Solar Field Engineer

QE Solar • Los Angeles, CA

11d • $30 - $40 • Hybrid

About The Position

QE Solar is seeking a Solar Field Engineer who wants to build a long-term career in renewable energy through hands-on experience with commercial, industrial, and utility-scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This is not a traditional desk-based engineering position. Our Field Solar Engineers work directly with renewable energy assets, gaining exposure to the equipment, electrical infrastructure, controls, performance data, troubleshooting processes, and operational challenges that keep solar and energy storage facilities performing at their best. The Field Solar Engineer provides ongoing engineering and technical support for multiple renewable energy sites. Responsibilities include system diagnostics, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance support, performance optimization, technical assessments, commissioning support, equipment testing, documentation review, and resolution of complex field issues. You will work alongside experienced engineers, technical leaders, operations teams, project managers, OEMs, clients, and other renewable energy professionals while developing expertise across PV arrays, inverters, medium-voltage systems, BESS, DAS/SCADA, electrical systems, and renewable energy operations. For engineers who enjoy solving problems, being onsite, understanding how systems actually operate, and seeing the direct impact of their work, this role provides an opportunity to develop a broad renewable-energy skill set while building a career within QE Solar.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 0–3+ years of engineering, technical, field service, construction, project, or renewable-energy experience.
• Internship, co-op, military, laboratory, construction, field engineering, electrical, solar, or related hands-on technical experience.
• Experience or academic exposure to electrical and/or mechanical systems.
• Veterans and candidates with relevant military technical experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Successful candidates should possess or be interested in developing knowledge of: Solar photovoltaic systems, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Electrical power systems, Commercial and utility-scale renewable energy systems, Electrical troubleshooting, National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA safe-work practices, Electrical drawings and single-line diagrams, Mechanical and electrical systems, PV system performance and optimization, Data acquisition systems, SCADA and monitoring platforms, Preventative and corrective maintenance, Equipment commissioning, Site assessment and technical analysis.
• A strong interest in building a career in renewable energy
• Curiosity and a desire to understand how systems work
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities
• A hands-on approach to engineering
• Exceptional work ethic and personal accountability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Willingness to learn from experienced engineers and field professionals
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders
• Flexibility to support changing project and client priorities
• Candor, transparency, and professionalism
• Commitment to client, team, and organizational success
• Interest in taking on increasing levels of technical and leadership responsibility
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to meet QE Solar driving and insurance requirements.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required.
• Ability to successfully complete required background and motor vehicle screenings.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule when necessary to support outages, emergencies, commissioning activities, client requirements, or critical project needs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with 600V–1500V systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, OSHA, and NFPA 70E requirements is highly valued.
• Commercial & Industrial solar
• Utility-scale solar
• Battery Energy Storage Systems
• Solar O&M
• PV system commissioning
• Medium-voltage electrical systems
• Inverters
• Transformers
• Switchgear
• SCADA / DAS platforms
• Equipment performance analysis
• Thermography
• Networking and communications
• RS485
• Modbus
• TCP/IP
• Renewable-energy asset management
• NABCEP certification
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• NFPA 70E training
• CPR / First Aid
• Level I Thermography certification
• Inverter manufacturer certifications
• BESS manufacturer certifications
• Experience or certifications with manufacturers such as Sungrow, Power Electronics, Solectria, BYD, or similar renewable-energy equipment manufacturers are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale solar PV and BESS facilities.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and support the repair of system and equipment failures at operating renewable energy sites.
• Identify existing and potential conditions that may negatively impact system performance, reliability, safety, or availability.
• Develop and implement practical solutions to technical issues encountered by field teams.
• Support troubleshooting and maintenance of PV arrays, inverters, BESS equipment, medium-voltage systems, transformers, switchgear, monitoring systems, communications equipment, and associated balance-of-system components.
• Perform or support equipment testing, inspections, diagnostics, commissioning activities, preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and system restoration.
• Assist with complex technical escalations requiring engineering-level analysis.
• Provide remote troubleshooting and technical analysis through monitoring, DAS, SCADA, and other software platforms.
• Evaluate system performance and identify opportunities to improve production, reliability, and equipment availability.
• Review electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, construction documents, equipment specifications, commissioning records, O&M documentation, and technical reports.
• Evaluate construction, operational, maintenance, and equipment-related issues.
• Perform PV site assessments and support system optimization initiatives.
• Review project documentation to identify design, construction, operational, or compliance concerns.
• Prepare detailed service reports, technical findings, recommendations, and supporting documentation.
• Document emergency repairs, equipment modifications, equipment failures, and improvement investigations.
• Maintain accurate project and site documentation.
• Support the ongoing operation and maintenance of large-scale commercial, industrial, and utility solar PV systems.
• Support Battery Energy Storage Systems and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Participate in preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and operational activities.
• Assist with equipment warranty claims and coordinate technical matters with manufacturers and vendors.
• Work with OEMs to troubleshoot equipment issues and determine appropriate repair or replacement strategies.
• Support system commissioning, recommissioning, and performance restoration when required.
• Work closely with QE Solar teams across: Engineering, Field Operations, Operations & Maintenance, Asset Management, Project Management, Safety, Technical Services, Performance / Monitoring, Business and client-facing teams.
• Communicate with technical leads, project managers, clients, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, developers, site hosts, investors, and asset owners to support timely resolution of technical and operational matters.
• Participate in project meetings, technical discussions, training programs, safety orientations, and industry events as required.
• Maintain a safe, event-free work environment and comply with QE Solar, client, OSHA, NFPA, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Following Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Completing required Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Following electrical safe-work practices.
• Utilizing required PPE.
• Following applicable NFPA 70E requirements.
• Identifying and communicating unsafe conditions.
• Supporting corrective actions for safety or compliance concerns.
• Following all QE Solar and client safety policies, procedures, and work practices.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee premium on health benefits
• additional dependents at low costs and great plans for Health, Dental, Vision, FSA or HSA
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Discounted Life & Disability Insurance

What This Job Offers

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