Qcells EPC
Director of Performance Engineering
Department: Executive Planning Office
Location: Remote
Supervisor: Head of Front End Engineering
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Permanent, Full-Time
Work Status: Remote
Hanwha Q-Cells USA Corp (QCells USA) 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.
As a Director of Performance Engineering, you will lead the testing and performance assessment functions for utility-scale PV projects. This role supports design optimization and fulfillment of performance targets as well as oversees the performance testing and data analysis of solar PV and solar-plus-storage systems.
Summary
The Director will ensure that all projects meet performance standards, adhere to regulatory requirements, and deliver maximum efficiency. The role involves close collaboration with internal engineering, construction, and operations teams, as well as external clients and stakeholders. Essential Job Function & Responsibilities
Direct the performance testing and analysis for utility-scale solar projects, ensuring systems are commissioned and perform to the highest standards. Oversee the development and implementation of performance testing protocols and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, client expectations, and contractual obligations. Lead the commissioning process for PV and PV-plus-storage projects, ensuring that all system components are installed, tested, and integrated into the grid as per industry standards. Ensure compliance with safety protocols, electrical standards, and performance benchmarks. Develop and implement performance models to assess the efficiency of PV systems and identify areas for improvement. Utilize advanced tools such as PVsyst, SAM, and other modeling software to benchmark actual performance against expected results. Collaborate with the data analytics team to process and analyze large datasets for performance insights and system optimization. Work closely with the engineering team to review designs, specifications, and technical documentation, ensuring that system designs are optimized for performance and reliability. Act as the primary point of contact for clients during the testing and performance phase. Provide regular updates on system performance, address client concerns, and offer solutions to any issues that arise during testing or commissioning. Lead client negotiations on performance guarantees and ensure client satisfaction through successful project delivery. Additional Responsibilities
Participate in strategic planning initiatives for the Executive Planning Office Department. Oversee the creation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to testing, commissioning, and performance verification processes. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations during all testing and commissioning activities. Actively participate in cross-functional team meetings to ensure alignment between engineering, construction, and operations teams. Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 10+ years of solid experience in utility-scale PV and BESS engineering, energy performance assessment, testing and commissioning. Experience managing cross-functional teams and leading performance-focused initiatives. Advanced understanding and professional use of solar PV and BESS system performance metrics and modeling tools. Demonstrated experience with commissioning, performance analysis, testing for utility-scale PV and BESS projects. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-pressure environments. HanwhaQCells 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. 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.
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The Director will ensure that all projects meet performance standards, adhere to regulatory requirements, and deliver maximum efficiency. The role involves close collaboration with internal engineering, construction, and operations teams, as well as external clients and stakeholders. Essential Job Function & Responsibilities
Direct the performance testing and analysis for utility-scale solar projects, ensuring systems are commissioned and perform to the highest standards. Oversee the development and implementation of performance testing protocols and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, client expectations, and contractual obligations. Lead the commissioning process for PV and PV-plus-storage projects, ensuring that all system components are installed, tested, and integrated into the grid as per industry standards. Ensure compliance with safety protocols, electrical standards, and performance benchmarks. Develop and implement performance models to assess the efficiency of PV systems and identify areas for improvement. Utilize advanced tools such as PVsyst, SAM, and other modeling software to benchmark actual performance against expected results. Collaborate with the data analytics team to process and analyze large datasets for performance insights and system optimization. Work closely with the engineering team to review designs, specifications, and technical documentation, ensuring that system designs are optimized for performance and reliability. Act as the primary point of contact for clients during the testing and performance phase. Provide regular updates on system performance, address client concerns, and offer solutions to any issues that arise during testing or commissioning. Lead client negotiations on performance guarantees and ensure client satisfaction through successful project delivery. Additional Responsibilities
Participate in strategic planning initiatives for the Executive Planning Office Department. Oversee the creation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to testing, commissioning, and performance verification processes. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations during all testing and commissioning activities. Actively participate in cross-functional team meetings to ensure alignment between engineering, construction, and operations teams. Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 10+ years of solid experience in utility-scale PV and BESS engineering, energy performance assessment, testing and commissioning. Experience managing cross-functional teams and leading performance-focused initiatives. Advanced understanding and professional use of solar PV and BESS system performance metrics and modeling tools. Demonstrated experience with commissioning, performance analysis, testing for utility-scale PV and BESS projects. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-pressure environments. HanwhaQCells 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. 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.
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