Hybrid SCADA & Communications Technician – Solar

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking an experienced commissioning specialist to support pre‑commissioning and commissioning of utility‑scale solar, battery storage, and related communications systems.

The role requires coordinating with engineering, construction and QA teams on site, ensuring tests, safety, and regulatory compliance. You will conduct performance, functional, and reliability testing of SCADA and networking equipment, document results, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience 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 identifying and resolving issues.
• Ability to interpret Electrical and Mechanical Drawings/Schematics.
• 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

• Interpret and implement site commissioning plans and adhere to schedules.
• Coordinate with project teams, including engineering, construction, and quality assurance, SCADA to ensure alignment on commissioning activities.
• Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning tests, including performance, functional, and reliability testing of communications systems.
• Ensure all commissioning activities comply with industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during commissioning to ensure optimal SCADA and site communications performance.
• Prepare detailed commissioning reports, documenting test results, issues encountered, and corrective actions taken.
• Continuously improve commissioning processes by incorporating feedback and lessons learned from completed projects.
• Assists site commissioning personnel in establishment of Safety Tagging, Lockout & Work Permit Program and ensuring compliance with its provisions.
• Utility scale solar power plants testing for EPC or Utilities in the United States, Fiber, Ethernet, and Serial communications testing (Modbus, DNP, etc).
• SCADA system understanding, testing, and commissioning.

Skills

Networking & communications systems

Problem solving

Project coordination

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Reading electrical drawings

Safety awareness

Job description

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking an experienced commissioning specialist to support pre‑commissioning and commissioning of utility‑scale solar, battery storage, and related communications systems.

The role requires coordinating with engineering, construction and QA teams on site, ensuring tests, safety, and regulatory compliance. You will conduct performance, functional, and reliability testing of SCADA and networking equipment, document results, and drive continuous improvement.