Job title: Commissioning Specialist
Company: Actalent
Job description: Commissioning Specialist – Remote with 20% TravelJob DescriptionWe are looking for a Performance Test Analyst/Engineer to join our team! This person will have the ability to support one of the world’s leaders in Clean Energy and Infrastructure Investment, as they continue to expand their business across the United States. The role will be 80% Remote, with about 20% Travel to site or corporate offices on an as-needed basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a stable team with a strong pipeline of business.ResponsibilitiesThis person will help us commission new Solar and Battery projects, develop and maintain new Analysis Tools, write Scopes of Work, and manage our Vendors. They will primarily be responsible for analyzing the performance of new Utility-Scale Solar and Battery projects, drawing conclusions from the data, sending Corrective Actions, and writing up Reports. Secondary duties include designing new Test Procedures with the Test Team and developing new Analysis Tools. The goal for this role is for this employee to grow into a Subject Matter Expert in PV and Battery Power Plant performance. Specific tasks include:
- Review all pertinent stakeholder contracts for a project (PPA, GIA, EPC, and OEM).
- Distill and extract testing and performance metrics needed from contracts.
- Develop test procedures to meet all testing and performance requirements to satisfy project contracts.
- Collaborate with commissioning team and project teams in the pre-testing phase to identify, troubleshoot, and correct project performance issues.
- Supervise and direct the performance testing, and analyze plant PV and BESS performance test results.
- Calculate system availability from data collected by SCADA or on-site testing as needed.
- Evaluate utility-scale PV systems’ measured performance against modeled performance using PVsyst output, to create linear regressions in accordance with ASTM E2848-13.
- Create performance test reports to communicate results to a wide range of audiences and stakeholders, ranging from technical experts to management personnel.
- Work with stakeholders in the report review process, and read, interpret, and implement industry testing standards.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Computer Science, or Engineering
- 5+ years of Technical and Management experience
- 1+ years of Data Analytics experience
- Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
Preferred Experience
- Strong and effective communication skills with all levels of stakeholders and team members
- Ability to work effectively and independently with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail, organization and a high level of accuracy
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet expected deadlines
- Knowledge of Data Visualization tools and techniques
- Ability to write Scopes of Work and manage third-party SME’s and consultants
Work EnvironmentThis position is a remote opportunity with travel required on an as-needed. Average travel is around 20% of the time, and will include site locations or the corporate office in Florida. The work environment involves working with cutting-edge solar and battery technology, and requires the use of various data visualization tools and industry testing standards. This position is open due to a steady and growing book of business, and this person could have the ability to move between departments in the future to gain more experience as interested and available.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65.00 – $70.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 17, 2025.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.
Expected salary: $65 – 70 per hour
Location: Juno Beach, FL
Job date: Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:35:28 GMT
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