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Commissioning Engineer

Remote: 
Full Remote
Salary: 
96 - 96K yearly
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)

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Blue Ridge Power Scaleup https://www.blueridgepower.com/
501 - 1000 Employees
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Job description

Blue Ridge Power is a full-service EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) company for solar projects across the United States, offering integrated engineering, a qualified professional labor force, and an expansive fleet of equipment to serve the needs of our clients. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, with offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Lexington, SC. Blue Ridge Power has installed 8 GW of solar infrastructure throughout the country and employs about 700 team members. Learn more at blueridgepower.com.

Blue Ridge Power (BRP) is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join our team! The Commissioning Engineer will support the Commissioning Superintendent in managing the project commissioning activities or may provide support to the Director, Commissioning for departmental initiatives. While assigned to projects, this position can serve as a lead role for the respective commissioning discipline, responsible for project commissioning practices and project schedule compliance. Under direct supervision, this position reports functionally to the Director, Commissioning, and administratively to the assigned Commissioning Superintendent on site. This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position. 

What You’ll Do:

  • Good Knowledge of all project plans, specifications, and drawings. 
  • Develop and maintain an overall project commissioning plan, including deliverables and due dates to comply with contract requirements. 
  • Work independently and within a team to perform required inspections on utility PV systems. 
  • Lead the interface between the project site team and the Commissioning team on-site. 
  • Participate in the pre-commissioning meetings and all commissioning activities. 
  • Proactively review the site-specific commissioning tracker before the commencement of commissioning activities to ensure all pre-energization activities are covered. 
  • Lead site walks and manages the Job Book Table of Contents (TOC) for project-specific requirements and reports requested client-requested changes to the Manager, Commissioning. 
  • Coordinate craft and equipment support for commissioning activities. 
  • Participate in safety programs and discussions before energization. 
  • Verify all applicable equipment is LOTO’d before energization and implement a power control program to ensure safety is maintained across project execution. 
  • Participate in assigned project design documents and drawing reviews. 
  • Review and track test report submittals and ensure all required submittals are closed before energization. 
  • Review the subcontract agreements, and commissioning plans to get a good understanding of the scope of the subcontractors. 
  • Conduct audits of project commissioning documentation for accuracy and completeness. 
  • Assist the team in conducting training of project personnel to perform field verification during the commissioning process. 
  • Ensure that commissioning and documentation are completed per contract requirements. 
  • Communicate and implement Blue Ridge Power's Commissioning Procedures for all personnel under Blue Ridge Power's authority on the project site. 
  • Constantly solve problems and resolve issues through face-to-face and personal communication. 
  • Work with Commissioning Lead and/or Commissioning Manager to develop project lessons learned items at project completion. 
  • Assist in preparing commissioning reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data. 
  • Maintain technical knowledge by keeping current on applicable processes, practices, and best methods. 
  • Perform other duties as requested. 

Must-Haves:

  • 4+ years of commissioning experience in utility-scale solar projects. 
  • A clear understanding of OSHA safe workplace practices and procedures. 
  • Intermediate to advanced Racking and Tracker commissioning, operation, troubleshooting, manufacturer training, and/or certification. 
  • Intermediate to advanced Inverter commissioning, operation, communications, troubleshooting, manufacturer training, and/or certification. 
  • Intermediate to advanced SCADA/ DAS systems, communication systems, operations, programming, manufacturer training, and/or certification. 
  • Good knowledge of MV Transformers and other Renewable Energy Balance of Systems (BOS).
  • Advanced Construction, structural, electrical single-line and three-line drawings markups and red lines, RFIs. 
  • Good knowledge of Utility and Interconnection (Substation and POI) Equipment. 
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite software programs. 

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Utility-scale (transmission) Solar and Construction experience.
  • Experience working with solar tracker systems. 
  • Subcontractor and vendor management. 

Education and Certifications: 

  • Bachelor's degree or global equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a related field of study is required.  
  • Must possess and maintain a current valid driver's license required.
  • OSHA 30 or 100 is required.
  • NABCEP PV Associate Certification or equivalent education is preferred. 
  • Electrical License and/or Equivalent education is preferred. 
  • NFPA 70e is preferred.
  • High Voltage Certification is preferred.
  • Low Voltage Certification is preferred.

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

  • This position can be remote, preferably within comfortable driving distance of our offices in Asheville or Fayetteville.
  • Must have the ability to travel and be flexible in traveling to multiple states.
  • Must be able to comply with all company safety standards and procedures including OSHA requirements. 
  • Must follow organization policies and procedures. 
  • Individuals in this position work in an outdoor environment and must be able to tolerate all climates. 
  • Must be able to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk short to long distances for 8-10 hours daily. 
  • Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Blue Ridge Power believes in taking care of our employees by offering benefits that support their physical, mental, and financial well-being.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Training and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, Hybrid Work Options, Remote Work Options, Dog-Friendly Offices, and much more!

Blue Ridge Power supports organizations local to our offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Asheville, NC, including the school systems, environmental groups, athletics, youth organizations, and more. 

Blue Ridge Power is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.

 

Blue Ridge Power does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.

 

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Experience

Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving

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