Construction Engineer

Construction Engineer

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.

Description

Summary

The Construction Engineer position is a managerial role essential to the successful planning, execution, and completion of solar construction projects. The Construction Engineer will handle project coordination, material procurement, permit management, and quality control, and provide direct support to project-based staff and trades. The role includes fostering a culture of safety and environmental stewardship on-site, and maintaining clear communication with all stakeholders. The Construction Engineer is expected to lead by example with high standards in safety, quality, and professional development of the team.

This position reports to the Senior Project Manager or another management person designated by the CEO. It is a project-based assignment with standard hours Monday through Friday, 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm local time. Overtime and weekend hours may be required. This position is expected to travel up to 100%.

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 Function & Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the execution of project deliverables and ensure compliance with project timelines and standards.
• Lead procurement processes and coordinate engineering solutions in collaboration with project personnel.
• Acquire and sustain all necessary permits and ensure adherence to project specifications.
• Enhance team collaboration and communication across all project stakeholders, internally and externally.
• Supervise the generation and organization of project reports and technical documents and maintain strict control over project documentation.
• Provide operational support to superintendents, including timekeeping, resource allocation, and quality management.
• Demonstrate leadership in safety, initiate job hazard analyses, and advocate for safe work practices throughout the project duration.
• Enforce environmental policies by overseeing field staff training and certifications.
• Champion professional development of Field Engineers by designing and executing development plans and certifications.
• Cultivate professional relationships with third parties and meet client expectations with high standards of communication.
• Maintain regular attendance in accordance with company policy.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by Management.

Required Qualifications

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Location

Mobility Barriers & Environment

Equal Opportunity

Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, and any other classification protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

We may update job descriptions as needed; duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice.

We are committed to inclusion and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities for the application or interview process and for performing essential job functions. Please contact us to request accommodations.

This job description is specific to Qcells USA and may differ from other Hanwha affiliates. Salary ranges comply with applicable laws and may vary by location. Actual compensation depends on factors including experience, education, and location.

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Note : This posting includes references to the salary range and availability; it does not guarantee employment or a specific compensation package.

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