NICX Technician
SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.
Job Description Summary:
This role involves supporting the network and communications pre-commissioning and commissioning process to ensure the devices communicate properly during hot commissioning.
This role is fully remote with regular travel to various job sites. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Job Description:
*This job description reflects management's assignment of essentialfunctions;it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
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Interpretand Implement site specific commissioning plansand adhere to schedules.
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Coordinate with project teams, including engineering, construction, and quality assurance,SCADAto ensure alignment on commissioning activities.
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Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning tests, including performance testing, functional testing, and reliability testing of allcommunicationssystems.
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Ensure all commissioning activitiescomply withindustry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.
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Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during the commissioning process to ensureoptimalperformance ofSCADA andsite communications systems.
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Prepare detailed commissioning reports, documenting test results, issuesencountered, and corrective actions taken.
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Continuously improve commissioning processes by incorporating feedback and lessons learned from completed projects.
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Assistssite commissioning personnel in establishment of the Safety Tagging, Lockout & Work Permit Program and ensuring compliance with its provisions.
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Utility scale solar power plants testing for EPC or Utilities in the United States
- Fiber installation and testing
- Ethernet installation and testing
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Serial communications installationand testing (Modbus, DNP,etc)
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SCADA system understanding, testing, and commissioning
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Knowledgeable in National Fire Protection Association/National Electrical Code (NFPA/NEC) standards, and IEEE/IES/API Standards.
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NETA and IEEEstandards asrelated to utility scale solar generation,ie. Transformers, MV and LV cabling, grounding, and solar specificcomponenttesting
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Understands the commercial performance of power plants
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Familiarity with NERC guidelines and various ISO and TSO organizationrequirementsa plus.
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Familiarity with DCS / SCADA control systems and methods for utility scale generation a plus.
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Familiarity with testing of mechanical andsolid staterelaying systemsa plus.
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Functional competencies include attention to detail, communication, customer focus, prioritization, and drive
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Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
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Leads byexample toshow that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working.
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Accountable to continually reinforce safe behaviors and correct at risk behaviors.
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Adheres to and ensures all site team membersunderstandsstandard operating procedures.
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Leads and supports the site team in technical,qualityand safety,utilizingsystem in place.
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Ability toUtilize, inspect, and understandproperusage of Personal Protective Equipment.
Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:
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A minimum of3-5years of experience in commissioning utility-scale solar power projects.
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Strong knowledge of solar PV systems, inverters, transformers, and electrical infrastructure.
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Strong knowledge ofnetworking and communications systems.
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Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
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AbilitytointerpretElectrical and Mechanical Drawings/ Schematics
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Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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