Electrical Designer - Qcells

Irvine, CA 92618

About the Job

Description

Title: Electrical Designer
Department:Engineering Center
Location:Hybrid
Supervisor:Manager of Electrical Engineering
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status:Permanent, Full-time

Work Status (Remote/Hybrid/In-Office):Hybrid

Electrical Designer

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and BESS projects nationwide. Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.

Qcells USA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Module, Development, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures that Qcells USA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply chain in the U.S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.

As an integral part of the global Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomerates in South Korea.

SUMMARY

The Electrical Designer will provide engineering support to the Engineering Center and is responsible forassisting in all stages of project design. This position reports to the Manager of Electrical Engineering, or another management personnel that the Vice President of Engineering may designate. This position is located remotely and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm local time (PST). This position is expected to travel up to 30%.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

Design and develop detailed electrical systems and plans for BESS and PV systems,including equipment layouts, single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, conduit and cablesizing/routing, grounding design, trench section drawings, general arrangement, andselection of major components.
Prepare initial and advanced design concepts during the proposal stage of projects withminimal information or guidance.
Prepare drawings for civil, and structural elements of PV design as needed.
Prepare various reports and documents such as bill of materials, basis of design, andstudies as needed.
Plays a key role in the development of CAD standards, considering the needs of both engineering and design departments
Efficiently simplify project tasks within their discipline, enhancing productivity
Play a significant role in the Quality Assurance/Quality Control process, proactively takingownership of project and task quality.
Sustain excellent relationships with clients on behalf of the company
Uphold high standards of professionalism and ethics within the organization
Commit to continuous learning to stay updated with current issues
Participate in safety training sessions and adheres to safety rules and guidelines.
Work in a teamtodevelop and improvethesystemstandards
Assistwithtechnicaltrainingforteammembers and newemployees
Build a qualitycultureofcontinuousimprovementthatenhancescompanyefficiency and engineeringquality
Drive a safetyculturethatembracesboth a “Responsibilitytoact” and “Show byExample” approach;
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

An associateorbachelor’sdegree in engineeringorrelatedfield.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of engineering design experience in the solar industry or power industry
Relevant workexperience in theelectrical design of BESS and PV power plants.
Proficiencywith AutoCAD isrequired
Must have excellent technical communication abilities, including reading technical literature andengineering plans
Strong in Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge ofthe National Electric Code
Excellentwritten and verbal communicationskills
Strong command of English language both written and spoken
Assertive, able to cope with pressure, a team player
Candidatesmustcurrentlyhavetheauthorizationtoworkfull-time in the United States.

SALARY RANGE FOR POSITION

The anticipated starting pay range of this position, which is to be located in Irvine, CA is $85,000 - $100,000 base salary per year.

The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stationary Position: frequentlyremains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
Hearing and Speech:frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
Travel: upto30% asneeded

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Regular professional, officebusinesssetting
Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting)
Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite)

Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

It is important to note that the job descriptions provided by Qcells USA Corp are not intended to be comprehensive lists of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the positions. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice, reflecting our dynamic and evolving work environment.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Hanwha Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at hr-usa@qcells.com.

Nothing in this statement shall imply implicitly or explicitly a guarantee of employment outside our at-will employment opportunity.

Source : Qcells