engineering, construction, and QA teams, performing tests on communication systems, and ensuring standards and safety compliance. Hybrid role with on-site work at job sites in the United States and some remote work.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in commissioning utility-scale solar power projects.
• Strong knowledge of solar PV systems, inverters, transformers and electrical infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of networking and communications systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to issues.
• Ability to read Electrical and Mechanical drawings/schematics.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards, safety protocols and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and implement site-specific commissioning plans and adhere to schedules.
• Coordinate with project teams (engineering, construction, QA, SCADA) to align commissioning activities.
• Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning tests (performance, functional, reliability) of communications systems.
• Ensure commissioning activities comply with standards, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during commissioning to ensure optimal SCADA/site communications performance.
• Prepare detailed commissioning reports documenting test results, issues, and corrective actions.
• Assist site commissioning personnel with Safety Tagging, Lockout & Work Permit Program compliance.
• Familiarity with NFPA/NEC, IEEE/IES/API standards; NETA and transformer-related testing in solar generation.

Skills

Solar PV systems

Networking & communications

Problem solving

Schematic interpretation

Multi-project management

Communication skills

Industry standards familiarity

Job description

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking an experienced Solar Commissioning Specialist to support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for utility-scale solar projects.

The role requires coordinating with engineering, construction, and QA teams, performing tests on communication systems, and ensuring standards and safety compliance. Hybrid role with on-site work at job sites in the United States and some remote work.