Commercial Solar Electrical Services Specialist

Company: Aerotek
Location: Boulder
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:6+ ground mounted solar projects over various parts of Colorado.Extensive travel will be necessary. Relocation reimbursement negotiable.Projects are planned until October 2023 and additional projects will most likely be lined up.FUNCTION:The Electrical Services Specialist will be responsible for the in-field oversight and inspection of the electrical installation and interconnection activities for projects; inspection of all phases of the project electrical construction effort including, but not limited to, the interconnection substation, the project substation, substation interfaces, transmission line interconnections, electrical terminations, SCADA installation, and collection cable installation. Identify and immediately remedy deficiencies noted during field inspections of the project. We are looking for an experienced electrical specialist who will have demonstrated excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing. Work to be located at assigned project site.POSITION DESCRIPTION: Monitor all electrical work, specifically installation and testing, on the project to ensure it meets contract obligations. Provide technical and practical field input into the engineering and construction management teams' efforts. Gain in-depth understanding of major system components with particular emphasis on the modules, cabling and inverters. Work with procurement group on technical issues with subcontractors and vendors. Coordinate and maintain clear communication with project management groups and all site personnel during installations. Support engineering and confirm designs are suitable and cost effective for field installation, including any requested field or engineering directed changes; analyze and suggest areas of ongoing system design improvement, provide clear responses to the engineering group for in-field requested design changes. Coordinate with the interconnection utility regarding installation and start-up activities. Lead coordination with the appropriate local inspection authorities, ensuring at all times that required local, State and Federal construction permits and consents are obtained and maintained in good standing. Become familiar with all project engineering and design document and Project Procedure Manual. Conduct daily field inspections of the work in progress, log and remedy (if required) results of inspections and QC procedures. Plan and perform audits per electrical QA plan. Review all subcontractor QA plan & procedures to bring all plans into conformance with project requirements. Immediately report any safety deficiencies identified during field inspections to the Site Manager. While on-site, become completely familiar with the project plan, schedule, and plan of the day. Anticipate and avoid or minimize potential problems by maintaining current knowledge of overall project status and assist in resolution of differences or problems. Ensure documentation is complete for all areas of responsibility and provide updates as needed to input progress on the project plan.QUALIFICATIONS: Accredited university degree (electrical engineering preferred) or technical school diploma with applicable on job training. Strong knowledge of state, federal and insurance regulations as well as requirements that apply to major power and energy design and construction projects and perform project cost/benefits analyses. Familiarity with the National Electrical Code and National Electrical Safety Code. Excellent time management skills and ability and desire to mentor less experience team members. Exceptional organizational skills and ability and excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing. Experienced and strong understanding of engineering and design software packages. Possess exemplary standards of honor, safety, management, ethics, quality, and productivity. Ability to plan, coordinate and analyze situations and demonstrate efficiency in managing multi-disciplinary tasks. Experience with managing electrical subcontractors. Be familiar with the quality assurance requirements necessary in an electrical installation environment. Strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication and coordination skills. Autonomous: take initiative and organize work in an independent manner. Team management, team player, stress-resistant; frequent project related travel is expected About Aerotek:We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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