Associate Solar Commissioning Engineer

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe. 

At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers.

Ameresco has an immediate opening for an Associate Commissioning Engineer to join Ameresco’s national commissioning team based out of Massachusetts. The primary focus of the position will be to provide commissioning services to the growing portfolio of Solar/BESS projects being developed and constructed by Ameresco.

Responsibilities:

• Provide commissioning engineering expertise across the design, construction, and startup phases of Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems, applying advanced engineering knowledge to evaluate system performance, resolve technical issues, and support successful project delivery.

• Evaluate and interpret system designs, including electrical plans and specifications, to determine commissioning requirements, system functionality, and compliance with engineering standards.

• Apply engineering judgment to develop, adapt, and refine commissioning procedures and inspection frameworks to meet project-specific conditions.

• Provide technical direction to Project Managers and project teams on commissioning strategy, sequencing, and execution to ensure alignment with design intent and performance objectives.

• Independently assess system performance by reviewing contractor test results, analyzing data, and determining system acceptability based on engineering standards and project requirements.

• Lead commissioning evaluations in the field, including oversight of inspections, system startups, and testing activities, ensuring systems operate in accordance with design specifications and operational expectations.

• Analyze system behavior and test results (including thermography, IV curve tracing, and electrical measurements) to identify deficiencies, diagnose issues, and determine root causes.

• Determine and recommend corrective actions by applying engineering principles and evaluating system risks, performance impacts, and compliance considerations.

• Review and approve corrective actions and system readiness, ensuring issues are resolved and systems meet operational and safety standards prior to project turnover.

• Synthesize technical findings into engineering conclusions, preparing commissioning reports that communicate system performance, risks, and recommended actions to internal stakeholders.

• Serve as a commissioning engineering resource in project meetings, providing technical insights, risk assessments, and recommendations that inform project decisions.

• Collaborate with Project Managers and subcontractors to ensure technical alignment and resolution of complex system and commissioning challenges.

• Apply engineering calculations and analytical methods to validate system performance and support engineering conclusions.

• Ability to travel as needed to support commissioning activities.

• Perform other duties as required, consistent with the level and scope of the role.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related technical discipline.

• Up to one (1) year of electrical engineering experience commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting electrical systems.

Additional Qualifications: 

• Working understanding of electrical systems and controls.

• OSHA 30 certification at time of application is required.

• NFPA 70e certification is required.

• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code.

• MS Office proficiency required with Adobe, Excel and Word.

• Strong verbal, written, computer communication and technical presentation skills.

• Duties will require physical activity, including accessing roofs, climbing ladders, and lifting and carrying of up to 60lbs of equipment.

• Air travel required, balance of roughly 50% office – 50 % field. On site at project locations 3-5 days for commissioning tasks.

• Valid Drivers’ License in good standing, issued by resident state required.

The anticipated base pay range for this role is $74,000 - $107,150 (presented in good faith). In addition to base pay, employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, and may be eligible for performance incentives, bonuses, commissions, or equity, depending on the role.

Actual pay will depend on factors such as internal equity, skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. This range supports our commitment to pay transparency and compliance with applicable laws. Compensation may vary by work location, including remote arrangements.

We disclose salary ranges and benefits in all required external and internal postings and will provide further details upon request at any stage of the hiring process. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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