Substation Superintendent

Description

Title : Substation Superintendent

Department : T&D / C

Location : Ankeny, IA

Supervisor : Field Services Manager III of Transmission / Substation Project Manager & Construction

FLSA Status : Exempt

Position Status : Permanent, Full-Time

Work Status : Project Site

SUBSTATION SUPERINTENDENT

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 Substation Superintendent is a leadership role that involves overseeing all aspects of field operations for electrical substation construction projects. The position ensures the successful completion of projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with all safety standards. The Substation Superintendent manages a team of skilled workers while ensuring coordination with subcontractors and stakeholders. This role involves the supervision of high and low voltage equipment installations and maintenance, including transformers, breakers, switches, and various electrical systems. The Substation Superintendent will also play a critical role in ensuring project milestones are met while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality control, and efficiency. A hands-on leader, the Substation Superintendent will drive the successful delivery of complex substation projects by coordinating resources, solving on-site challenges, and fostering a collaborative team environment.

This position reports to the Field Services Manager III of Transmission / Substation Project Manager & Construction or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate.

This position requires full-time on-site presence and 100% travel. Any remote work arrangements must receive prior approval from your direct supervisor or company leadership. Working hours shall be determined based on project requirements and business needs, in consultation with the employee's supervisor.

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

• Safety Compliance and Program Participation :

Observe, comply with, and promote the company’s safety program, rules, requirements, and corporate safety goals.

Supervise construction efforts to ensure compliance with design, budget, and schedule.

Complete daily reports, documenting project progress with photos and written updates.

Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to helpers, laborers, and apprentice substation technicians.

Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clarity and professionalism.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

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 continuosly 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

Predominately outdoor climate

May be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather

Excessive humidity, rain, etc.

Various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.

Potential exposure to chemical substances

Work performed around hazardous equipment.

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 .

Nothing in this statement shall imply implicitly or explicitly a guarantee of employment outside our at-will employment opportunity.