PV Solar Engineer

Intertek; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous vacation/sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading global inspection company is seeking a PV Solar Engineer for a remote position based in the United States. The engineer will be responsible for site inspections, audits, and quality control for solar PV and energy storage systems, requiring significant travel. Candidates must have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and over 5 years of experience in the solar industry. The role involves managing projects, ensuring safety compliance, and effective communication with clients.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commissioning and O&M in the Solar PV industry.
• Ability to troubleshoot faulty systems and provide recommendations.
• Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits, inspections, and commissioning on solar PV and storage systems.
• Manage systems audits to meet project schedules and budgets.
• Create technical reports and communicate findings with clients.

Skills

5+ years of experience in Solar PV and BESS industry

Project management software

Effective communication with clients

Experience with I-V Curve Tracing

OSHA 10 certification

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office - Word and Excel

Job description

PV Solar Engineer – Remote/Travel Based Position

The PV Solar Engineer is responsible for executing PV solar and BESS site inspections, testing, audits, and quality control service projects with a scope including but not limited to visual inspection, commissioning support, EL testing, IV curve testing, inline production monitoring, pre-shipment inspections on finished products, and container loading monitoring. This position requires over 80% travel.

The PV Solar Engineer will be responsible for executing Engineering Services' projects such as on-site inspections, audits, commissioning verifications, punch list generation, troubleshooting, drawings and design review, technical due diligence, independent engineering, etc., on time, within budget, and in compliance with all technical, commercial, safety regulatory, and environmental requirements to meet or exceed client's expectations. The candidate may also be involved in SOW development, proposal preparation, and report delivery to our clients (project developers, EPCs, independent power producers, lenders, investors, and financial institutions).

Candidates will be leading onsite teams consisting of engineers and technicians. The candidate should also be able to resolve conflicts, communicate effectively with clients, be comfortable working in a small group environment, and be willing to put in extra effort to coordinate activities across global time zones.

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation/sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

• Travel to client sites and perform systems audits, inspections and commissioning on solar PV and Storage systems, FAT and SAT testing for transformers, BESS systems


• Coordinating with field service technicians, engineers, subcontractors, and other O&M personnel


• Project manage systems audits, inspections, and commissioning to meet project schedule and budget


• Ability to troubleshoot faulty systems and provide recommendations for corrective actions


• Create reports on technical commissioning, findings, and/or inspections and communicate with the client in a professional manner


• Provide leadership in health, safety, and environmental (HSE) issues on site and maintain overall responsibility for ensuring that the team complies with the HSE Plan


• Ensure hazard/risk analysis is performed before the start of activities


• Provide support to Marketing and Sales teams

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering


• 5+ years of experience in Solar PV and BESS industry


• Verifiable experience for O&M and commissioning in the field.


• OSHA 10 certification (10hr) required.


• Experience in using project management software


• Proficiency in using MS Office- Word and Excel


• Experience in reporting and client communication


• Experience with I-V Curve Tracing, Megger Testing, Infrared Scanning, Visual Inspection, Multimeter Use and safety practices while conducting inspections and commissioning work


• Fall Protection Trained


• Training in arc-flash, lock-out/ tag-out, and other special protective equipment and procedures is desirable


• Ability to work outdoors in harsh conditions, including but not limited to desert areas, snow conditions, long hours standing, climbing stairs, and using ladders


• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron, and arm guards)


• Ability to travel up to 80% of the time.


• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record


• Unexpired, valid United States Passport


• This is a remote position; however, applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Electrician with experience in C&I and utility‑scale PV systems


• PE license, Medium Voltage, Hi voltage testing Experience


• NABCEP PVIP certification


• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain


• Medium and Hi Voltage testing experience

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.