Qcells

Title: Field Engineer
Department: Construction

Location: Ankeny, IA
Supervisor: Senior Project Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Permanent; Full-time

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

FIELD ENGINEER

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Houston, TX, 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 role of the Field Engineer is dynamic and integral to the successful execution and delivery of solar construction projects. The ideal candidate will assist with all miscellaneous project needs from logistics, inspections, tool management, drawing review, superintendent support etc. This position requires an agile and proactive approach to support project-based personnel and craft trades, ensuring technical, material, and administrative tasks align with Qcells' project delivery standards of excellence. 

This position reports to the Senior Project Manager, or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate. This is onsite, working on the project site, working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm local time or other working hours the site may establish. Overtime and weekend working hours will be required as needed. This position is expected to travel up to 100%. 

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Work directly with Site Solar Superintendent and project managers to help implement project goals.
• Assist with assigning duties to staff to implement project goals, as needed.
• Oversee variable aspects of projects and provide direct assistance
• Oversee variable aspects of projects and provide direct assistance to ensure timely project execution and assist in planning, coordinating and managing.
• Overview project goals and ensure project goals are achievable.
• Review project implementation and gather data on project execution.
• Coordinate with Construction Manager, project manager and other project leads following project execution.
• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure our construction teams have the materials 
• they need.
• Communicate to leadership about delays and any other issues that must be communicated 
• to clients.
• Completing any tasks assigned by the Regional Manager in an efficient and timely manner.
• Identify Safety concerns and prevention.
• Outline completed portions of the past week that meet or exceed Project Schedule.
• Create and maintain project task schedule and 3-week look ahead.
• Attending a weekly project meeting.
• Discuss change events.
• Discuss staff and subcontractor performance.
• Quality control - inspections, documentation, and electronic submittal
• Safety - inspections, documentation, and electronic submittal
• Crew oversight and management
• Maintenance of crew production schedule Lead Safety Toolbox talks, Comply with Job Hazard Analysis and Site-Specific Safety Plan
• Identify punch list and observation from previous week.
• All closeout docs and QA/QC checklists.
• All other assignments and special projects, as requested by Management.
• Regular attendance, in accordance with the company’s attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Experience in the construction industry a plus
• Proficiency with computer operating systems (Microsoft Suite)
• Ability and desire to work collaboratively to ensure successful project execution.
• Working knowledge of necessary industry-related tools
• Proven ability to generate and deliver reports that provide useful insight into project details.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a passion for ensuring projects proceed efficiently and effectively.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and be proactive.
• Ability to follow directions and take initiative when required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Familiarity with project management software a plus (Procore)

 EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.)
• Able to walk or move continuously while carrying 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.) Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
• Requires repetitive movement

LOCATION

• Industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shop

EXAMPLES OF MOBILITY BARRIERS ACCESS TO JOB SITE

• Uneven ground level
• Obstructed pathways
• Work performed at low and/or high elevations
• Work performed in confined areas

CLIMATIC/ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS AT JOB SITE