[Hiring] PV Field Testing Engineer @Intertek

Role Description

The PV Field Testing Engineer will be responsible for executing onsite solar PV projects including:

• PV module testing
• Inspections
• Audits
• Commissioning verification
• Troubleshooting

Candidate will be responsible for executing work within all technical, commercial, safety regulatory, and environmental requirements to meet or exceed client’s expectations. The candidate should also be able to:

• Troubleshoot issues that may arise during testing
• Resolve conflicts
• Communicate effectively virtually with colleagues
• Coordinate work with client’s representatives onsite
• Work in a group environment
• Put in extra effort to coordinate activities across time zones

This position requires frequent travel, including being away from home for up to 80% of the time.

Responsibilities include:

• Travel to client sites and perform systems audits, inspections, and commissioning on solar PV systems and components
• Analyze test data and assist in report generation
• Participate in PV inspections to ensure safe and proper testing and data management
• Use and maintain test devices and tools
• Assist in coordination with client representatives and other onsite personnel
• Visit PV manufacturing facilities for quality control audits

Qualifications

• B.S. in engineering or physics (4+ year engineering/science degree)
• An understanding of the components and operation of PV modules and systems is required
• Experience in PV testing/inspection, O&M, or electrician experience with C&I and/or utility scaled PV systems preferred
• Experience with I-V Curve Tracing, Megger Testing, Infrared Scanning, Visual Inspection, Multimeter Use, and safety practices while conducting inspections and/or commissioning work
• Experience in interpreting EL images and/or I-V curve traces and/or testing PV modules and cells is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Diligent record-keeping
• Proficient Microsoft Office and computer skills
• NABCEP certification preferred
• OSHA 10/30 certification, fall protection training, and training in arc-flash, lock-out/tag-out, and other special protective equipment and procedures desirable
• Ability to work outdoors in harsh conditions including but not limited to desert areas, winter conditions, nighttime work, long hours standing, climbing stairs and ladders
• Ability to travel up to 80% of the time and a valid passport required

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous vacation/sick time (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement
• And more