Senior Civil Engineer - Qcells

Description

Title:Senior Civil Engineer
Department:Engineering Center
Location:Hybrid
Supervisor:Manager of Civil/Structural Engineering
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status:Permanent,Full-Time

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

SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER

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

This Sr. Civil Engineer position will provide engineering support to the EPC team and is responsible forassisting in all stages of project design. This position reports to the Director of Engineering, or another management personnel that the Vice President of Engineering may designate. Working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm local time. This position is expected to travel up to 30%.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES
 

• Manage all stagesofprojectcivil and structural design, includingconceptual and advancedsystem design, observingregulatorycodes, customerrequirements, sitevisits, permitting and technical support duringconstructionphase;
• Design and optimizecivilengineeringfromconceptualto IFCforutilityscale PV plants such as internal roadsystems, 3D modelingforgradingworks, drainagesystems, erosioncontrolconcepts,hydrologyreviews,etc.;
• Review technical documentation such as site studies, reports, permits, etc. as related to design, cost, or schedule impact
• Lead theteam in developingbestpracticesforthecivil and structuralengineeringprocessofutilityscale PV plants;
• Manage and coordinate external resources such asstructural and civilengineeringconsultants, geotechnical and topographicsurveyors;
• Develop and review projectschedules, costestimation, billofmaterials, budgets, scopesofwork, standards and quotesfromsuppliers and civil sub-contractors;
• Create, deliver, and maintaindrawingpackages and projectdocumentation;
• Assist with technical training to other team members and new employees
• Collaborate with team members when necessary to ensure effective communication and results
• Prepare technical documents for bid packages for subcontractors including design specifications and scope of work
• Work in a team to develop and improve the system standards;
• Assist with technical training for team members and new employees;
• Build a quality culture of continuous improvement that enhances company efficiency and engineering quality;
• Drive a safety culture that embraces both a “Responsibility to act” and “Show by Example”  approach;
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
 

•          Bachelor’s Degree orhigher in Civil or Structural Engineering, oranotherrelatedscience

•          Minimum of 5 years of professional engineering experience in the renewable industries (specific to solar, energy storage solutions, others.)

•          Willingnesstotravel, upto30% ofthe time

•          Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D and LPILE (orequivalent)

•          Assertive, abletocopewithpressure, a teamplayer

•          Previousexperiencemanagingprojectsfrom initial design toinstallation and execution, preferred

•          Experience in permittingprocesseswithlocalauthoritieshavingjurisdiction,preferred.

•          Ability toproject manage multiple efforts

•          Excellentwritten and verbal communication and organizationskills

•          Preferred: Professional Engineering License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stationary Position: frequentlyremainsstationaryupto 90% ofthe time and sittingupto 8 hours in a day
• Move/Traverse: infrequentlybend, stand, stoop and/orwalk
• Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/orliftobjects (light to heavy) weighingupto 10 pounds
• Hearing and Speech: frequentlycommunicateswiththeabilitytohear and talk on a regularbasiswithemployees, coworkers, and all personnelmatters; mustbeabletoexchangeaccurateinformation in thesesituations
• Sight: frequent useofsighttodetectimages on computer, officedocuments, and officeobjectsnear and far
• Climb: occasionallyascends/descends on stairwaytogettoofficeupper and lowerfloors
• 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.

This job position is specific to Qcells USA Corp. only and not any other Hanwha affiliates. 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. If candidates are considered for a nationwide role, then the compensation range will follow the marketability of the job function within those states. 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.