Commissioning Program Engineer

Posting Title: Commissioning Program EngineerReports To: Senior Project ManagerLocation: REMOTE- to report to corporate offices and jobsites as needed San Jose, California | Roseville, California | Urbandale, Iowa                         Salary Range: $65,000 to $90,000  Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. WHO WE AREFor nearly 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we’ve built a reputation for integrity. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we always—always—do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything. THE ENERGY TEAMOur Energy Group at CEI builds projects from the field to the grid. Whether it’s a solar, battery storage, substation, EV charging, microgrid or converter station project, our skilled project managers, engineers, and field employees deliver when it matters most. We work with customers on programs of all sizes—those spanning several smaller sites or spanning several thousand acres.  Besides building some of the nation’s largest utility-scale solar plants and installing more EV charging stations in California than any other contractor, we are dedicated to running a business that is environmentally responsible.ABOUT THE ROLEWe are seeking a highly qualified Commissioning Program Engineer to become part of a collaborative team, in our Renewables Group. You will have the challenge of working on multiple Utility Scale Photovoltaic (PV) and Battery Storage (BESS) projects throughout North America.  This position is within the program management department but is considered a technical position. Applicants with experience in and understanding of the electrical contracting industry are preferred.This individual will work closely CEI Project Team(s), Engineers of Record and 3rd party subcontractors to ensure the project commission documentation is completed and transmitted in an effective and efficient manner. 

• Background in PV and energy storage systems.
• Knowledgeable in the material suppliers and subcontractors within the PV and energy storage industry including high voltage and grid interconnection.
• Ability to read and understand all disciplines of construction plans associated with PV systems, energy storage systems and substations
• Familiarity with project lifecycle and contract structures for solar, storage and high voltage projects.
• Act as the subject matter expert for industry best practices, regulations, compliance, and standards around applicable IEC and IEEE standards and Power Plant Controls (PPC)/ SCADA, racking and foundations, electrical Balance of System, inverters.  (AC and DC portion of projects)
• Develop technical 3rd party subcontract SOW documents and RFP’s, review associated proposals from a technical perspective and participate in subcontractor selection.
•  Ensure compliance with Automatic Dispatch System (ADS) and Automatic Generation Controls (AGC) requirements.
• Lead and facilitate technical discussions with Utility Scale Developers and Subcontractors, generate meeting minutes and maintain action lists with respect to commissioning.
• Lead problem solving activities using formal processes to investigate and determine root cause
• Monitor construction and commissioning activities in conjunction with the onsite Foreman and Area Superintendent to ensure that engineering and commissioning support has been planned in accordance with the project schedule.
• Represent CEI in discussions with clients regarding commissioning and plant performance  
• Oversee varies specialty subcontractors to ensure their adherence to contractual obligations
• Review and comment on technical test procedures, construction and commissioning schedules, drawing packages.  Ensure compliance to these documents by various