SCADA & Communications Commissioning Technician

SOLV Energy, Inc.; North Dakota; Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking a commissioning specialist to support pre-commissioning and commissioning of SCADA and communications systems at utility-scale solar projects across the United States.

The role requires collaborating with engineering, construction, and QA teams to ensure devices communicate properly during hot commissioning. This hybrid position combines onsite site work with partial remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of commissioning utility-scale solar projects experience preferred.
• 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 read Electrical/Mechanical Drawings/Schematics.
• Strong organizational skills for multi-project management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Solar PV systems

Networking systems

SCADA systems

Testing & commissioning

Electrical drawings

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Job description

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking a commissioning specialist to support pre-commissioning and commissioning of SCADA and communications systems at utility-scale solar projects across the United States.

The role requires collaborating with engineering, construction, and QA teams to ensure devices communicate properly during hot commissioning. This hybrid position combines onsite site work with partial remote flexibility.