Remote SCADA Commissioning Technician for Solar

SOLV Energy; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 101,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with vacation and holidays

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking a commissioning specialist to support pre-commissioning and commissioning for utility-scale solar projects. The role includes testing of communications systems, coordination with engineering and QA teams, and ensuring adherence to safety standards.

The position is fully remote with travel to job sites across the United States. Responsibilities include performing performance and reliability tests, documenting results, and continuously improving commissioning processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of commissioning utility-scale solar projects.
• Strong knowledge of solar PV systems, inverters, transformers, and electrical infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of networking and communications systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with proactive issue resolution.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings/schematics.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and implement site-specific commissioning plans and adhere to schedules.
• Coordinate with project teams (engineering, construction, QA, SCADA) to align on commissioning activities.
• Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning tests (performance, functional, reliability).
• Ensure commissioning activities comply with industry standards, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues to ensure optimal SCADA and site communications performance.
• Prepare detailed commissioning reports documenting test results and corrective actions.

Skills

Solar PV systems

Networking & communications

Problem-solving

Electrical drawings

Project coordination

Tools

SCADA systems

Modbus/DNP testing

Job description

SOLV Energy is seeking a commissioning specialist to support pre-commissioning and commissioning for utility-scale solar projects. The role includes testing of communications systems, coordination with engineering and QA teams, and ensuring adherence to safety standards.

The position is fully remote with travel to job sites across the United States. Responsibilities include performing performance and reliability tests, documenting results, and continuously improving commissioning processes.