Lead Solar & BESS Commissioning Manager

Moss; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Moss Energy seeks a Commissioning Manager to lead the startup and delivery of utility-scale solar and BESS projects. You will supervise commissioning teams, oversee on-site activities, and ensure that all electrical systems meet safety, reliability, and performance standards prior to energization.

The role requires coordinating with construction, SCADA, and utility partners, reviewing complex drawings, and driving project milestones while maintaining zero-incident safety and strict adherence to

Qualifications

• Experience leading commissioning of solar, BESS, or utility projects.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical testing methods and NETA standards.
• Ability to read complex drawings and protective relay settings.
• Strong field execution management and project reporting skills.
• Excellent communication with subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel extensively to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise testing and commissioning of medium- and low-voltage electrical systems.
• Oversee NETA-based testing (Megger, VOC, VLF, TTR) with accuracy and compliance.
• Manage startup, energization, and troubleshooting of AC/DC components on solar and BESS sites.
• Review electrical drawings and one-line diagrams to verify installation quality.
• Coordinate with construction, SCADA teams, and utility partners for system integration.
• Finalize commissioning documentation and turnover packages to meet milestones.
• Enforce safety protocols and NEC/NFPA 70E across the team.
• Manage energy isolation procedures (LOTO) to ensure zero incidents.
• Assist the Commissioning Director with resource planning, scheduling, and progress reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical testing

NETA standards

Reading schematics

SCADA coordination

Safety compliance

Travel readiness

Tools

SCADA systems

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Moss Energy seeks a Commissioning Manager to lead the startup and delivery of utility-scale solar and BESS projects. You will supervise commissioning teams, oversee on-site activities, and ensure that all electrical systems meet safety, reliability, and performance standards prior to energization.

The role requires coordinating with construction, SCADA, and utility partners, reviewing complex drawings, and driving project milestones while maintaining zero-incident safety and strict adherence to