Commissioning Manager, Solar (remote, 20% travel)

Vitaver & Associates • Full-time • Remote (Florida) • 5d ago

14840 - Commissioning Manager (remote, travel up to 20%) - Juno Beach, FL

Start Date: ASAP
Type: Temporary Project
Estimated Duration: 12+ months with possible extensions
Work Setting: Remote.
Our client is filling this contract position exclusively through approved staffing partners, so this opportunity is not available by applying directly with the client. If you're interested, we'd be happy to represent you throughout the hiring process.

Required:

Experience involving utility solar power systems (5+ years);
Experience with utility-scale photovoltaic construction and commissioning;
Experience with utility-scale photovoltaic components (PV modules, combiners, inverters, transformers, met stations, substations);
Experience with Microsoft Office / 365;
Experience with Commissioning plan execution across electrical, controls, and power systems;
Experience with Interconnection and grid compliance testing (PPA, GIA/LGIA, ISO).

Preferred:

Experience in utility PV systems;
Experience with SCADA systems of industrial plants/processes;
Experience working with electrical grid participants such as Transmission Operators, Independent System Operators, and Balancing Authorities (1-3 years).

Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate commissioning activities from mechanical completion through energization, startup, testing, and turnover.
Serve as the Owner's representative during active project phases;
Execute commissioning plans across electrical, controls, and power systems;
Coordinate daily activities with EPCs, OEMs, testing vendors, SCADA integrators, utilities, and internal stakeholders;
Support interconnection and grid compliance testing (PPA, GIA/LGIA, ISO);
Lead system walkdowns and punch list closure;
Execute approved commissioning procedures and schedules;
Must be able to see color to discern color-coded HMI controls, tolerate prolonged periods of screen time, and hold a valid driver's license with the ability to operate a motor vehicle for commuting between work locations

Why apply?

Gain experience with one of the world's largest solar and wind energy providers, which last year briefly became the most valued U.S. energy company;
Work with a great team of professionals and learn the newest technologies and approaches;
Enjoy our Client’s wonderful campus with top-notch facilities for work and recreation;
Benefit from multiple project extensions;
Receive support and advice from Vitaver consultants who are already working at our Client’s site;
Get extra cash by participating in the Vitaver Successful Completion Bonus Program;
Always get paid in full and on time.