Senior PV Technician - Utility-Scale Solar O&M

SPIE Turbomachinery

Industrial City (AL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 111,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

SPIE Global Services Energy is seeking an experienced PV Technician to support operation and maintenance of large-scale solar plants. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on PV equipment, inspect transformers, switchgear, and protection relays, and ensure electrical safety compliance.

The role requires 6+ years in solar plant O&M, HV switching up to 220kV, PLC/HMI usage, and strong fault-finding skills.

Qualifications

Diploma or Technical Certificate in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Minimum 5 years' experience in the operation and maintenance of Solar Power Plants (100 MWp and above).
Experience with high-voltage switching up to 1500V DC, 33kV, and 220kV.
Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding abilities.
Good communication in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on PV plant equipment.
Carry out inspection, testing, and maintenance of transformers, switchgear, and protection relays.
Maintain and troubleshoot MV/LV motors, vacuum circuit breakers, and electrical distribution systems.
Conduct MV and HV cable jointing, termination, repair, and testing activities.
Support operation and maintenance activities for substations up to 33kV and associated electrical systems.
Monitor and maintain UPS systems, thyristor rectifiers, and plant electrical utilities.
Perform switching and isolation activities on electrical systems in accordance with safety procedures.
Diagnose and rectify faults using PLC-based systems and HMI.
Support maintenance activities related to HVAC and instrumentation systems.
Ensure compliance with HSE requirements, site procedures, and electrical safety standards.
Prepare maintenance reports and update records using computerized maintenance systems.