Remote PV Field Test Engineer – Frequent Travel

Intertek CEA; Arlington Heights (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous vacation / PTO

Job summary

Intertek is seeking a PV Field Testing Engineer to perform onsite PV module testing, inspections, audits, and commissioning verification. The role requires coordinating with client representatives, troubleshooting issues, and traveling frequently to client sites across time zones.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in engineering or physics, PV testing experience, and strong communication skills. Willingness to travel up to 80% and work outdoors in varying conditions is essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in engineering or physics (4+ year degree).
• Understanding of the components and operation of PV modules and systems.
• Experience in PV testing/inspection, O&M, or electrician experience with C&I and/or utility sized PV systems preferred.
• Experience with I-V Curve Tracing, Megger Testing, Infrared Scanning, Visual Inspection, Multimeter Use and safety practices while conducting inspections and/or commissioning work.
• Experience in interpreting EL images and/or I-V curve traces and/or testing PV modules and cells is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal); diligent record-keeping; proficient Microsoft Office and computer skills.
• NABCEP certification preferred.
• OSHA 10/30 certification, fall protection training, and training in arc-flash, lock-out/tag-out, and other special protective equipment and procedures desirable.
• Ability to work outdoors in harsh conditions including desert areas, winter conditions, nighttime work, long hours standing, climbing stairs and ladders.
• Ability to travel up to 80% of the time and a valid passport required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites and perform systems audits, inspections and commissioning on solar PV systems and components.
• Analyze test data and assist in report generation
• Participate in PV inspections to ensure safe and proper testing and data management
• Use and maintain test devices and tools
• Assist in coordination with client representatives and other onsite personnel
• Visit PV manufacturing facilities for quality control audits

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office

Education

B.S. in engineering or physics

Tools

I-V Curve Tracing

Megger Testing

Infrared Scanning

Multimeter Use

Job description

Intertek is seeking a PV Field Testing Engineer to perform onsite PV module testing, inspections, audits, and commissioning verification. The role requires coordinating with client representatives, troubleshooting issues, and traveling frequently to client sites across time zones.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in engineering or physics, PV testing experience, and strong communication skills. Willingness to travel up to 80% and work outdoors in varying conditions is essential.