Remote Solar SCADA & Commissioning Technician

SOLV Energy, LLC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Remote; USD 101,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking an experienced commissioning engineer to support pre-commissioning and commissioning of communications and SCADA for utility-scale solar, storage, and substations. This fully remote role involves travel to various job sites, with location details discussed during interview.

You will interpret site commissioning plans, coordinate with engineering, construction and QA teams, perform tests, document results, and drive safety and quality in all activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in 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 and proactive issue resolution.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings/schematics.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and implement site-specific commissioning plans and schedules.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction and QA teams on commissioning activities.
• Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning tests including performance, functional and reliability tests of communications systems.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA/NEC and IEEE/ISO standards; adhere to safety and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot issues to optimize SCADA and site communications performance.
• Prepare detailed commissioning reports with test results and corrective actions.

Skills

Networking knowledge

SCADA systems

DCS/SCADA familiarity

Modbus / DNP protocols

Electrical drawings interpretation

NFPA/NEC standards knowledge

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Safety-first mindset

Tools

SCADA systems

Ethernet testing

Modbus / DNP testing

Job description

SOLV Energy is seeking an experienced commissioning engineer to support pre-commissioning and commissioning of communications and SCADA for utility-scale solar, storage, and substations. This fully remote role involves travel to various job sites, with location details discussed during interview.

You will interpret site commissioning plans, coordinate with engineering, construction and QA teams, perform tests, document results, and drive safety and quality in all activities.