BESS Quality Technician
Are you ready to join a fast-paced, innovative team making a real impact in the renewable energy industry? Join Shoals Technologies Group (NASDAQ: SHLS), a leading provider of electrical balance of systems (EBOS) solutions for solar and energy storage. Headquartered just north of Nashville, Tennessee, we have been driving industry innovation since 1996 by delivering cutting-edge technologies that improve efficiency, safety, and reliability for solar systems worldwide. With over 60 GW of solar systems deployed globally, we’re setting the standard for the renewable energy industry.
We are a collection of engineers, renewable advocates, curious minds, and collaborators. Our manufacturing facilities in Tennessee and Alabama, along with sales teams across Spain and Australia, enable us to power clean energy solutions across Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. We push boundaries and challenge each other to design, develop, and deliver solutions with the potential to change the world. We are the rebellious hero.
Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented BESS Quality Technician responsible for performing advanced quality control and assurance activities to ensure the quality, safety, and reliability of our Battery Energy Storage Systems before shipment and deployment. This role focuses on inspecting, testing, and documenting BESS units throughout the manufacturing and FAT process.
Responsibilities:
- Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of BESS units and components (mechanical, electrical, and software aspects).
- Conduct ground bonding, insulation resistance, and high-potential (hi-pot) tests on BESS units.
- Verify AC and DC power distribution, wiring continuity, and functional performance of devices, contactors, disconnects, and protection loops.
- Execute system-level power flow and functional verification testing.
- Record and analyze test results to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
- Identify and document nonconformances, deviations, and defects during inspections.
- Work with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues.
- Ensure all test equipment is calibrated and suitable for the required measurements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and feedback loops to improve product quality and test procedures.
- Maintain detailed inspection records, test data, and quality reports.
- Verify adherence to internal quality procedures, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with audits and certifications related to BESS quality and safety.
- Coordinate with design, production, and field service teams to address quality issues.
- Provide input on test plans, checklists, and procedures for future builds.
- Train or support other technicians on quality test practices as needed.
Requirements:
- Preferred associate degree or technical diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Technical education required
- 2+ years of experience in quality control, electrical testing, or assembly of power systems, BESS, or similar high-voltage equipment is desirable.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience of electrical testing experience are required (ground bonding, insulation, hi-pot, continuity, power verification).
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience of interpreting engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics and test procedures are required.
- Familiarity with standards such as UL 1741, UL 1973, UL508, IEC 62933, or similar is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential.
- Comfortable working around high-voltage systems with appropriate safety practices.
Skills & Competencies:
- Understanding of electrical testing principles and quality assurance processes.
- Hands-on experience with instrumentation, electrical test equipment, and data logging systems.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and specifications.
- Panel Board and wire harness testing.
- Proficient in MS Office and basic data analysis software (Excel, etc.).
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and written/verbal communication.
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