Bryan Melendrez
Signal Energy Contractors
Somerton,AZ
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Mechanical, QA/QC & Remediation Foreman with 8+ years of experience in utility-scale solar construction specializing in NEXTracker and ATI Array Technologies tracker systems. Extensive experience leading mechanical installation, quality control, structural remediation, and electrical grounding operations on large-scale solar projects. Skilled in interpreting construction sets and engineering drawings, identifying torque tube deflection, verifying installation tolerances, conducting torque verification, maintaining QA documentation, and coordinating Requests for Information (RFIs) with engineering teams. Proven ability to lead crews of up to 50 personnel while maintaining strict safety, production, and quality standards.
Work History
Mechanical / QA-QC & Remediation Foreman
3 Years 3 Months- Lead crews in installation, QA/QC inspection, alignment, remediation, and electrical grounding support for solar tracker systems.
- Perform BHA alignment ensuring proper slope, elevation, and row-to-row consistency.
- Read and interpret construction sets and engineering drawings to maintain installation accuracy and reduce remediation.
- Verify N/S and E/W pile plumb and ensure layout accuracy using 300-foot tape measurements and field layout references.
- Install and inspect mod rails, dampers, torque tubes per manufacturer specifications.
- Oversee installation of Huck fasteners using BV-17 tools ensuring proper swage and integrity.
- Utilize Makita torque tools for NEXTracker systems and verify all torque specifications.
- Maintain torque logs and QA documentation for ATI and NEXTracker systems.
- Assist with inverter grounding, junction box grounding, and electrical QA/QC inspections.
- Inspect DC and AC messenger cable installations ensuring compliance with engineering and material specifications.
- Identify and correct high/low piles, alignment issues, structural inconsistencies, and installation deficiencies.
- Generate punch lists and oversee remediation including re-alignment and re-torquing.
- Coordinate with survey and engineering teams to meet design tolerances.
- Train crews on installation methods, safety procedures, grounding procedures, and tool usage.
QC Inspector & Remediation
3 Months- Inspected ATI tracker systems focusing on alignment, slope consistency, and torque integrity.
- Read construction sets and engineering drawings to verify installation accuracy and maintain quality standards.
- Performed N/S and E/W pile plumb verification and checked field layout accuracy.
- Conducted torque verification and maintained detailed QA logs.
- Developed remediation plans for structural and installation deficiencies.
- Worked alongside field crews and engineering teams to minimize installation errors and rework.
Electrical Grounding Technician / Solar Installer
6 Months- Performed ground ring terminal installations for inverter systems.
- Installed messenger cable grounding, plug-and-play grounding, LBD grounding, and junction box grounding.
- Utilized hydraulic crimping tools and grounding equipment to complete electrical terminations.
- Experienced in identifying and selecting the correct die sets based on wire AWG sizing requirements.
- Verified grounding integrity and ensured installations met project specifications and safety standards.
- Assisted crews with electrical grounding layouts and field installations for utility-scale solar systems.
Pile Remediation Foreman / Mechanical Install Foreman
5 Months- Managed pile remediation correcting elevation, slope, and alignment deviations.
- Verified pile positioning, N/S and E/W plumb, and overall layout tolerances.
- Used 300-foot tape measurements to ensure proper pile spacing and field accuracy.
- Read and interpreted construction plans to ensure proper layout and installation tolerances.
- Verified installation of mod rails, dampers, and Huck fasteners.
- Performed torque verification and maintained logs for QA compliance.
- Coordinated with survey teams to ensure alignment accuracy and reduce remediation.
QA/QC Inspector
6 Months- Verified alignment, BHA positioning, and torque compliance.
- Reviewed construction sets and installation drawings for QA/QC verification.
- Performed pile plumb verification and ensured layout matched engineering tolerances.
- Conducted torque audits and documented installation defects.
- Performed quality inspections on inverter systems and LBD boxes.
- Inspected DC and AC messenger cable installations ensuring compliance with project standards.
- Verified torque specifications, material qualifications, and standard material specifications for QA/QC compliance.
- Assisted crews in maintaining quality standards to prevent corrective rework.
QC Inspector
3 Months- Inspected mechanical structures and documented issues.
- Read construction documentation and verified installation quality.
- Assisted with pile alignment checks and field measurements.
- Maintained safety and QA documentation.
- Supported remediation efforts and ensured compliance with project specifications.
Education
Diploma
Certification
OSHA 10 Certified – Issued 2019-06-25
Timeline
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