Sr. Field Quality Technician
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Melink Solar is a leading commercial solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) company specializing in designing and building solar arrays. We are seeking a highly skilled and autonomous
Senior Field Service Technician to take a lead role in Quality Assurance and Control and assist in the operation, maintenance, and performance optimization of our C&I and DG portfolio. As the on-site technical expert, you will be responsible for conducting detailed QAQC inspections and when necessary, advanced troubleshooting, commissioning support, and ensuring the highest levels of safety. You will be a key representative of Melink Solar, interfacing directly with clients, subcontractors, and asset managers to guarantee the long-term success of our projects.
- Conduct field inspections and audits to verify compliance with engineering designs, specifications, and safety standards.
- Provide feedback on QAQC checklists and protocols for installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities.
- Document and report non-conformances, and collaborate with project teams to implement corrective actions
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying recuring issues and recommending process enhancements.
- Ensure all work meets NEC, IEEE, ANSI, Melink quality standards and tech specs, along with our customers.
- Assist in training field staff and subcontracts on QAQC procedures and expectations.
- Support Engineering and Project Execution teams in reviewing vendor documentation such as drawings and test reports.
- Support system commissioning and Site Acceptance Testing.
- Lead and perform advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair on DC systems (up to 1500V) and low/medium/high voltage AC power systems.
- Execute preventive and corrective maintenance on all major plant assets, including inverters, trackers, transformers, switch gear, and SCADA systems.
- Identify, document, and resolve equipment failures and system underperformance issues using advanced diagnostic tools (IV curve tracers, thermal cameras, power quality analyzers, etc.).
- Support retrofit/upgrade projects on existing systems post.
- Work directly with OEMs to troubleshoot and maintain system operation.
- Maintain onsite and remote communication networks. Troubleshoot networking issues on fiber, ethernet, modbus, rs485, etc.
- Perform Root Cause Analysis of failures and develop corrective action plans.
- Serve as the primary on-site point of contact, professionally representing Melink Solar to clients, asset owners, equipment manufacturers, and subcontractors.
- Preset, support, and lead by example with a safety-first and quality-oriented culture on every job site.
- Mentor and guide other technicians or subcontractors as needed.(This is a key "senior" duty)
- Diligently utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document all work, manage work orders, and track asset history.
- Support ordering, inventory, and logistics of spare parts for assigned sites.
- Support tracking costs and provide data to support financial reporting.
- Champion a culture of safety, ensuring all work is performed in strict accordance with Melink Solar policy, OSHA, and NFPA 70E standards.
- Fill out Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) before work begins.
- Follow Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures for all electrical and mechanical work.
Skills & Qualifications Technical Skills & Knowledge
- 4+ years of hands-on experience in the troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of Commercial & Industrial (C&I) or Utility-Scale solar PV systems is required. Experience indirectly related will still be evaluated.
- In-depth understanding of electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and construction drawings.
- Advanced understanding and troubleshooting capability for SCADA, DAS, and plant communication systems.
- Proficiency with advanced electrical testing equipment (e.g., megohmmeters, IV Curve Tracers, thermal cameras, oscilloscopes).
- Familiarity with ANSI/NETA/MTS testing procedures.
- Experience with commissioning and maintenance of battery storage systems (BESS) and their associated management systems (BMS).
- Experience conducting QAQC inspections and audits in solar or electrical construction environments.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards and quality management systems
- Ability to interpret and enforce quality specifications and standards
- Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to create detailed reports and interact professionally with all stakeholders.
- Strong analytical skills with a detail-oriented approach to quality and compliance.
- Ability to communicate quality issues effectively and diplomatically with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions and solve complex problems under…
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