Remote Solar SCADA & Communications Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation and holiday pay

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking a remote Commissioning Specialist to support pre-commissioning, testing, and handover of utility‑scale solar projects nationwide. You will work with engineering, construction, and QA teams to ensure robust communication networks and SCADA performance across sites.

Responsibilities include executing commissioning plans, conducting performance and reliability tests, and preparing detailed reports.

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 a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Ability to interpret Electrical and Mechanical Drawings/Schematics.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities; excellent communication.
• Familiarity with safety protocols, environmental regulations, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and implement site commissioning plans and adhere to schedules.
• Coordinate with project teams to align on commissioning activities (engineering, construction, QA, SCADA).
• Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning tests, including performance, functional and reliability testing of communications systems.
• Ensure activities comply with industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot issues during commissioning to ensure optimal SCADA and site communications performance.
• Prepare detailed commissioning reports documenting tests, issues, and corrective actions.
• Support safety programs; reinforce safe practices across site teams.

Skills

Networking systems

Communications systems

Problem solving

Electrical drawings interpretation

Organizational skills

Clear communication

Safety compliance

Tools

SCADA

NFPA/NEC standards

Job description

SOLV Energy is seeking a remote Commissioning Specialist to support pre-commissioning, testing, and handover of utility‑scale solar projects nationwide. You will work with engineering, construction, and QA teams to ensure robust communication networks and SCADA performance across sites.

Responsibilities include executing commissioning plans, conducting performance and reliability tests, and preparing detailed reports.