Job Summary
Ensures that DTE Electric's solar assets are maximizing energy production and operating at design specifications. Mentors less experienced team members with operating and maintaining utility scale solar photovoltaic electric systems. This role involves both equipment and communication system monitoring, maintenance, and repair.
Key Accountabilities
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 stie 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.
Minimum Education & Experience 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.
Other Qualifications
Preferred:
Prefer Solar experience
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
Other Requirements:
Ability to travel to other locations
Must have valid driver's license
Ability to obtain FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification for drone operation
Working knowledge and experience operating under OSHA 1910.269, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E and 70B
Proficient reading technical specifications documents, site plans and electrical schematics
Knowledge in various photovoltaic technologies, control systems, field measuring devices, network hardware and electric metering
Comfortable working with up to 1,500VDC and 1,000VAC
Strong interpersonal, analytical, logical reasoning, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and set priorities
General computer proficiency
Keeping work vehicles, tools, and equipment in good working condition
Comfortable working outdoors in inclement weather
Must be able to push, pull and lift tools and equipment weighing up to 75 lbs
Additional Information
Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
DTE Energy is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.
