Field Support Engineer

Acciona • USA - RTH, TX

2d • $75,000 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

ACCIONA Energía is seeking a PV Field Support Engineer to provide hands-on technical support for solar and battery energy storage systems across its sites. Based at the Red Tailed Hawk PV Solar Farm in the greater Houston area, the role focuses on troubleshooting, system performance monitoring, and preventive maintenance to support the reliability and safety of renewable energy assets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related technical field from an ABET-accredited university.
• 3–5 years of experience in utility-scale PV operations.
• Strong proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of PV and BESS system components, SCADA platforms, and digital maintenance tools such as Maximo.
• OSHA 30 certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Commitment to rigorous safety and compliance standards.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Flexibility to travel to North Texas PV sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support troubleshooting of inverters, trackers, combiner boxes, and power stations in response to system faults or repeated equipment failures.
• Monitor performance data using SCADA and PI Vision, implement preventive maintenance tasks, and document work through Maximo or ETM.
• Perform root cause analysis for recurring issues, contribute to site inspections and thermographic scans, and validate SCADA sensors during commissioning.
• Train field technicians, coordinate warranties with OEMs, and enforce safety protocols through toolbox talks and incident response.
• Liaise with engineering, procurement, and external vendors to support retrofits, standards implementation, and component replacements.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay of $75,000–$95,000, based on experience, education, and skillset.
• 10% annual performance bonus based on individual performance and company metrics.
• Comprehensive benefits starting on Day 1, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents, an Employee Assistance Program, company HSA contributions, and FSA options.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and optional plans available after 90 days.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting after 90 days.
• 15 days of PTO, with one additional day per year of service, nine public holidays, and two flexible holidays.
• $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment.
• Career development and growth opportunities, technical, skills, and language training programs, and tuition reimbursement.
• Hybrid work schedule with three days in the office and two days working from home, plus early Fridays with a 3 p.m. cutoff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level