Solar SCADA & Network Commissioning Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking a commissioning professional to support the network and communications pre-commissioning and commissioning for utility-scale solar, battery storage, and related infrastructure.

You will help ensure devices communicate properly during hot commissioning and integrate SCADA, fiber, and Ethernet systems. This position is hybrid, with on-site work at job sites and periodic remote collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years 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.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and implement site-specific commissioning plans and adhere to schedules.
• Coordinate with project teams, including engineering, construction, and quality assurance, SCADA to ensure alignment on commissioning activities.
• Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning tests, including performance, functional, and reliability testing of all communications systems.
• Ensure all commissioning activities comply with industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during commissioning to ensure optimal SCADA and site communications performance.
• Prepare detailed commissioning reports, documenting test results, issues encountered, and corrective actions.
• Assist site commissioning personnel in establishing the Safety Tagging, Lockout & Work Permit Program and ensuring compliance.
• Familiarity with NFPA/NEC, IEEE/IES/API standards and NERC/ISO requirements is a plus.
• Travel to project sites as needed for commissioning activities.

Skills

Solar PV systems knowledge

Networking & communications

Problem-solving

Electrical drawings interpretation

Project management

Communication skills

Safety standards knowledge

Job description

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking a commissioning professional to support the network and communications pre-commissioning and commissioning for utility-scale solar, battery storage, and related infrastructure.

You will help ensure devices communicate properly during hot commissioning and integrate SCADA, fiber, and Ethernet systems. This position is hybrid, with on-site work at job sites and periodic remote collaboration.