Qcells EPC
Project Engineer - Level 5
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Qcells EPC .
Base pay range $165,000.00 per year – $185,000.00 per year
Job Summary Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA) is headquartered in Irvine, CA and 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. This project engineer leads engineering functions for large-scale solar PV and BESS projects. The role requires engineering, project execution, team leadership, and stakeholder coordination to ensure performance, schedule, and budget requirements are met.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities Project Leadership & Execution
Lead engineering execution of multiple large-scale solar PV and BESS projects, ensuring technical compliance and efficiency.
Drive engineering strategy and decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
Act as the primary engineering liaison between internal teams (procurement, construction, operations and interconnection) and external stakeholders (clients, utilities, regulators, contractors).
Develop and manage engineering schedules, deliverables and resource planning to ensure timely project execution.
Ensure compliance with industry standards (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, UL, IEC) for utility-scale solar and BESS projects.
Project & Team Management
Manage and mentor a team of Project Engineers, fostering skill development and technical leadership.
Lead cross-functional engineering coordination to ensure alignment with procurement, construction and commissioning requirements.
Maintain strict QA/QC for all engineering deliverables.
Support contractor/vendor selection and technical evaluations for major equipment procurement.
Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination
Collaborate with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, permitting authorities and clients to ensure smooth project execution.
Engage with EPC contractors, technology providers and financial partners to manage engineering deliverables.
Participate in RFP reviews and bid evaluations, providing engineering input on vendor selection and contracting.
Ensure engineering decisions align with financial modelling, revenue projections, and risk management strategies.
Risk Management & Compliance
Identify and mitigate technical risks that could impact project execution and performance.
Ensure compliance with PPA requirements, interconnection agreements and regulatory conditions.
Conduct post-construction performance analysis to improve future projects.
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Drive process improvements to enhance engineering efficiency and quality.
Stay updated with emerging technologies, regulatory changes and industry trends in solar, BESS and grid integration.
Participate in R&D efforts to advance Qcells’ technical expertise.
Required Qualifications
10+ years of experience in utility-scale solar PV and/or BESS project engineering.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical preferred); Master’s degree preferred.
PMP certification required; additional renewable energy certifications preferred.
Proven experience as a lead engineer or engineering manager, supporting multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience with project execution, engineering workflows, budgeting, scheduling and coordination with cross-functional teams.
Familiarity with AutoCAD, PVSyst, Helioscope, SCADA systems and power system modelling tools.
Strong communication, problem-solving and leadership skills.
Physical Demands
Stationary position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours a day.
Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk.
Carry weight: infrequently carry or lift objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
Hearing and speech: frequent communication with employees, coworkers and others.
Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents and objects.
Climb: occasionally ascend/descend stairs.
Travel: up to 30% as needed.
Work Environment
Regular professional, office business setting.
Noise level ranges from low to moderate in office; moderate to high at construction sites.
Equal Opportunity Employer Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, 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. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For accommodations, contact hr-usa@qcells.com.
The job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Duties may change at any time with or without notice. This job is specific to Qcells USA Corp only.
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Apply to join
Qcells EPC .
Base pay range $165,000.00 per year – $185,000.00 per year
Job Summary Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA) is headquartered in Irvine, CA and 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. This project engineer leads engineering functions for large-scale solar PV and BESS projects. The role requires engineering, project execution, team leadership, and stakeholder coordination to ensure performance, schedule, and budget requirements are met.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities Project Leadership & Execution
Lead engineering execution of multiple large-scale solar PV and BESS projects, ensuring technical compliance and efficiency.
Drive engineering strategy and decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
Act as the primary engineering liaison between internal teams (procurement, construction, operations and interconnection) and external stakeholders (clients, utilities, regulators, contractors).
Develop and manage engineering schedules, deliverables and resource planning to ensure timely project execution.
Ensure compliance with industry standards (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, UL, IEC) for utility-scale solar and BESS projects.
Project & Team Management
Manage and mentor a team of Project Engineers, fostering skill development and technical leadership.
Lead cross-functional engineering coordination to ensure alignment with procurement, construction and commissioning requirements.
Maintain strict QA/QC for all engineering deliverables.
Support contractor/vendor selection and technical evaluations for major equipment procurement.
Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination
Collaborate with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, permitting authorities and clients to ensure smooth project execution.
Engage with EPC contractors, technology providers and financial partners to manage engineering deliverables.
Participate in RFP reviews and bid evaluations, providing engineering input on vendor selection and contracting.
Ensure engineering decisions align with financial modelling, revenue projections, and risk management strategies.
Risk Management & Compliance
Identify and mitigate technical risks that could impact project execution and performance.
Ensure compliance with PPA requirements, interconnection agreements and regulatory conditions.
Conduct post-construction performance analysis to improve future projects.
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Drive process improvements to enhance engineering efficiency and quality.
Stay updated with emerging technologies, regulatory changes and industry trends in solar, BESS and grid integration.
Participate in R&D efforts to advance Qcells’ technical expertise.
Required Qualifications
10+ years of experience in utility-scale solar PV and/or BESS project engineering.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical preferred); Master’s degree preferred.
PMP certification required; additional renewable energy certifications preferred.
Proven experience as a lead engineer or engineering manager, supporting multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience with project execution, engineering workflows, budgeting, scheduling and coordination with cross-functional teams.
Familiarity with AutoCAD, PVSyst, Helioscope, SCADA systems and power system modelling tools.
Strong communication, problem-solving and leadership skills.
Physical Demands
Stationary position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours a day.
Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk.
Carry weight: infrequently carry or lift objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
Hearing and speech: frequent communication with employees, coworkers and others.
Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents and objects.
Climb: occasionally ascend/descend stairs.
Travel: up to 30% as needed.
Work Environment
Regular professional, office business setting.
Noise level ranges from low to moderate in office; moderate to high at construction sites.
Equal Opportunity Employer Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, 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. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For accommodations, contact hr-usa@qcells.com.
The job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Duties may change at any time with or without notice. This job is specific to Qcells USA Corp only.
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