Quality Specialist (Herald, CA)

SOLV Energy, LLC; Herald (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

SOLV Energy, LLC is seeking a Quality Specialist to monitor construction quality across multiple utility-scale solar projects. This full-time, on-site role is based in Herald, CA, requiring travel to active sites to verify DFOW quality and ensure adherence to project specifications and industry standards.

You will document discrepancies, file NCRs, and share quality trends with field and corporate teams to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in solar EPC or utility-scale construction quality control.
• Strong written and verbal communication with field teams.
• Solid understanding of construction drawings and QA/QC protocols.
• Familiarity with solar installation methods and standards (NEC, IEEE, ASTM).
• Proficiency with inspection tools, reporting software, and digital documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform random sampling inspections at active project sites across the region to verify DFOW quality and compliance with drawings and standards.
• Photograph, document, and report discrepancies; generate Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) with findings and recommendations.
• Share inspection results and quality trends with project teams and QA/QC to drive corrective actions and improvements.
• Support onboarding and training of field personnel on quality procedures and expectations.

Skills

Strong communication

Solar QC experience

Drawing interpretation

Solar standards

Inspection tools

Travel readiness

Job description

Job Description Summary

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

The Quality Specialist is responsible for measuring and monitoring construction quality across multiple utility-scale solar project sites within their assigned region. This role involves conducting random sampling inspections on all definable features of work (DFOW), identifying discrepancies, sharing lessons learned and driving continuous improvement in installation practices.

The Quality Specialist serves as a key liaison between the field, project teams and corporate, upholding company standards and client expectations.

This role is located full-time on a jobsite in Herald, CA. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Position Responsibilities and Duties

• Job Description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned
• Site Inspections & Verification: Travel to active solar project sites within the region to perform random sampling inspections at defined intervals during the construction of projects. Evaluate installation and process quality across all DFOW, including civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical scopes. Verify compliance with project specifications, engineering drawings, and industry standards. Compare inspection results from previous inspection samples of the same DFOW to identify and monitor any variance trends to leverage positive trends and contain negative trends.
• Documentation & Reporting: Photograph and document all discrepancies and non-conforming work. Generate and submit Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), as necessary, with detailed findings and recommendations. Maintain accurate inspection logs and quality documentation.
• Communication & Collaboration: Communicate inspection results and quality trends to the project team, including site managers, superintendents, and subcontractors. Collaborate with the Quality Control and Construction teams to resolve issues and implement corrective actions. Provide feedback to improve installation practices and ensure adherence to quality standards. Provide inspection results data to the Regional Quality Manager, Quality Analyst, and Quality Department to support trend analysis programs.
• Training & Support: Support onboarding and orientation of field personnel on quality expectations. Assist in the development and delivery of training related to quality procedures and standards.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, specifically with respect to communicating the interdependencies of the field installation teams and upstream working and business units.
• 3+ years of experience in solar EPC or utility-scale construction quality control.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and QA/QC protocols.
• Familiarity with solar installation methods and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, ASTM).
• Proficiency in inspection tools, reporting software, and digital documentation.
• Ability to travel frequently and work independently in field environments.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with NCR workflows and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
• Employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $73,104.00 - $91,380.00 Pay Rate Type: Salary

Job Number: J13969

Equal Opportunity Employer

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities.

SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.