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SOLV Energy · 2 hours ago

Assistant Commissioning Manager (Remote)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$92K/yr - $115K/yr

5+ years exp

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, and they are seeking an Assistant Commissioning Manager to assist with the planning, execution, and management of testing and commissioning activities for BESS & PV projects. The role involves managing project-level commissioning teams and ensuring a smooth transition from commissioning to close-out.

ConstructionEnergyRenewable EnergySolar

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage the project commissioning team, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure efficient and effective execution of tasks

Report daily to the Sr. Commissioning Manager, the status of each project as assigned

Review technical, contractual, and regulatory requirements related to commissioning and assist with the development of a project milestone and deliverables list, project specific commissioning plan, and commissioning procedures

Communicate directly with the client, trade partners, and OEM suppliers regarding equipment specific testing and commissioning activities

Coordinate with project teams, including engineering, construction, and quality assurance, to ensure alignment in all commissioning activities

Assist with the development of the integrated P6 testing and commissioning schedules. Ensure that the integrated testing and commissioning schedule is updated weekly

Assist with the development of the commissioning resource plan for the project

Prepare electrical energization procedures and oversee all major energization and hot commissioning activities

Identify, analyze, and recommend corrective actions to resolve technical issues identified during commissioning or initial operation

Train and mentor team members for a variety of roles on project teams

Support the development of standards and processes to improve business

Manage all pre-commissioning, cold, warm, and hot commissioning tests, including initial energization, synchronization, functional testing, utility capability testing, and project acceptance testing for all BESS & PV plant systems

Ensure all commissioning activities comply with industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations

Prepare detailed daily commissioning reports, documenting test results, issues encountered, and corrective actions taken

Monitor project timelines, and resources to ensure successful project delivery

Continuously improve commissioning processes by incorporating feedback and lessons learned from completed projects

Prepare and maintain Lessons Learned and equipment warranty tracking logs

Establish and manage: Safety Tagging, Lockout, Red Rope, and Work Permit Programs ensuring site compliance with all provisions upon the start of cold commissioning activities throughout project Substantial Completion

Qualification

TestingCommissioningElectrical power systemsProject managementUtility scale solar experienceSCADA systemsProblem-solvingCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

A minimum of 5 years of experience in testing and commissioning on utility scale electrical systems

Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, inverters, transformers, and electrical infrastructure

Proven experience managing project teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders

Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Familiarity with relevant industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations

Utility scale solar, battery storage, and high voltage experience

Fiber installation and testing

SCADA system understanding, testing, and commissioning

DC systems architecture and testing

Knowledgeable in National Fire Protection Association/National Electrical Code (NFPA/NEC) standards, and IEEE/IES/API Standards

NETA and IEEE standards as related to utility scale solar generation, ie. Transformers, MV and LV cabling, grounding, and solar specific component testing

Understands the commercial performance of power plants

Familiarity with NERC guidelines and various ISO and TSO organization requirements a plus

Familiarity with DCS / SCADA control systems and methods for utility scale generation a plus

Familiarity with testing of mechanical and solid-state relaying systems a plus

Functional competencies include attention to detail, communication, customer focus, prioritization, and drive

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.

Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan

Are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Company

SOLV Energy

SOLV Energy offers engineering procurement construction, operations, maintenance, technology and services.

Founded in 2008

San Diego, California, USA

501-1000 employees

https://www.solvenergy.com/

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