PV Solar Engineer

Intertek; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous PTO

Job summary

Intertek is seeking a PV Solar Engineer to perform site inspections and audits for solar PV and battery energy storage projects. This remote position requires extensive travel (up to 80%) and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, along with a minimum of 5 years of industry experience. The salary range is $80,000 – $110,000, with additional benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. Candidates must have OSHA certification and excellent client communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the solar PV and BESS industry.
• OSHA 10-hour certification required.
• Ability to travel up to 80% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits and inspections on solar PV and storage systems.
• Generate technical reports and communicate findings to clients.
• Lead health, safety, and environmental compliance on site.

Skills

Field commissioning

Project management

Client communication

Electrical standards compliance

I-V curve tracing

Safety practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

PV Solar Engineer – Remote/Travel Based Position

Intertek’s Clean Energy Associates (CEA) delivers quality assurance, supply‑chain traceability and technical support to leading solar project developers, owners and financiers. CEA also supports equipment manufacturers in overcoming core manufacturing challenges. We are looking for a PV Solar Engineer to conduct site inspections, testing, audits and quality‑control services for PV solar and battery‑energy‑storage‑system (BESS) projects, including visual inspections, commissioning support, EL/IV curve testing, inline production monitoring, pre‑shipment inspections, and container loading monitoring. The role requires over 80% travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites to perform audits, inspections and commissioning on solar PV and storage systems, including FAT and SAT testing for transformers and BESS systems.
• Coordinate with field‑service technicians, engineers, subcontractors and other O&M personnel.
• Project‑manage audits and commissioning activities to meet schedule and budget.
• Identify faulty systems and recommend corrective actions.
• Create technical commissioning and inspection reports and communicate findings to clients professionally.
• Lead health, safety and environmental (HSE) compliance on site and ensure adherence to the HSE Plan.
• Conduct hazard/risk analyses before starting work.
• Support Marketing and Sales teams as required.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in the solar PV and BESS industry.
• Verified experience in O&M and field commissioning.
• OSHA 10‑hour certification required.
• Experience with project‑management software.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Strong reporting and client‑communication skills.
• Experience with I‑V curve tracing, Megger testing, infrared scanning, visual inspection, multimeter use and safety practices during inspections and commissioning.
• Fall‑protection training.
• Training in arc‑flash, lock‑out/tag‑out and other protective procedures is desirable.
• Ability to work outdoors in harsh conditions.
• Requirement to wear personal protective equipment.
• Ability to travel up to 80% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Valid U.S. passport.
• Remote position; must legally work in the United States.

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications

• Electrician background with experience in C&I and utility‑scale PV systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Medium‑ and high‑voltage testing experience.
• NABCEP PVIP certification.

Salary & Benefits

Salary range: $80,000 – $110,000. Compensation packages vary based on skills, experience and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) with company match, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected characteristics. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodations or need assistance applying, please contact [e-mail] or call 1‑877‑694‑8543 (option 5).