HV Superintendent

SOLV EnergySan Diego, CA, US

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High Voltage Superintendent

SOLV Energy is an engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and solar services provider for utility solar, high voltage substation and energy storage markets across North America.

The HV Superintendent is responsible for overseeing HV construction resulting in safe and successful project execution.

Position Responsibilities and Duties :

Lead and manage all phases of high voltage substation construction projects, including greenfield builds, brownfield upgrades, and maintenance efforts.
Ensure compliance with project plans, schedules, budgets, and substation-specific performance metrics.
Serve as the primary point of contact for field execution of substation scopescoordinating with engineering, procurement, utilities, and subcontractors.
Supervise site crews during installation of substation components including transformers, breakers, control buildings, protection and control systems, buswork, grounding grids, and SCADA systems.
Oversee quality assurance / quality control (QA / QC) activities to ensure substation installations meet applicable standards, drawings, and specifications.
Conduct detailed site inspections and ensure conformance with NESC, IEEE, and utility standards.
Promote and enforce a culture of safety, ensuring adherence to SOLV's safety protocols, OSHA regulations, and NFPA 70E compliance for energized substation environments.
Mentor and develop assistant superintendents, foremen, and craft-level personnel in substation operations, safety procedures, and technical best practices.
Manage subcontractor performance and material logistics for critical substation equipment delivery and installation.
Maintain documentation, redlines, and commissioning readiness in coordination with engineering and startup teams.
Ensure environmental and regulatory compliance specific to substation construction and operations.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements :

57 years of direct experience in substation construction, commissioning, or maintenance (69kV500kV preferred)

Licensed Journeyman Electrician or equivalent preferred

Strong working knowledge of utility-grade substation equipment and protection / control systems

Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (e.g., IEEE, NESC, NFPA 70E)

OSHA 30 certification required; First Aid / CPR required

Proven experience leading substation crews and managing high-risk energized environments

Ability to travel and work on active substation sites in various regions

Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions :

Frequent standing, walking, lifting (50+ lbs), bending, climbing, and exposure to outdoor environments

Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated structures, and around high-voltage equipment

Tolerance for weather extremes and construction-related physical conditions

Visual and auditory acuity required for safety-critical activities

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range : $107,757.00 - $140,084.00

Pay Rate Type : Salary

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