Commissioning Engineer – Solar PV / EPC Project

Commissioning Engineer – Solar PV / EPC Project

Location: North Macedonia / Overseas EPC Projects
Company: POWERCHINA Jiangxi Electric Power Construction Co., Ltd.
Employment Type: Contract-based

Project Type: Utility-Scale Solar PV EPC Project

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support utility-scale Solar PV EPC projects, responsible for testing, commissioning, energization, troubleshooting, and system handover activities.

The role will involve commissioning of Solar PV systems, inverters, MV/HV equipment, substations, protection systems, SCADA, and grid connection systems to ensure safe and successful project energization and operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for Solar PV EPC projects
• Perform testing and commissioning for:
• Solar PV systems
• Inverters
• Transformers
• MV/HV switchgear
• Protection relays
• SCADA systems
• Grid connection systems
• Conduct cold & hot commissioning activities
• Perform electrical testing including:
• Insulation resistance test
• Continuity test
• Functional test
• Relay testing
• Cable testing
• IV curve testing
• Coordinate energization activities with utility/grid authorities
• Troubleshoot electrical and communication faults during commissioning phase
• Review commissioning procedures, method statements, and test reports
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, IEC standards, and safety regulations
• Support system performance validation and plant handover
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, QA/QC, and client teams
• Prepare commissioning documentation, punch lists, and handover dossiers

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 5+ years of commissioning experience in:
• Solar PV
• Substation
• Power Plant
• EPC projects
• Experience with utility-scale Solar PV projects preferred
• Strong knowledge of:
• MV/HV systems
• Protection systems
• SCADA
• Grid synchronization
• Inverter systems
• Familiar with IEC standards and commissioning procedures
• Experience with substations and grid connection preferred
• Good troubleshooting and technical coordination skills
• Good English communication skills
• Overseas EPC project experience preferred

Preferred

• Solar PV + Substation commissioning experience
• Middle East / Africa / Balkan project experience
• Chinese EPC company experience preferred
• Immediate joiners preferred

Work Location: In person