PV Field Testing Engineer

Team: IT

Location: US

Commitment: Full-time

Workplace Type: remote

Accountabilities

• Travel to client locations throughout the United States to perform solar PV system and component inspections, testing, audits, and commissioning verification.

• Execute field activities in accordance with applicable technical, commercial, safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements.

• Perform PV testing activities such as I-V curve tracing, Megger testing, infrared scanning, visual inspections, and multimeter measurements.

• Analyze field and test data, identify issues or performance concerns, and contribute to accurate, well-structured technical reports.

• Troubleshoot technical issues encountered during testing and commissioning and coordinate appropriate resolutions with onsite stakeholders.

• Support safe testing practices, effective data management, and quality-control procedures during PV inspections.

• Coordinate activities with client representatives, site personnel, and internal technical teams to ensure projects remain aligned with expectations and schedules.

• Use, maintain, and appropriately handle specialized testing equipment, tools, and field devices.

• Conduct quality-control audits at PV manufacturing facilities as required.

• Communicate project findings, observations, and recommendations clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, or another relevant four-year engineering or science discipline.

• Understanding of PV module components, solar photovoltaic systems, and their operating principles.

• Experience in PV testing or inspection, operations and maintenance, electrical work, or related experience with commercial and/or utility-scale PV systems is preferred.

• Practical experience with I-V curve tracing, Megger testing, infrared scanning, visual inspection, multimeter use, and safe commissioning or inspection practices.

• Experience interpreting electroluminescence (EL) images, I-V curve traces, or PV module and cell testing data is an advantage.

• NABCEP certification is preferred.

• OSHA 10/30 certification, fall-protection training, arc-flash training, lockout/tagout experience, and knowledge of specialized protective equipment are desirable.

• Strong analytical, organizational, record-keeping, and problem-solving abilities, with close attention to data accuracy and technical detail.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to coordinate effectively with clients and distributed teams.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications.

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment and coordinating across different time zones.

• Willingness and physical ability to work outdoors in demanding conditions, including desert and winter environments, nighttime assignments, extended periods of standing, and climbing stairs and ladders.

• Ability to travel up to approximately 80% of the time and maintain a valid passport.

• Ability to meet applicable employment requirements, including any required pre-employment drug screening.

Benefits

• Remote work arrangement with frequent nationwide field travel.

• Competitive compensation package.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

• Life and disability insurance.

• Paid time off, including vacation and sick time.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Opportunity to work on diverse solar and clean-energy projects across the PV value chain.

• Professional exposure to solar testing, quality assurance, commissioning, inspection, and manufacturing quality-control activities.

• Inclusive workplace committed to equal employment opportunity and professional growth.