System Performance Validation Specialist

Job Summary

The System Performance Validation Specialist will support the Engineering team in the development and implementation of the campus energy micro-grid system. This role assists with solar installation oversight, energy monitoring and billing systems, cybersecurity, system testing, and other energy-related projects to help ensure efficient and reliable system performance.

Primary Responsibilities

System Installation and Maintenance

• Assist the Engineering team with the development and implementation of the campus energy micro-grid system.
• Support monitoring and coordination during solar facility construction and installation phases.
• Help develop and maintain energy monitoring systems for energy usage tracking and billing.
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting related to campus energy systems.
• Support cybersecurity efforts related to energy management and monitoring systems.
• Collaborate with Facilities Management staff, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Participate in system testing, troubleshooting, validation, and documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of system settings, wiring diagrams, maintenance activities, and project documentation for reference and compliance.
• Assist with device networking and system integration.
• Support dashboard creation and performance reporting tools.
• Assist with electrical system control logic development and testing.
• Coordinate with vendors, including Siemens and Goodcurrent, in preparation for system installation.
• Support ongoing improvements to system efficiency, reliability, and performance monitoring.
  
  
  
  

Other Duties

• Perform data collection, analysis, and reporting related to energy system performance
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to plan and execute work.
• Collaborate and communicate clearly with engineers, supervisors, technicians, contractors, and campus personnel to ensure efficient facility operations and maintenance support.
• Follow OSHA safety standards, building codes, and university policies.

Minimum Qualification and Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years experience in solar design, install, or quality assurance.
• NABCEP or other solar certifications preferred.

Skills

• Strong problem solving skills with a keen understanding of developing solutions required.
• Clear understanding of the solar energy process.
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC) standards and local building codes as they relate to solar installations.
• Understanding of utility-specific requirements for meter sets, labeling, and rapid shutdown systems.
• Ability to multitask, and adjust quickly to new processes required.
• Strong ability to collaborate with peers and others to ensure work is completed.
• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and continuous learning.

Physical Demands

Work performed outdoors or in uncomfortable, hazardous, or unpleasant circumstances.

Approximate starting hourly rate: $16.00 - $17.00. The wage offered could be above or below range based on education and experience as it relates to the job description.

As an educational institution affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU–Hawaii prefers to hire qualified members of the Church in good standing, as authorized under 41 C.F.R. § 60-1.5 (a)(6). To be eligible for employment, applicants who are members of the Church must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend and receive a clearance from the Church’s Ecclesiastical Clearance Office. Job applicants must be able to meet these conditions to advance through the hiring process successfully. An expired temple recommend will prevent consideration for hire.