Renewable Energy Commissioning Manager (onsite, remote option)

14433 - Renewable Energy Commissioning Manager (onsite, remote option) - Juno Beach, FL

Start Date: ASAP
Type: Temporary Project
Estimated Duration: 12+ months with possible extensions
Work Setting: 100% of the time at the Client's site. No telecommuting or remote work. This is a non-negotiable requirement from the client.
Only candidates able to relocate as required should apply to avoid removal from future consideration.

Our Client is hiring a BESS CX Manager - RCO (remote) - 19116Required:
• Experience with BESS;
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems installation and startup;
• Experience with the technical, performance, and integration of Li-Ion batteries as part of ESS;
• Experience with Commissioning process creation;
• Experience with DC systems (0-2,000Vdc) and AC systems (480V-34.5kV);

Preferred:
• Engineering or professional electrical experience in power systems construction and startup with min 100MW-hr or 5 EA energy storage systems and commissioning;
• Experience with SCADA;

Responsibilities:
• Participates in safety program and audits
• Support PPA Testing with Customer
• Support GIA Testing with TO
• Support ISO testing
• Manage test energy forecast with the customer
• Support ICCP IT SCADA Team and SCADA PM/Lead with functional checks
• Work with SCADA Integrator and Execution Commissioning Project manager to develop a Commissioning schedule based on Mechanical completion

Our Client is hiring a Commissioning Manager -Commissioning Operations Solar (remote) - 19115Required:
• Experience involving utility solar power systems (5+ years);
• Experience in utility-scale photovoltaic construction and commissioning;
with utility-scale photovoltaic components (PV modules, combiners, inverters, transformers, met stations, substations);

Preferred:
• Experience working with electrical grid participants such as Transmission Operators, Independent System Operators, and Balancing Authorities (1-3 years);
• Professional or graduate-level academic experience in utility PV systems
• Experience with SCADA systems of industrial plants/processes;

Responsibilities:
• Prepare projects for PPA, GIA, and ISO testing
• Manage test energy forecasts and AVR/AGC notifications with customers, the control center, and relevant external parties
• Support IT & SCADA Teams with functional checks
• Develop a commissioning schedule based on mechanical completion with SCADA Integrator and Execution Commissioning Project Manager
• Verify SCADA HMI functionality and accuracy with SCADA Integrator and Commissioning Manager
• Support CEWIS Critical Point Checkout with ROCC alarm checks/PGD
• Review performance data for deficiencies

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Commissioning Manager, Substations/BESS (remote) - 18937
Remote. US Travel and stay at project locations for duration of Cx. Travel up to 75%. Other work is remote in supporting teams in remote SCADA monitoring and Commissioning portfolio management.

Required :
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems installation and startup
• Experience with technical, performance, and integration of Li-Ion batteries as part of ESS
• Experience with commissioning process creation
• Experience with substation testing and startup
• Experience with protection and controls implementation and troubleshooting
• Experience with containerized systems, skids, controllers/SCADA, transformers and combiners
• Experience with quality control inspections and punch-list management
• Experience with DC systems (0-2,000Vdc) and AC systems (480V-34.5kV)
• Experience troubleshooting programmable logic controllers (PLC) and industrial electronic equipment (protection relays, inverters, BMS, etc.)
• Experience with control and SCADA systems and troubleshooting
• Experience with MS word, Excel and MS PowerPoint
• Experience with schedule and planning
• Experience with Electrical Code, means and methods

Preferred:
• Experience in power systems commissioning with min 100MW-hr or 5 EA energy storage systems and commissioning
• Experience with BESS
• Experience with SCADA

Responsibilities :
• Oversee EPC and OEM commissioning activities including installation quality, compliance with procedures, system walkdowns, mechanical completion, and punchlist management.
• Lead energization and testing phases by creating energization plans, managing preenergization activities, and directing substation testing, metering testing, and full system startup.
• Manage ISO/GIA/PPA performance testing by interpreting contractual requirements, developing complete testing plans, and coordinating all internal and external stakeholders for test execution.
• Serve as the Owner's onsite representative, ensuring safety, quality control, schedule adherence, and accurate reporting across all commissioning and turnover activities.
• Troubleshoot commissioning anomalies as the primary SME, including issues related to BESS, SCADA, protection & controls, PLCs, relays, inverters, and BMS systems.
• Report progress to senior leadership through daily/weekly/monthly updates, KPIs, recovery plans, and documentation required for project closeout.
• Coordinate crossfunctional alignment with Engineering, Business Management, and Commissioning teams to ensure all technical, contractual, and performance deliverables are met.
• Must be able to see color for wiring identification, stand for prolonged periods with occasional kneeling or bending, walk safely across uneven terrain and varying weather conditions, operate a motor vehicle between work locations.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds at a time.

Why apply?
• Gain experience with one of the world's largest solar and wind energy providers, which last year briefly became the most valued U.S. energy company;
• Work with a great team of professionals and learn newest technologies and approaches;
• Enjoy our Client's wonderful campus with top-notch facilities for work and recreation;
• Benefit from multiple projects extensions;
• Receive support and advice from Vitaver consultants who are already working at our Client's site;
• Get extra cash by participating in Vitaver Successful Completion Bonus Program;
• Always get paid in full and on time.

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