Plant Manager - Jasper

QE Solar • Wheatfield, IN

23h

About The Position

The Plant Manager supervises ongoing field services for solar, battery energy storage (BESS), and other renewable energy systems to optimize equipment performance, troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues, support emergency repairs, and maintain ongoing operations and maintenance compliance. The role assists with and schedules routine site inspections, maintenance projects, equipment and system testing, and other compliance, troubleshooting, or restoration activities. Plant Managers also participate in field support, training, and safety orientations to develop technical expertise in areas such as PV arrays, inverters, medium voltage, and BESS.

The position manages internal and external field teams, schedules internal field personnel, and assists with contractual and regulatory compliance. It requires close coordination with company leadership, project leads and managers, clients, and subcontractors to resolve work activities. The role is performed primarily in field, construction, or industrial environments, including indoor and outdoor sites and varied weather conditions.

Requirements

• High school or technical school degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of technical experience as a Plant Manager or Field Engineer in power generation.
• Experience working with 600V–1500V systems.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, IEEE, and current NFPA 70E requirements.
• Proficiency with technology and computing programs or platforms.
• C&I or utility-scale solar/BESS work experience.
• Experience operating solar sites and/or handling project maintenance and compliance.
• Knowledge of power generation systems, preferably substations, PV, and BESS.
• Proficiency with SCADA/PPC.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of field work, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, lifting and carrying equipment up to 50 pounds or more, working at heights and in confined spaces, and working near energized equipment while following safety protocols.
• Ability to use tools, testing equipment, and technical devices precisely; read blueprints, schematics, and technical documents; wear required PPE; and communicate effectively in active work environments.

Nice To Haves

• Four-year applicable degree.
• Two or more years of specialist or technical experience with solar, BESS, or other renewable systems.
• Experience with Data Acquisition Systems (DAS).
• Inverter and/or BESS manufacturer certifications, such as SunGrow, Power Electronics, Solectria, or BYD.
• Level 1 thermography certification.
• IT/networking skills, including familiarity with RS485, Modbus, and TCP/IP.
• NABCEP PV Installer Certification.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Completion of NFPA 70E courses.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Veterans or candidates with military experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair failures at existing solar sites and identify and correct potential issues that could affect future site performance.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and perform preventative maintenance on solar, BESS, and other project equipment.
• Support field teams and clients with warranty matters involving equipment and systems, including use or replacement.
• Install, remove, troubleshoot, and maintain solar, BESS, and related electrical equipment.
• Manage internal and external field teams performing site work and maintain schedules for internal field personnel.
• Assist with contractual and regulatory compliance for the plant.
• Promote a safe, event-free work environment by adhering to company and client protocols, safety procedures, regulations, site-specific plans, manuals, and safe work practices, including lock-out/tag-out, JHA completion, and LDL testing.
• Prepare service tickets and reports for site visits, emergency repairs, equipment modifications, and equipment improvement investigations.
• Provide complete and timely written and oral communications.
• Coordinate with company leadership, project leads and managers, clients, and third-party subcontractors to ensure timely resolution of required activities.
• Participate in field support, training, and project safety orientations or classes.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee premium on health benefits, with additional dependents available at low cost.
• Health, dental, and vision plans.
• FSA or HSA.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Discounted life and disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED