Temporary Solar Pv Design Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

PV Solar Engineer - Remote/Travel Based Position

Intertek's Clean Energy Associates (CEA) serves as a trusted partner to some of the world's leading solar project developers, owners and financiers, providing a range of services across the value chain. These services include quality assurance, supply chain management and traceability as well as technical support to clean energy projects. 

CEA also serves clean energy equipment suppliers and manufacturers, helping them grow and navigate the key manufacturing challenges that are critical for their success. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. 

We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. Learn more @ www.intertekcea.com

What are we looking for?

The PV Solar Engineer is responsible for executing the PV solar and BESS site inspections, testing, audits, and quality control service projects with a scope including but not limited to visual inspection, commissioning support, EL testing, IV curve testing , inline production monitoring, pre-shipment inspections on finished products, and container loading monitoring. This position requires over 80% of travel.

The PV Solar Engineer will be responsible for executing Engineering Services' projects such as: on-site inspections, audits, commissioning verifications, punch list generation, troubleshooting, drawings and design review, technical due diligence, independent engineering, etc., on time, within budget, and in compliance with all technical, commercial, safety regulatory, and environmental requirements to meet or exceed client's expectations. The candidate may also be involved in SOW development, proposal preparation, and report delivery to our clients (project developers, EPCs, independent power producers, lenders, investors, and financial institutions).

Candidates will be leading onsite teams consisting of engineers and technicians. The candidate should also be able to resolve conflicts, communicate effectively with clients, be comfortable working in a small group environment, and be willing to put in extra effort to coordinate activities across global time zones.

Salary & Benefits Information

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000.Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. 

What you'll do:

• Travel to client sites and perform systems audits, inspections and commissioning on solar PV and Storage systems, FAT and SAT testing for transformers, BESS systems
• Coordinating with field service technicians, engineers, subcontractors, and other O&M personnel
• Project manage systems audits, inspections, and commissioning to meet project schedule and budget
• Ability to troubleshoot faulty systems and provide recommendations for corrective actions
• Create reports on technical commissioning, findings, and/or inspections and communicate with the client in a professional manner
• Provide leadership in health, safety, and environmental (HSE) issues on site and maintain overall responsibility for ensuring that the team complies with the HSE Plan
• Ensure hazard/risk analysis is performed before the start of activities
• Provide support to Marketing and Sales teams

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in Solar PV and BESS industry
• Verifiable experience for O&M and commissioning in the field.
• OSHA 10 certification (10hr) required.
• Experience in using project management software
• Proficiency in using MS Office- Word and Excel
• Experience in reporting and client communication
• Experience with I-V Curve Tracing, Megger Testing, Infrared Scanning, Visual Inspection, Multimeter Use and safety practices while conducting inspections and commissioning work
• Fall Protection Trained
• Training in arc-flash, lock-out/ tag-out, and other special protective equipment and procedures is desirable
• Ability to work outdoors in harsh conditions, including but not limited to desert areas, snow conditions, long hours standing, climbing stairs, and using ladders
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron, and arm guards)
• Ability to travel up to 80% of the time.
• Valid driver's license and reliable driving record
• Unexpired, valid United States Passport
• This is a remote position; however, applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States 

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Electrician with experience in C&I and utility-scale PV systems
• PE license, Medium Voltage, Hi voltage testing Experience
• NABCEP PVIP certification
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain
• Medium and Hi Voltage testing experience

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.      

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.