Qcells EPC · 13 hours ago
Commissioning Technician III
Ankeny, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelQcells USA, headquartered in Irvine, CA, specializes in utility-scale solar and battery energy storage project development. The Commissioning Technician III will lead commissioning activities on-site, ensuring safety and adherence to timelines while coordinating with construction teams and subcontractors.
Renewables & Environment
No H1B
Responsibilities
Work under direct supervision while performing commissioning activities
Maintain documentation for all equipment and systems required on projects
Participate in daily/weekly progress meetings with subcontractors
Assist in preparation of plans at beginning of projects for receiving, storing, and managing materials and tools as required
Assist with field troubleshooting of commissioned equipment
Provide training to subcontractors and 3rd party vendors, training to include LOTO and Energized Zone Training
Provide training to junior commissioning technicians, to include performing electrical testing and troubleshooting
Maintain commissioning logs, equipment checklists and LOTO logs
Coordinate and perform field troubleshooting of commissioned equipment, to include generating methods of procedures
Assist in the startup of commissioned equipment
Ability to manage time and work priorities independently
Technician support includes, but is not limited to, troubleshooting and diagnosing faults in equipment such as inverters and PV tracking systems, as well as providing detailed documentation to relevant entities responsible for resolution
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
Practical and applicable knowledge of electrical concepts
Hands-on experience with PV systems, including both DC and AC components
Proficiency in using test equipment such as multimeters, clamp-style ammeters, insulation resistance testers, and ground fault finders
General understanding of SCADA infrastructure and its components
Perform and coordinate commissioning activities under general guidance
Maintain thorough documentation for all equipment and systems associated with projects
Actively participate in daily and weekly progress meetings with subcontractors
Assist in developing plans at project initiation for receiving, storing, and managing materials and tools
Provide training to subcontractors and third-party vendors, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Energized Zone Training
Maintain commissioning logs, equipment checklists, and LOTO logs to ensure compliance and safety
Coordinate and execute field troubleshooting of commissioned equipment, including the development of methods of procedure (MOPs)
Support the startup process for commissioned equipment to ensure proper functionality and integration
At times, the employee may be designated as the lead commissioning representative for a project. In this role, they will be responsible for coordinating on-site activities with construction teams, electrical subcontractors, and equipment vendors, as well as developing and managing the commissioning schedule
As the lead commissioning representative, the employee will be responsible for the adherence to safety in all areas that are energized within the project
Competence in reviewing installations and providing clear feedback to the broader team
Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all projects
Communicate effectively with department leadership, project leadership, site leadership, and interconnecting utility providing updates on commissioning status and any identified challenges
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management
Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position
Qualification
Required
OSHA 30 Certification
NFPA 70.E Certification
Ability to read and interpret schematics
Practical and applicable knowledge electrical concepts
Practical and applicable knowledge of PV systems, to include DC and AC components
Practical and applicable knowledge of substation components, HV and MV
Practical and applicable knowledge of test equipment, to include multimeters, clamp-style ammeters, insulation resistance testers and ground fault finders
Knowledgeable in prerequisite testing required prior and post startup of PV power plants; to include ground testing, insulation resistance, VLF, VOCs, IV curve tracing
High understanding of SCADA infrastructure
Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Flexible schedule and willingness to travel when needed
Must have strong communications skills (in English) both verbal and written
Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate with others is necessary
Preferred
Inverter manufacturer operation and maintenance (O&M) technician certifications
Company
Qcells EPC
Qcells EPC provides utility-scale modules, project development, and EPC solutions for solar (PV) and energy storage systems (ESS) throughout the United States.
Founded in 2015
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lorena Melendez
Talent Acquisition Business Partner Manager
Tre Thompson
Talent Acquisition Business Partner
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