Solar Quality Assurance/Quality Control

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The Solar QAQC (Quality Assurance/Quality Control) Technician is responsible for ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of solar energy projects during the development, design, construction, installation, commissioning, closeout, and maintenance phases. This role involves design review, inspections, testing, customer walkthroughs, and long-term performance checks to verify that work meets industry standards, company specifications, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Design Phase QAQC

• Review preliminary and final design drawings for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with codes and standards.
  • Verify equipment specifications, datasheets, and vendor submittals against project requirements.
  • Ensure quality standards are incorporated into engineering deliverables and project documentation.
  • Conduct document control checks, ensuring design revisions are properly reviewed and approved.
  • Provide feedback to engineering teams on potential quality or compliance risks during the design phase.
  • Support the development team with technical QAQC input during permitting and regulatory review processes.

Construction & Installation QAQC

• Perform inspections of solar installations, including mechanical, structural, and electrical components.
  • Verify compliance with engineering drawings, technical specifications, and project requirements.
  • Ensure adherence to safety codes, NEC (National Electrical Code), and local regulations.
  • Monitor workmanship quality and identify corrective actions where necessary.

Testing & Commissioning QAQC

• Conduct functional testing of solar PV systems, including string testing, insulation resistance, IV curve tracing, and inverter startup.
  • Verify performance metrics align with manufacturer and project standards.
  • Document deficiencies and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Customer Walkthrough & Closeout

• Lead project closeout inspections and create punch lists for outstanding items.
  • Conduct customer walkthroughs to review system performance, workmanship, and warranty standards.
  • Provide system orientation to the customer, explaining equipment, monitoring platforms, and O&M procedures.
  • Ensure final QAQC documentation package (as-builts, test results, warranty information, and inspection reports) is complete and delivered.
  • Confirm that all corrective actions and punch list items are resolved before project handover.
  • Support final customer acceptance and sign-off on project completion.

Annual Maintenance & Ongoing QAQC

• Perform annual system inspections, ensuring PV modules, racking, inverters, and electrical connections remain in good condition.
  • Conduct performance testing, including IV curve tracing and system monitoring checks, to validate system efficiency.
  • Identify preventive maintenance needs and corrective actions to maintain long-term reliability.
  • Document findings and provide maintenance reports to customers.
  • Coordinate with service teams to address warranty claims, repairs, or system upgrades.
  • Maintain customer relationships by providing technical support and ensuring continued satisfaction.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate inspection, testing, and maintenance reports with photographic evidence.
  • Compile QAQC documentation for client handover, compliance audits, and long-term service records.
  • Support commissioning and project management teams with ongoing QAQC updates.

Collaboration

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, installers, and subcontractors to resolve quality issues.
  • Provide feedback and training to design, field, and service teams on QAQC best practices.
  • Communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders regarding system quality, performance, and maintenance needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, renewable energy, or related field preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience in solar PV design review, installation, inspection, quality assurance, or maintenance.
  • Knowledge of solar PV systems, components, and applicable codes (NEC, OSHA, IEC).
  • Familiarity with testing tools such as multimeters, insulation testers, thermal imaging cameras, and IV curve tracers.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify design, workmanship, and long-term reliability issues.
  • Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
  • NABCEP certification or equivalent is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of design-phase, construction, commissioning, closeout, and O&M QAQC processes.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in using inspection and testing equipment.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and long-term customer satisfaction.

Work Environment

• Combination of office-based design review, field-based construction inspection, customer walkthroughs, and annual O&M visits.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, electrical systems, and construction environments.
• Requires PPE compliance and adherence to safety protocols

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