PV Test Technician II - Independent, On-Site Lab Role

GroundWork Renewables; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

GroundWork Renewables is seeking a PV Module Test Technician II to work on-site in Albuquerque, NM. The role runs standard test sequences with increasing independence and begins light troubleshooting when results misbehave, while mentoring Level I Technicians.

You will maintain test logs, review data, and support engineers in new test procedures, ensuring accuracy and safety per UL/IEC standards about PV modules. A2-level lab environment and PPE use required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in environmental, electrical, or mechanical engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 1-3 years of experience in a test laboratory, manufacturing, or similar technical environment.
• Demonstrated ability to operate test and measurement equipment independently.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and lab data systems.
• Ability to work in personal protective equipment and lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and program test equipment independently according to written procedures.
• Run and monitor full test sequences for safety and performance testing of PV modules per UL and IEC standards.
• Perform first-pass review of collected data for completeness and obvious errors before hand-off.
• Identify basic equipment issues and perform routine troubleshooting, escalating anything beyond scope.
• Assist test engineers in trial runs of new or revised test procedures.
• Informally guide Level I Technicians on equipment operation and lab protocol.
• Maintain test logs and equipment calibration records.

Skills

Operate test equipment independently

First-pass data review

Spreadsheets

Lab data systems

Mentor Level I Technicians

Education

Associate degree in environmental, electrical, or mechanical engineering

Tools

UL 1703 knowledge

IEC standards knowledge

Job description

GroundWork Renewables is seeking a PV Module Test Technician II to work on-site in Albuquerque, NM. The role runs standard test sequences with increasing independence and begins light troubleshooting when results misbehave, while mentoring Level I Technicians.

You will maintain test logs, review data, and support engineers in new test procedures, ensuring accuracy and safety per UL/IEC standards about PV modules. A2-level lab environment and PPE use required.