Solar Commissioning Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Preparation of project documentation including pre-commissioning and commissioning
Preparation of the project commissioning and start-up plan including detailed activities and start-up logic.
Work with engineers and vendors in the design phases to align handover and commissioning activities.
Participate in workshops on design aspects that may assist in pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities.
Assist with the development and management of commissioning and start-up budget, including forecast for future staffing requirements.
Responsible for managing site materials and logistics.
Coordinate and manage contractor and subcontractor activities associated with pre-commissioning and commissioning.
Interface with Operations Team in commissioning, start-up and final turnover of the facility.
Work closely with the project planners and schedulers.
Assist in Operational Readiness Plan and Project Execution Plan development.
Coordinate vendor activities for commissioning.
Provide leadership in health, safety and environmental (HSE) issues on site and maintain overall responsibility for ensuring that the team complies with the HSE Plan.
Ensure hazard/risk analysis is performed before start of activities.
Coordinate start-up activities with project management, engineering, construction, HSE, contractors, facility operations, and start-up personnel.
Establish progress reporting systems for all phases of the commissioning and start-up of the facility.
Ensure the commissioning plan is in compliance with the appropriate external regulatory bodies and OTS systems.
Liaise with construction management, the client and Vendors to ensure efficient and timely service.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of 3 years of electrical engineering within a Utility-Scale Solar Farm environment
Experience with high-voltage distribution
Ability to work independently while maintaining accountability to site management
Ability to manage and provide development of testing technicians
Coordination of third-party testing services for MV systems
Coordination of equipment vendor commissioning processes
Proficient with PV inverters and DC collection systems
Understanding of major electrical equipment such as switchgear, VAR systems, reclosers, MV transformers
Knowledgeable of single axis tracking systems
Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems within utility PV projects
Administer and train individuals to perform PV string testing
Possess an understanding of the operation of power system protection relays
Understanding of the principles of a SCADA system
Ability to plan, author, and execute a commissioning process
Ability to author switch sequencing
Understanding of electrical safety and NFPA 70E
Ability to select appropriate PPE for electrical safety
Ability to read electrical drawings
Understanding of LOTO principles
Ability to estimate available power throughout commissioning process
Ability to process testing data and demonstrate failure or acceptance of power systems


We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or any other criteria protected by governing law.



For more information or to apply, contact Ryan Hargrove at ryan.hargrove@trsstaffing.com