Senior Solar Tech

DTE Energy • Breckenridge, MI

115d

About The Position

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer's homes and Michigan's progress for more than a century. And as Michigan's largest source of renewable energy, we're creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We're also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states. But we're more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you'll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences and values everyone's health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED and 7 years of experience in the overall aspects of design engineering, construction, start-up/commissioning, and/or subsequent O&M of renewable energy projects.

Nice To Haves

• Associate Degree in Electrical-related field
• Technical certificate in energy or related discipline
• Solar Service Technician Certification
• North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Certification
• Knowledge of plant level controls and low voltage equipment
• Knowledge of electrical safety procedures

Responsibilities

• Assists in reviewing solar plant designs, with both new sites and modifications to existing assets.
• Provides quality control and supervisory support on future construction of solar plants.
• Recommends enhancements and implements improvements to increase plant output.
• Responsible for program oversight of periodic aerial inspections; including retainment of applicable licensing.
• Lead periodic testing and troubleshooting for battery energy storage systems.
• Performs remote diagnostic checks and equipment resets as needed.
• Lead planning and execution of facility tours with stakeholders and community members.
• Creating and revising standard work instructions.
• Operating aerial drone equipment for periodic site inspections and troubleshooting.
• Lead or direct emergency response activities, as well as working scheduled on-call shifts.
• Conducts planned maintenance activities, as well as responds to emergent issues.
• Provides on-the-job training to less experienced field staff.
• Documents daily jobs in work management system.
• Prioritizes safety daily, in addition to leading site safety meetings, analyzing job hazards, and providing prompt resolution.
• Performs industry related research and benchmarking and share best practice recommendations.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees