Qcells EPC
Overview
Senior Director of Process Innovation at Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, with responsibilities across Houston, TX. The role leads cross-functional process improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence, scalability, and efficiency across EPC and project delivery operations. This position reports to the Head of Process Innovation and travels up to 30%. Work status is hybrid; hours are Monday through Friday, typical business times. This position is located in Houston, TX. Qcells USA provides turnkey solutions for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS) projects, including development, module, and EPC services. The organization emphasizes integration with internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal, and is expanding its module manufacturing footprint in the U.S. The company operates under Hanwha Group and has a global footprint in photovoltaic manufacturing. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
Strategic Process Leadership
Develop and lead the company-wide process innovation roadmap, ensuring alignment with corporate growth strategy and EPC best practices Define KPIs, benchmarks, and governance frameworks to measure and improve process efficiency, quality, and compliance
EPC Controls Alignment
Establish and maintain standardized controls for project cost management, scheduling, risk mitigation, and reporting Drive consistent application of change order procedures, contract administration standards, and quality control protocols Ensure integration of project controls with ERP and reporting systems
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Finance, Logistics, and Operations to align process innovation initiatives with business needs Facilitate training, adoption, and change management to ensure successful implementation of new processes and systems
Performance Optimization
Identify process bottlenecks and implement data-driven solutions to improve execution speed and reduce costs
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Evaluate emerging technologies, tools and methodologies for applicability to Qcells’ operational model Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and operational excellence across teams
Regular attendance, in accordance with company attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by Management Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field; Master’s degree preferred Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in EPC project controls, project management, process improvement, or operations leadership, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role Proven track record in leading process transformation initiatives for large-scale infrastructure or utility-scale Solar and BESS EPC projects Deep understanding of project controls disciplines: scheduling, cost control, risk management and reporting Strong knowledge of ERP and project management systems Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Ability to navigate complex, matrixed organizations and influence at all levels Other Details
Physical demands and work environment are described as typical for office and construction sites, with a hybrid work arrangement as determined by business needs Important disclosures include at-will employment and equal opportunity employer policies Hanwha Qcells is an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals during the application or interview process. For accommodations, contact hr-usa@qcells.com. Note: The job descriptions provided are not guaranteed to be comprehensive; duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice as the business evolves. Seniority level: Director; Employment type: Full-time; Job function: Product Management and Marketing; Industries: Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing
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Senior Director of Process Innovation at Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, with responsibilities across Houston, TX. The role leads cross-functional process improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence, scalability, and efficiency across EPC and project delivery operations. This position reports to the Head of Process Innovation and travels up to 30%. Work status is hybrid; hours are Monday through Friday, typical business times. This position is located in Houston, TX. Qcells USA provides turnkey solutions for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS) projects, including development, module, and EPC services. The organization emphasizes integration with internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal, and is expanding its module manufacturing footprint in the U.S. The company operates under Hanwha Group and has a global footprint in photovoltaic manufacturing. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
Strategic Process Leadership
Develop and lead the company-wide process innovation roadmap, ensuring alignment with corporate growth strategy and EPC best practices Define KPIs, benchmarks, and governance frameworks to measure and improve process efficiency, quality, and compliance
EPC Controls Alignment
Establish and maintain standardized controls for project cost management, scheduling, risk mitigation, and reporting Drive consistent application of change order procedures, contract administration standards, and quality control protocols Ensure integration of project controls with ERP and reporting systems
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Finance, Logistics, and Operations to align process innovation initiatives with business needs Facilitate training, adoption, and change management to ensure successful implementation of new processes and systems
Performance Optimization
Identify process bottlenecks and implement data-driven solutions to improve execution speed and reduce costs
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Evaluate emerging technologies, tools and methodologies for applicability to Qcells’ operational model Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and operational excellence across teams
Regular attendance, in accordance with company attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by Management Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field; Master’s degree preferred Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in EPC project controls, project management, process improvement, or operations leadership, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role Proven track record in leading process transformation initiatives for large-scale infrastructure or utility-scale Solar and BESS EPC projects Deep understanding of project controls disciplines: scheduling, cost control, risk management and reporting Strong knowledge of ERP and project management systems Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Ability to navigate complex, matrixed organizations and influence at all levels Other Details
Physical demands and work environment are described as typical for office and construction sites, with a hybrid work arrangement as determined by business needs Important disclosures include at-will employment and equal opportunity employer policies Hanwha Qcells is an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals during the application or interview process. For accommodations, contact hr-usa@qcells.com. Note: The job descriptions provided are not guaranteed to be comprehensive; duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice as the business evolves. Seniority level: Director; Employment type: Full-time; Job function: Product Management and Marketing; Industries: Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing
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