Lead Commissioning Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities for utility-scale solar PV projects.
• Develop testing and commissioning proposals from engineering drawings and studies.
• Perform and oversee testing of AC/DC systems, relays, inverters, transformers, and switchgear.
• Cook up coordination with EPCs, OEMs, utilities, and Owner’s Engineers.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and site safety requirements.
• Prepare commissioning reports and maintain test documentation.
• Support energization activities and utility witness testing.
• Report project risks, schedule impacts, and technical issues.
• Mentor and oversee commissioning technicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3-7 years of commissioning, testing, or startup experience in utility-scale solar or power generation.
• Strong AC/DC electrical systems knowledge.
• Experience with inverter technology, SCADA, DAS, and protection relays.
• Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, IEC, and NERC standards.
• Experience with Omicron, Doble, or similar relay testing equipment.
• NFPA 70E certification required; NABCEP preferred.
• Ability to travel extensively to project sites.
• PE License in Maine or interest in pursuing PE.
• Strong communication, documentation, MS Office, Google Drive, and Procore skills.