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Field Technician

Job Title
Field Technician
Location
Los Angeles,  CA 90015
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Description

Location: Travelling (Main Office in Los Angeles)

As a Field Technician in our Energy Storage Systems team you will work closely with our Energy Storage Project Management teams located in Los Angeles and China headquarters. You will carry out and support on-site maintenance and commissioning activities for BYD’s energy storage systems nationally. This is an on-the-go position that will require frequent travel to project sites to address system issues as they arise. The position requires a technically minded individual with a knack for problem solving and ability to work safely and effectively with electrical equipment.

Travel Requirements: Up to 100%

Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues on-site.
  • Repair and replace electrical equipment and other hardware as needed.
  • Perform software and firmware updates.
  • Manage spare parts inventories and ensure proper stocking.
  • Document field maintenance activities.
  • Engage and manage subcontractors as necessary.
  • Communicate and work closely with the R&D department in China to provide resolutions on technical issue.
  • Document field maintenance activities and provide daily updates to the project management team.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar is required. Master's degree is preferred.
  • 2 years of Renewable Energy/Energy Storage experience (Preferred)
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams, including single lines.
  • Experience working with up to 1000V DC (480V AC) electrical systems.
  • Experience with HVAC and (FM200) fire suppression systems a plus.
  • Experience with SCADA and communications systems and familiarity with BMS communication protocols, i.e. Modbus TCP, CANbus.
  • OSHA 10 is required, OSHA 30 preferred.
  • Professional proficiency in both English and Mandarin is mandatory.

Note:

  • This position will require an annual 2-4 week training program at BYD headquarters in Shenzhen, China.
  • Flexibility in work hours required.

BYD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

There is no work visa sponsorship available with this role.

Job Type: Full-time