Remote Solar SCADA Commissioning Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Vacation & holidays

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to support pre-commissioning and commissioning of utility-scale solar, battery storage, and substation projects. This role is fully remote with regular travel to job sites across the United States.

You will interpret commissioning plans, perform tests (fiber, Ethernet, Modbus, DNP), coordinate with engineering and QA, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. 3–5 years in solar commissioning required.

Qualifications

• 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 a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Ability to interpret Electrical and Mechanical Drawings/ Schematics.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and implement site commissioning plans and adhere to schedules.
• Coordinate with project teams, including engineering, construction, and QA/SCADA to align on commissioning activities.
• Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning tests for communications systems (fiber, Ethernet, serial - Modbus/DNP).
• Ensure all commissioning activities comply with industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues to ensure optimal SCADA and site communications performance.
• Prepare detailed commissioning reports with results, issues, and corrective actions.
• Continuously improve commissioning processes using feedback and lessons learned from projects.
• Assist site commissioning personnel with Safety Tagging and Lockout/Tagout programs.
• Utility-scale solar testing for EPC/Utilities in the United States.
• Familiarity with NFPA/NEC, IEEE/IES/API standards; NERC guidelines is a plus.

Skills

Solar PV systems

Networking & communications

Troubleshooting

Pre-commissioning

Electrical drawings/schematics

Project coordination

Tools

Modbus

DNP3

SCADA

Job description

SOLV Energy is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to support pre-commissioning and commissioning of utility-scale solar, battery storage, and substation projects. This role is fully remote with regular travel to job sites across the United States.

You will interpret commissioning plans, perform tests (fiber, Ethernet, Modbus, DNP), coordinate with engineering and QA, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. 3–5 years in solar commissioning required.