Solar SCADA & Networking Commissioning Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking a seasoned commissioning professional to support the network and communications pre-commissioning and commissioning for utility-scale solar projects. The role requires onsite presence at job sites with partial remote work and discusses location details during interviews.

Responsibilities include executing site commissioning plans, coordinating with engineering, construction, and QA/SCADA teams, and performing tests for performance, functionality, and reliability of

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of commissioning utility-scale solar power 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.
• Ability to interpret Electrical and Mechanical Drawings/Schematics.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and implement site-specific commissioning plans and schedules.
• Coordinate with project teams including engineering, construction, and QA/SCADA.
• Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning tests (performance, functional, reliability).
• Ensure compliance with standards, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve commissioning issues for SCADA and site communications.
• Prepare detailed commissioning reports.
• Improve commissioning processes using feedback from projects.
• Assist site commissioning personnel with Safety Tagging and Lockout/Tagout.
• Test and commission utility-scale solar plants for EPC or utilities in the United States.
• Fiber, Ethernet, and Serial communications installation/testing (Modbus, DNP).
• Understand SCADA systems; NFPA/NEC; IEEE/IES/API.
• Familiarity with NERC ISO/TSO guidelines.
• Understand DCS/SCADA control systems and testing of relaying systems.
• Maintain a safety-focused attitude and lead by example.
• Follow SOPs and ensure safety across the team.
• Lead and support site team in technical, quality, and safety using systems in place.
• Utilize, inspect, and understand PPE usage.

Skills

Solar PV systems

Networking & communications

Problem solving

Electrical drawings

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Safety standards

Job description

SOLV Energy is seeking a seasoned commissioning professional to support the network and communications pre-commissioning and commissioning for utility-scale solar projects. The role requires onsite presence at job sites with partial remote work and discusses location details during interviews.

Responsibilities include executing site commissioning plans, coordinating with engineering, construction, and QA/SCADA teams, and performing tests for performance, functionality, and reliability of