Learning & Development Specialist

Description

Title : Learning & Development Specialist

Department : EPC HR Office

Location : United States

Supervisor : Sr. Learning & Development Manager

FLSA Status : Exempt

Position Status : Full-Time, Permanent

Work Status : Remote

LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

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 Development, Module, 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 Learning and Development Specialist designs, develops, and delivers high-impact learning programs that support skill development, leadership, and career acceleration across both our corporate and field populations. While this role will be involved in the development of company internship and rotational programs, it will hold primary responsibility for the design and delivery of the Leading in the Field program (planned for 2026). Combining creative instructional design with expert facilitation, the L&D specialist must bring credibility and relatability to the field while also demonstrating the ability to deliver leadership development sessions for corporate employees with equal effectiveness. This requires designing and facilitating programs that resonate with diverse audiences, from senior leaders to frontline personnel.

The L&D specialist reports to the Sr. Learning & Development Manager, or another senior management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate. This position is remote, and 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 25% to deliver onsite training.

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

• Instructional Design & Content Development :

Lead the design and development of end-to-end blended learning programs, including workshops, learning paths and on-demand resources.

Facilitate engaging in-person and virtual training sessions for both corporate and craft populations that encourage participation, collaboration, and knowledge transfer.

Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to conduct needs assessments and identify skills gaps.

Prioritize the learning effectiveness strategy and ROI of learning when designing learning initiatives.

Leverage our LXP and LMS, eLearning tools, and virtual training platforms (e.g., Teams, Sharepoint) to deliver content effectively.

Work with the Sr. Manager of Learning & Development to ensure learning efforts are integrated with talent development and career pathing strategies.

Who We're Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in instructional design, learning facilitation, and / or talent development.

Strong knowledge of instructional design models and adult learning theories.

EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS

EXAMPLES OF WORK ENVIRONMENT

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 .