Solar Operations Manager Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced SCADA Controls Manager I or II to join our Solar group responsible for providing project management and design leadership, as well as effective customer relationship management with new and existing customers. Support our continued growth by aiding in the development, roll-out and execution of early-stage Solar planning and development service offerings and providing technical support throughout the testing and commissioning of Solar projects. 

 Location: Any home base location in the United States; preference given to those that can work from MN-HQ or Denver office (other regional offices will be considered) 

 Travel: Ability to travel 30% to 50% 

 This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.  

 RESPONSIBILTIES 

• Technical electrical support 

• Review design documents to ensure compliance with contract expectations, noting and resolving issues or conflicts that could impact installation or other trades involved with project  

• Review contractual design, commissioning, testing, and turnover requirements.  

• Understanding of PPA and Interconnection design, testing and turnover requirements.  

• Coordinate plans and specifications with engineers, identifying and clarifying any discrepancies  

• Provide operational analysis and be able to provide technical guidance to Mortenson project teams and trade partners for troubleshooting performance issues 

• Provide updates and guidance to customers regarding their questions/concerns regarding the performance of projects 

• Provide guidance to Mortenson project teams with regards to what issues are/are not in Mortenson's contractual scope to address/rectify 

• Ability to simplify complex technical issues to audiences that are not as technically knowledgeable. 

Onsite electrical team support 

• Coach, mentor and train field personnel, forepersons, and superintendents  

• Establish and nurture teamwork environment  

• Ensure crews have technical resources and support  

• Provide work direction  

• Identify input for hiring needs and participate in hiring, discipline, and dismissal decisions if needed  

• Develop leadership potential through appropriate task assignments and career growth opportunities  

• Implement Mortenson's Zero Injury Safety Program at project site  

• Assist with technical troubleshooting during commissioning as necessary 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field experience  

• Minimum 5 years working with Solar installations, ideally at the utility-scale.  

• Low, medium, and high voltage technical knowledge proficiency 

• Specialized knowledge/experience in an area of electrical DC systems, low voltage AC systems, controls, and substations  

• Current driver's license 

• Detailed understanding of utility-scale Solar installations and associated control schemes 

• Understanding of networking and communication systems as they pertain to utility-scale installations 

• SCADA equipment programming and troubleshooting as PLC's, HMI's, Network switches 

• Working knowledge of latest NESC, NEC, IEEE, NEMA, and OSHA codes and standards and industry safety requirements and methods 

• Electrical Construction Management-Physical electrical understanding and Cost issue understanding 

• Commissioning-PPA Understanding and LGIA understanding, commissioning planning and execution of testing, commissioning scopes 

• Strong Teamwork Orientation -Leader of people and issues, especially in a group and with a customer and many other technical parties 

• Ability to work through technical and ambiguous electrical problems organize and manage multiple project tasks  

• Technical consensus building capabilities, working with internal / external partners to define technical direction 

• Technical risk understanding and how to manage it. 

A few benefits offered include:  

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)  

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  

• Dental plan  

• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match   

• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves  

• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance  

• No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work-life resources  

• Tuition reimbursement  

• Adoption Assistance  

• Gym Membership Discount Program  

SCADA Controls Manager I 

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: [see above] 

• The base pay range for this role is $125,600 - $188,400 

SCADA Controls Manager II 

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

•  Bachelor's degree in construction, Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or 10 years of equivalent field experience 

• Minimum seven years of construction management or commissioning experience, preferably with an MEP Contractor or Commissioning firm 

• The base pay range for this role is $144,300 - $216,500 

(Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).  

 Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.  This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.  

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 Please make note:   

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.   

• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.  

 ABOUT MORTENSON  

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.  

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 Equal Employment Opportunity  

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.  

  Other Items to Note  

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.  

• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.