Field Service Technician - PV

About the role

This role supports field Service operations within Sungrow USA related to commissioning, warranty, and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) of expanding installed sites.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, test, and maintain string and central solar inverters and ancillary equipment/ systems.
• Perform troubleshooting and diagnosis under Sungrow’s maintenance and repair guidelines.
• Support and perform pre-commissioning and commissioning of solar inverters and BESS systems within schedule and work plans.
• Investigate solar plant issues such as DC array grid faults, inverter design issues, and utility grid transients.
• Lead upgrade/rework projects (software and hardware) in the field and interact with customers to explain the project's technical scope and manage work schedule and commitments.
• Work with customer SCADA engineers to set up systems communication and parameters involving Sungrow’s controllers and F&G systems as needed.
• Provide feedback to the engineering and project team on possible mechanical and electrical design improvements.
• Prepare and submit own Daily Activity Reports and Daily JSA Reports.
• Work independently in the field and with Design Engineers to resolve high-level technical issues, support the investigation of the root cause for technology applications for complex projects.
• Coordinate and work closely with other engineering, logistic, financial, and program management disciplines to maintain the solar plant operations.
• Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and test procedures.
• Own creation and submission of all field paperwork and documentation for full compliance with site documentation and project requirements.
• Serve as a safety second if needed.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in an Engineering or Computer Science Discipline from an accredited university or college.
• Renewable industry experience is desired.
• Power Electronics experience is desired.
• OSHA 10 certificate within 12 months of date of hire.
• NFPA 70e certificate within 12 months of date of hire.

Qualifications

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Motivated self-starter with complex problem-solving abilities.
• A 'completer-finisher' taking accountability for ideas from inception to delivery in an environment that requires robust metrics to confirm the success.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of partners, senior managers, and subject matter experts.
• 3 plus years of overall experience in a technical field.
• 2 years of experience in solar inverters or BESS.
• Must possess the ability to work with test equipment and hand tools as required.
• Must be able to closely follow instructions and pre-established procedures/SOP to perform the duties of the job.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• OSHA, NFPA70A, Electrical Safety experience and/or certification with MV transformers a plus.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Travel 80%.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package and employee programs.

Pay

Compensation commensurate with experience.

Schedule

No specific schedule provided.

Skills

Must have the ability to work with test equipment and hand tools as required.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package and employee programs.