<div>The Distributed Energy (DE) team develops, invests in, and delivers distribution-connected solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in North America. The DE team offers the full spectrum of BESS and PV+BESS solutions – from integrated ESS hardware and software, project development and investment to asset management and operations.</div><div><br></div><div>The Project Engineer is responsible for providing technical guidance during project origination/development phases for Commercial &amp; Industrial scale and small utility-scale PV+ESS, PV-only, or ESS-only projects across the United States. The Project Engineer will support the Development and Project Finance teams during the closing processes. This position will have experience in project-level technical due diligence, project development engineering, EPC engineering oversight, construction support, project risk analysis, and more. This remote position reports to the Head of DE-Project Engineering or another senior management personnel that the President of the Company may designate. </div><br><br><h3>Responsibilities </h3><ul><li>Deliver technical due diligence in support of the origination/development team for opportunities at various stages of development both before and after project award. </li><li>Prepare conceptual layouts and electrical single-line diagrams for those opportunities. </li><li>Perform system energy modeling and energy estimates using tools such as PVsyst, Helioscope to ensure production targets are reasonable for both near term and long-term goals. </li><li>Update system engineering throughout the project development process to achieve maximum financial outcome. </li><li>Carry out technology reviews for PV or ESS equipment and work with manufacturers for acceptability for use in long-term operating assets. </li><li>Deliver technical leadership in support of the Project Finance team for stakeholders’ interests including investors, site owner, utilities, off-takers, and EPC partners. </li><li>Visit project sites to assess and collect key project technical information, such as site structures, electrical drawings, site electricity load data, and costs. </li><li>Work with the origination/development team to provide engineering deliverables for key development items, which may include preparing preliminary layouts, technology selection, site studies, feasibility studies, preparing interconnection applications, and project cost estimation. </li><li>Source and manage external consultants, partners, contractors, and vendors, including developing Scope of Work documents, managing RFP process, and controlling scope, and scheduling to obtain similar deliverables. </li><li>Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the management.  </li></ul><h3>Required Qualifications </h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or energy engineering science </li><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in solar or ESS project engineering </li><li>Capability to review engineering and technical matters with commercial perspective</li><li>Extensive work experience in management and completion of rooftop, carport, and ground-mount projects in distributed generation, 250kW to 20MW</li><li>Comfortable and accustomed to working with various project stakeholders, including investors, EPC partners, developers, consultants, and O&amp;M contractors</li><li>Experience in permitting processes with local authorities and utilities</li><li>Advanced proficiency in engineering software and energy modeling applications, such as AutoCAD, HelioScope, PVsyst, Geli, and Microsoft Office tools    </li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications </h3><ul><li>Able to cope with dynamic surroundings and be team-oriented </li><li>Able to develop written/verbal work deliverables that are organized and appropriate to the respective audience </li></ul><br><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is headquartered in Irvine, CA, and handles sales for the North American region. It is a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ), Thalheim, Germany (Technology &amp; Innovation HQ), and San Francisco, USA (Energy Storage/Inverter &amp; Software HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm, and a Top 8 business enterprise in South Korea. HQCA recently acquired Geli, a leading developer of Energy Management System software for energy storage, solar, and other renewable resources.</div><div><br></div><div>Benefits* </div><div>·   Medical, Dental, Vision</div><div>·   Paid Time Off</div><div>·   Tuition Reimbursement</div><div>·   401K</div><div>·   Paid Holidays</div><div><span style="font-size:10px;">* All benefits dependent on role and eligibility</span></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:18px;">Physical, Mental, &amp; Physical Demands</b></div><div><br></div><div>To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. </div><div><br></div><div><b>Mobility</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Standing: 20% of time </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Sitting: 70% of time </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Walking: 10% of time </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Strength</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Pulling: up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Pushing: up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Carrying: up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Lifting: up to 10 Pounds</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Agility</b><span style="font-size:10pt;"> </span><b style="font-size:10pt;">(F = Frequently, O =   Occasionally, N = Never)</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Turning: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Twisting: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Bending: O</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Crouching: O</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Balancing: N</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Climbing: N</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Crawling: N</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Kneeling: N</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Dexterity</b><span style="font-size:10pt;"> </span><b style="font-size:10pt;">(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally,   N = Never)</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Typing: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Handling: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Reaching: F</span></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.</div><div><br></div><div>You may view your privacy rights by reviewing Qcells' <a href="https://us.qcells.com/california-applicant-privacy-policy/">Privacy Policy</a> or by contacting our <a href="mailto:hqcahr@qcells.com" style="font-size:11pt;">HR Team</a> for a copy.</div>

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Project Engineer

<div>The Distributed Energy (DE) team develops, invests in, and delivers distribution-connected solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in North America. The DE team offers the full spectrum of BESS and PV+BESS solutions – from integrated ESS hardware and software, project development and investment to asset management and operations.</div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:18px;">Position Overview</b></div><div><br></div><div>Q CELLS C&amp;I Solar + Storage team is looking for a Cost Estimating Manager to provide cost and technical guidance during project origination/development phases for Commercial &amp; Industrial scale and small utility scale PV+ESS, PV Only, or ESS only projects across the United States. The Cost Estimating Manager will support the Development and Project Finance teams from project initiation through booking.   This role will have experience in project-level technical due diligence, and project cost estimating via a proprietary or commercial estimating tool. On our Energy Services Team, the Cost Estimating Manager will have a great opportunity to explore fast-growing C&amp;I PV &amp; Storage markets. This position will be reporting to the Sr. Director of Engineering &amp; Delivery who works out of our San Francisco office.  The position requires some flexibility to travel as necessary to visit project sites for opportunities and site assessments, likely less than 5%. This position is based out of our San Francisco Headquarters office, however, this role may be eligible for remote work under certain circumstances. A California-based candidate is highly preferred. </div><br><br><h3>Responsibilities </h3><ul><li>Work collaboratively with the Project Development team, which includes the Project Developer, Project Manager, other Project Engineers, Project Analysts, Product Managers, and Project Finance, as well as outside consultants.  </li><li>Develop Class 5 through Class 2 Estimates, depending on sales stage and available information, for solar and storage projects.</li><li>Deliver technical due diligence in support of the Origination/Development team for opportunities at various stages of development.</li><li>Work with Helioscope or PVSyst designs provided by others to help engineers develop  cost efficient conceptual layouts and electrical single-line diagrams for those opportunities.</li><li>Carry out technology reviews for PV or ESS equipment and work with manufacturers for acceptability for use in long term operating assets.</li><li>Deliver cost leadership in support of the Project Finance team for stakeholders' interests including investors, site owner, utilities, off-takers, and EPC partners.</li><li>Visit project sites to assess and collect key project technical information, such as site structures, electrical drawings, site electricity load data, and costs.</li><li>Work with the Development Project Manager to source and manage external consultants, partners, contractors, and vendors, including developing Scope of Work documents, managing RFP/RFI process, and controlling scope and schedule to obtain similar deliverables.</li><li>Maintain a database of received EPC costs to continuously update estimating tool.</li><li>Support the execution team in customer change order estimates and evaluation of contractor change order costs.</li><li>Maintain a database of final project costs for comparison against original preliminary estimates to refine estimation tools.</li><li>Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by senior management.</li></ul><h3>Required Qualifications </h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Energy engineering science.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in solar or ESS project cost estimating.</li><li>Capability to review engineering and technical matters with commercial perspective.</li><li>Experience estimating roof-top, carport, and ground-mount projects in distributed generation.</li><li>Comfortable and accustomed to work with various project stakeholders, including investors, EPC partners, developers, consultants, and O&amp;M contractors.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in engineering and estimating software and energy modeling applications, such as AutoCAD, PVsyst, Geli, and Microsoft office tools.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications </h3><ul><li>Able work to with dynamic surroundings and be team-oriented</li><li>Able to develop written/verbal work deliverables that are organized and appropriate to the respective audience</li></ul><br><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is headquartered in Irvine, CA, and handles sales for the North American region. It is a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ), Thalheim, Germany (Technology &amp; Innovation HQ), and San Francisco, USA (Energy Storage/Inverter &amp; Software HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm, and a Top 8 business enterprise in South Korea. HQCA recently acquired Geli, a leading developer of Energy Management System software for energy storage, solar, and other renewable resources.</div><div><br></div><div>Benefits* </div><div>·   Medical, Dental, Vision</div><div>·   Paid Time Off</div><div>·   Tuition Reimbursement</div><div>·   401K</div><div>·   Paid Holidays</div><div><span style="font-size:10px;">* All benefits dependent on role and eligibility</span></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:18px;">Physical, Mental, &amp; Physical Demands</b></div><div><br></div><div>To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. </div><div><br></div><div><b>Mobility</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Standing: 20% of time </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Sitting: 70% of time </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Walking: 10% of time </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Strength</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Pulling: up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Pushing: up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Carrying: up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Lifting: up to 10 Pounds</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Agility</b><span style="font-size:10pt;"> </span><b style="font-size:10pt;">(F = Frequently, O =   Occasionally, N = Never)</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Turning: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Twisting: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Bending: O</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Crouching: O</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Balancing: N</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Climbing: N</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Crawling: N</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Kneeling: N</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Dexterity</b><span style="font-size:10pt;"> </span><b style="font-size:10pt;">(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally,   N = Never)</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Typing: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Handling: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Reaching: F</span></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.</div><div><br></div><div>You may view your privacy rights by reviewing Qcells' <a href="https://us.qcells.com/california-applicant-privacy-policy/">Privacy Policy</a> or by contacting our <a href="mailto:hqcahr@qcells.com" style="font-size:11pt;">HR Team</a> for a copy.</div>

Cost Estimating Manager

<div><b>ABOUT US</b></div><div>Hanwha Q CELLS Technologies, Inc. a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS,<span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology &amp; Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm and a Top 7 business enterprise in South Korea. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Our mission is to provide affordable and smart energy solutions through technology and innovation to create a sustainable future for the planet. We are expanding our business by offering revolutionary energy systems to residential customers including ESS, MLPE (power optimizers, micro-inverters), EV charging solutions, and Smart IoT with world-class solutions. </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>OUR VISION</b></div><div>Hanwha Q CELLS Technologies, Inc. is committed to helping make the planet a cleaner, better place to live, both with our software and hardware products and through our everyday actions.</div><div><br></div><div>Imagine a world where there is less reliance on non-renewable power, where you source your electricity from your neighbors rather than from power stations hundreds of miles away and software makes the best possible use of the solar, wind, and battery storage available. This is our vision.</div><div><br></div><div>We are looking for enthusiastic colleagues who are not only fluent in technology but also share our vision of a world running on 100% renewable energy.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Job Summary</b></div><div>The Senior SCADA Engineer is responsible for design and development of Geli’s power plant control and data acquisition systems.  This position is focused on creation of productized yet customizable SCADA solutions for utility scale storage and PV+ storage applications and will lead the creation of a new in-house SCADA offering utilizing Geli’s existing control &amp; communication architecture as well as the off-the-shelf industry components.  This position will work closely with our control and software engineering team while supporting external stakeholders in System Integration and Product Development teams. This is a high-visibility, high-impact position in a fast-growing team with an opportunity to contribute to overall project execution and corporate vision of renewable growth. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with demonstrated success in similar roles previously.</div><br><br><h3>RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><ul><li>Design and develop utility scale SCADA &amp; HMI solutions including DAS systems, Field network switches, communication modes &amp; protocols.</li><li>Develop and manage data acquisition via on-site historian and server solutions.</li><li>Create detailed Engineering requirements document, engineering drawings package in CAD including network design, control design, wiring diagrams IO list.</li><li>Manage top-level BOM for system solutions including in-house and vendor components.</li><li>Act as the subject matter expert for industry best practices, regulations, compliance, and standards around PPC/SCADA, NERC CIP, NIST, NERC Mod, applicable IEC and IEEE standards.</li><li>Support operations team in site commissioning including installation and troubleshooting of field issues.</li><li>Own long-term product R&amp;D, product feature delivery, and supplier partnerships.</li><li>This position has a primary focus on ERCOT, CAISO, and ISO NE market and will eventually require and understanding of additional US ISOs / RTO’s.</li><li>All other duties as assigned by the Company.</li></ul><h3>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>Degree in Power Systems, Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Instrumentation, Computer Science or Computer Engineering.</li><li>5+ years experience as a design engineer, applications engineer for PPC/SCADA.</li><li>3+ years experience interacting with Utilities, ISOs, IPP’s in the US market.</li><li>Field experience deploying PPC/SCADA systems for renewable projects in the US.</li><li>Strong understanding of network communication architectures, protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850, GOOSE), NERC CIP and reliability standards.</li><li>Experience programming HMI, PLC, IEDs ION meters, and RTU devices.</li><li>Familiarity with electrical modeling &amp; simulation tools like PSSE, PSCAD, ETAPA.</li><li>Demonstrated experience deploying Utility scale projects for Solar, Wind, or Energy Storage markets.</li><li>Preferably passed or intending to pass the FE/PE exam.</li><li>Passionate about solving customers’ problems.</li><li>Understands the value of hypotheses, experimentation, and learning.</li><li>Strong work &amp; teamwork ethic.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li></ul><h3>REQUIRED COMPETENCIES</h3><ul><li>Demonstrated experience deploying Utility-scale projects for Solar, Wind, or Energy Storage markets</li><li>Preferably passed or intending to pass the FE/PE exam </li><li>Passionate about solving customers’ problems </li><li>Understands the value of hypotheses, experimentation, and learning </li><li>Strong work &amp; teamwork ethic</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li></ul><br><div><b>BENEFITS</b></div><div>Competitive salary commensurate with experience</div><div>Competitive benefits offerings </div><div>Conveniently accessible location in downtown San Francisco</div><div>Flexible work-from-home-office opportunities, as determined by the position and job duties</div><div>Cigna and Kaiser options - available by region</div><div>Cigna Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution</div><div>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)</div><div>Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Cigna medical plan</div><div>Company-paid Basic Life, AD&amp;D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance</div><div>Voluntary benefits include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance</div><div>401(k) with a 4% employer match</div><div>3 weeks of paid Parental Leave</div><div>Sick time- 72 hours frontloaded per calendar year</div><div>Vacation time (Flex time), and 13 Paid Holidays</div><div>Health Advocate wellness and concierge services</div><div>Wellness programs with our benefits providers</div><div>Commuter benefits</div><div>EAP</div><div>Bereavement leave- 5 paid days</div><div><br></div><div><b>WORK ENVIRONMENT</b></div><div>Make a difference: join a group of people who are passionate about renewable energy</div><div>Have an impact: the company is still small enough that everyone’s contribution has a significant impact on the success of the company</div><div>Many opportunities to lead teams, and projects, and contribute to development</div><div>Casual professional working environment: there’s no need to dress up, just present your best self</div><div>Work collaboratively in a diverse environment- we commit to reaching better decisions by respecting opinions and working through disagreements</div><div><br></div><div><b>DIVERSITY</b></div><div>We value the insights that a diverse team can bring. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in tech. </div><div><br></div><div>HQCT Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.</div>

Senior SCADA Engineer

<div><b>ABOUT US</b></div><div>Hanwha Q CELLS Technologies, Inc. a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS,<span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology &amp; Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm and a Top 7 business enterprise in South Korea. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Our mission is to provide affordable and smart energy solutions through technology and innovation to create a sustainable future for the planet. We are expanding our business by offering revolutionary energy systems to residential customers including ESS, MLPE (power optimizers, micro-inverters), EV charging solutions, and Smart IoT with world-class solutions. </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>OUR VISION</b></div><div>Hanwha Q CELLS Technologies, Inc. is committed to helping make the planet a cleaner, better place to live, both with our software and hardware products and through our everyday actions.</div><div><br></div><div>Imagine a world where there is less reliance on non-renewable power, where you source your electricity from your neighbors rather than from power stations hundreds of miles away and software makes the best possible use of the solar, wind, and battery storage available. This is our vision.</div><div><br></div><div>We are looking for enthusiastic colleagues who are not only fluent in technology but also share our vision of a world running on 100% renewable energy.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Job Summary</b></div><div><span style="font-size:14.6078px;">The Lead SCADA Engineer is responsible for design and development of Geli’s power plant control and data acquisition systems. This position is focused on creation of productized yet customizable SCADA solutions for utility scale storage and PV + storage applications and will lead the creation of a new in-house SCADA offering utilizing Geli’s existing control &amp; communication architecture as well as off-the-shelf industry components. This position will work closely with our control and software engineering team while supporting external stakeholders in System Integration and Project Development teams. This is a high-visibility, high-impact position in a fast-growing team with an opportunity to contribute to overall project execution and corporate vision of renewable growth. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with demonstrated success in similar roles previously.</span></div><br><br><h3>RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><ul><li>Design &amp; develop Utility scale SCADA &amp; HMI solutions including DAS systems, Field network switches, communication modes &amp; Protocols</li><li>Develop &amp; manage data acquisition via on-site historian and server solutions</li><li>Create detailed Engineering requirements document, engineering drawings package in CAD including network design, control design, wiring diagrams, IO list </li><li>Manage top-level BOM for system solutions including in-house and vendor components  </li><li>Act as the subject matter expert for industry best practices, regulations, compliance, and standards around PPC/SCADA, NERC CIP, NIST, NERC Mod, applicable IEC and IEEE standards</li><li>Lead the controls team in defining system architecture, partner &amp; component selection </li><li>Lead the testing and certification for PPC and SCADA solutions per industry standards </li><li>Support operations team in site commissioning including installation &amp; troubleshooting of field issues</li><li>Own long-term product R&amp;D, product feature delivery, and supplier partnerships</li><li>This position has a primary focus on ERCOT, CAISO, and ISO NE markets and will eventually require an understanding of additional US ISOs / RTO’s</li><li>All other duties as assigned by Senior Management</li></ul><h3>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>Degree in Power System, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation or Computer Engineering</li><li>5+ yrs. experience as a design engineer, applications engineer for PPC/SCADA </li><li>3 + yrs. experience interacting with Utilities, ISO’s, IPP’s in the US market</li><li>Field experience deploying PPC/SCADA systems for renewable projects in the US</li><li>Strong understanding of network communication architectures, protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850, GOOSE), NERC CIP and reliability standards</li><li>Experience programming HMI, PLC, IEDs, ION meters, and RTU devices</li><li>Familiarity with electrical modeling &amp; simulation tools like PSSE, PSCAD, ETAP</li></ul><h3>REQUIRED COMPETENCIES</h3><ul><li>Demonstrated experience deploying Utility-scale projects for Solar, Wind, or Energy Storage markets</li><li>Preferably passed or intending to pass the FE/PE exam </li><li>Passionate about solving customers’ problems </li><li>Understands the value of hypotheses, experimentation, and learning </li><li>Strong work &amp; teamwork ethic</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li></ul><br><div><b>BENEFITS</b></div><div>Competitive salary commensurate with experience</div><div>Competitive benefits offerings </div><div>Conveniently accessible location in downtown San Francisco</div><div>Flexible work-from-home-office opportunities, as determined by the position and job duties</div><div>Cigna and Kaiser options - available by region</div><div>Cigna Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution</div><div>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)</div><div>Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Cigna medical plan</div><div>Company-paid Basic Life, AD&amp;D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance</div><div>Voluntary benefits include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance</div><div>401(k) with a 4% employer match</div><div>3 weeks of paid Parental Leave</div><div>Sick time- 72 hours frontloaded per calendar year</div><div>Vacation time (Flex time), and 13 Paid Holidays</div><div>Health Advocate wellness and concierge services</div><div>Wellness programs with our benefits providers</div><div>Commuter benefits</div><div>EAP</div><div>Bereavement leave- 5 paid days</div><div><br></div><div><b>WORK ENVIRONMENT</b></div><div>Make a difference: join a group of people who are passionate about renewable energy</div><div>Have an impact: the company is still small enough that everyone’s contribution has a significant impact on the success of the company</div><div>Many opportunities to lead teams, and projects, and contribute to development</div><div>Casual professional working environment: there’s no need to dress up, just present your best self</div><div>Work collaboratively in a diverse environment- we commit to reaching better decisions by respecting opinions and working through disagreements</div><div><br></div><div><b>DIVERSITY</b></div><div>We value the insights that a diverse team can bring. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in tech. </div><div><br></div><div>HQCT Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.</div>

Staff SCADA Engineer

<div><b>ABOUT US</b></div><div>Hanwha Q CELLS Technologies, Inc. a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS,<span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology &amp; Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm and a Top 7 business enterprise in South Korea. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Our mission is to provide affordable and smart energy solutions through technology and innovation to create a sustainable future for the planet. We are expanding our business by offering revolutionary energy systems to residential customers including ESS, MLPE (power optimizers, micro-inverters), EV charging solutions, and Smart IoT with world-class solutions. </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>OUR VISION</b></div><div>Hanwha Q CELLS Technologies, Inc. is committed to helping make the planet a cleaner, better place to live, both with our software and hardware products and through our everyday actions.</div><div><br></div><div>Imagine a world where there is less reliance on non-renewable power, where you source your electricity from your neighbors rather than from power stations hundreds of miles away and software makes the best possible use of the solar, wind, and battery storage available. This is our vision.</div><div><br></div><div>We are looking for enthusiastic colleagues who are not only fluent in technology but also share our vision of a world running on 100% renewable energy.</div><div><br></div><div>As Senior Manager of SCADA &amp; PPC, you will be responsible for defining &amp; building GELI’s product offering for power plant control and data acquisition systems specifically focused on utility scale storage and PV + storage applications. This position owns the creation of a new in-house PPC + SCADA offering utilizing existing control &amp; communication architecture while leveraging ready-to-use providers in the space. This position will build &amp; manage GELI’s control/software team while supporting external stakeholders in System Integration and Project Development teams.</div><div> </div><div>This is a high-visibility, high-impact position in a fast-growing team with an opportunity to contribute to overall business strategy and product vision. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with demonstrated success in a consulting/advisory role for cross-functional teams.</div><br><br><h3>RESPONSIBILITIES </h3><ul><li>·       You will grow and lead a globally distributed team of people</li><li>·       You will serve, inspire, and empower the team while eliminating roadblocks to help them contribute and realize their full potential</li><li>·       You will be responsible for the vision, roadmap, and execution of the PPC &amp; SCADA team charter</li><li>·       Determine and prioritize the team’s work based on business needs</li><li>·       Support career paths, mentorship, and growth for team members</li><li>·       Provide technical requirements for key decisions</li><li>·       Collaborate with other leaders and executives to build data-informed business strategy and product roadmaps</li><li>·       Excel at the intersection of leadership and business outcomes</li><li>·       Build and Lead the controls team in defining system architecture, partner &amp; component selection</li><li>·       Define detailed features and functions for Utility scale PPC &amp; SCADA solution including Plant control and DAS systems, Field network switches, communication modes &amp; protocols</li><li>·       Implement all the features as needed.</li><li>·       Act as the subject matter expert for industry best practices, regulations, compliance, and standards around PPC/ SCADA- NERC CIP, NIST, NERC Mod, applicable IEC and IEEE standards</li><li>·       Work closely with other software engineering, product teams and leadership to make “Build vs Buy” decisions</li><li>·       Define the test and certification requirements for PPC and SCADA solutions</li><li>·       Accelerate time to market by incorporating MVP (Min. Viable Product) approach</li><li>·       Work closely with business teams to develop a MVP &amp; subsequently for new product features</li><li>·       Lead product lifecycle from inception-to-launch and manage subsequent market delivery</li><li>·       Own long term product roadmap, prioritization, and definition of product features</li><li>·       This position has primary focus in ERCOT, CAISO and ISO NE markets and will eventually require understanding of additional US ISOs / RTO’s</li><li>·       All other duties as assigned by Senior Management.</li></ul><h3>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>Master’s Degree or relevant work experience</li><li>10+ yrs. experience as design engineer, applications engineer, technical sales of PPC/SCADA</li><li>5 + yrs. experience interacting with SCADA engineers, Utilities, ISO’s, IPP’s in US market</li><li>3+yrs. Product building and management experience with PPC/SCADA products or deployment</li><li>Field experience deploying Solar/ storage/ wind PPC/ &amp; SCADA system in US market</li><li>Strong understanding of network communication architectures, protocols, NERC standards</li><li>Understanding of Power plant modeling tools and model creation in PSSE, PSCAD or similar tool</li><li>Familiarity with project lifecycle and contract structures for solar, storage or renewable projects</li><li>Product management experience and feature definition experience preferred</li><li>Able to convert complex technical requirements into an actionable plan</li><li>Ability to handle multiple tasks in pressure situations</li></ul><h3>REQUIRED COMPETENCIES</h3><ul><li>·       Demonstrated experience bringing successful Utility-scale products to the market in Solar, Wind and/or Energy Storage.</li><li>·       Passionate about solving customers’ problems and focused on product value to the customer.</li><li>·       Focused on the ‘why’ and ‘what’ of the products and be comfortable letting the Engineering team figure out how to deliver features.</li><li>·       Self-starter and self-motivated leader working with a cross-functional team.</li><li>Ideally have read:</li><li>·       Understands the value of hypotheses, experimentation, and learning.</li><li>·       Leadership by example</li><li>·       Strong work &amp; teamwork ethic</li><li>·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li></ul><br><div><b>BENEFITS</b></div><div>Competitive salary commensurate with experience</div><div>Competitive benefits offerings </div><div>Conveniently accessible location in downtown San Francisco</div><div>Flexible work-from-home-office opportunities, as determined by the position and job duties</div><div>Cigna and Kaiser options - available by region</div><div>Cigna Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution</div><div>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)</div><div>Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Cigna medical plan</div><div>Company-paid Basic Life, AD&amp;D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance</div><div>Voluntary benefits include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance</div><div>401(k) with a 4% employer match</div><div>3 weeks of paid Parental Leave</div><div>Sick time- 72 hours frontloaded per calendar year</div><div>Vacation time (Flex time), and 13 Paid Holidays</div><div>Health Advocate wellness and concierge services</div><div>Wellness programs with our benefits providers</div><div>Commuter benefits</div><div>EAP</div><div>Bereavement leave- 5 paid days</div><div><br></div><div><b>WORK ENVIRONMENT</b></div><div>Make a difference: join a group of people who are passionate about renewable energy</div><div>Have an impact: the company is still small enough that everyone’s contribution has a significant impact on the success of the company</div><div>Many opportunities to lead teams, and projects, and contribute to development</div><div>Casual professional working environment: there’s no need to dress up, just present your best self</div><div>Work collaboratively in a diverse environment- we commit to reaching better decisions by respecting opinions and working through disagreements</div><div><br></div><div><b>DIVERSITY</b></div><div>We value the insights that a diverse team can bring. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in tech. </div><div><br></div><div>HQCT Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.</div>

Senior Manager - SCADA & PPC

<div><b style="font-size:11.5pt;">Posi</b><span style="font-size:11.5pt;">ti</span><b style="font-size:11.5pt;">on Overview</b></div><div><span style="font-size:11.5pt;">Our mission is to pioneer affordable and intelligent energy solutions through technology and innovation, fostering a sustainable future for the planet. As we expand our offerings to residential customers—comprising ESS, MLPE (power optimizers, micro-inverters), EV charging solutions, and Smart IoT—we seek a seasoned Manager of Software Technology Strategy to lead transformative initiatives in the energy industry. In this role, you will oversee software projects shaping the future of homes, collaborating with global teams in development, Business Strategy, and Product Strategy to enhance software performance using various development and management methodologies.</span></div><br><br><h3>RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><ul><li>Plan and manage the software technology intelligence process to identify industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring our strategies remain innovative and competitive.</li><li>Establish KPIs for ongoing software projects and monitor progress with Software Project Managers.</li><li>Develop and update the Technology Road Map (TRM) in alignment with the Business Road Map and Product Road Map.</li><li>Conduct regular reviews and updates of the project portfolio (Quality, Cost, and Delivery) to identify and assess potential risks associated with software projects.</li><li>Formulate and execute comprehensive technology strategies with a specific emphasis on software.</li></ul><h3>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.</li><li>5+ years of proven experience in technology strategy, with a focus on software.</li><li>Technical knowledge as it relates to EMS (energy management system), VPP and Machine learning. </li><li>Solid understanding of software architecture, development methodologies, and emerging technologies. </li><li>Proven experience in working with or for renewable energy companies </li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.</li><li>Experience in risk management and mitigation strategies.</li><li>Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time, nationally or internationally.</li><li>Must be authorized to work in the US.</li></ul><br>

Manager of Software Technology Strategy

<div>New Revenue Development is a team specializing in designing and operating innovative energy service programs, such as Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SREC) and Virtual Power Plants (VPP), in California and Texas. We are seeking a Program Manager who will be responsible for designing and managing new energy service programs, including SREC and VPP, to provide high-value services to the electric grid and empower customers to earn and support local communities. As the Program Manager, you will lead Qcells' industry-leading distributed virtual power plant program, taking ownership of critical business processes that contribute to the program's success. Collaboration with stakeholders and external partners is essential to delivering an exceptional customer experience and creating value for the grid, customers, and Qcells</div><br><br><h3>Responsibilities </h3><ul><li>Employ advanced financial modeling techniques, including mid and long-term forecasting to design and implement new energy service programs ensuring alignment with the company’s profit objectives and customer incentives. </li><li>Design and implement new energy service programs, aligning them with our business and customer incentives based on the company's profit modeling. </li><li>Manage program enrollment, customer satisfaction, conversion rates, and customer churn, making these metrics the key performance indicators of the program's success. </li><li>Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to educate and set up necessary workflows for launching new programs effectively. </li><li>Support and maintain business processes for effective customer communication, site registration, and grid service delivery. </li><li>Continuously improve and fine-tune these critical processes, focusing on scalability. </li><li>Develop and maintain necessary reports and tools to assess performance against key metrics and communicate progress and issues</li></ul><h3>Required Qualifications </h3><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field. </li><li>Minimum of 6 years of project management experience. </li><li>Experience in the distributed energy industry or related fields. </li><li>Proven track record in generating and maintaining business processes. </li><li>Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency in databases and reporting tools. </li><li>Basic software development skills, including task automation and API work. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Master's degree in a technical or engineering field</li></ul><br><div><br></div>

Senior New Energy Program Manager – SREC / VPP

<div><span style="font-size:16px;">A Staff PPC Engineer is responsible for design and development of Geli’s power plant control and data acquisition systems. This position is focused on creation of productized yet customizable SCADA solutions for utility scale storage and PV + storage applications and will lead the creation of a new in-house SCADA offering utilizing Geli’s existing control &amp; communication architecture as well as off-the-shelf industry components. This position will work closely with our control and software engineering team while supporting external stakeholders in System Integration and Project Development teams. This is a high-visibility, high-impact position in a fast-growing team with an opportunity to contribute to overall project execution and corporate vision of renewable growth. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with demonstrated success in similar roles previously.</span></div><br><br><h3>RESPONSIBILITIES </h3><ul><li>Develop and implement PPC code for PV and BESS systems. </li><li>Engage with internal and external teams, Utilities and ISOs to negotiate points lists. </li><li>Test configuration on a Typhoon Hardware in Loop. </li><li>Develop test plan and automated tests. </li><li>Aid in documenting functions and features of PPC. </li><li>Review documentation and provide feedback to clients and subcontractors. </li><li>Coordinate onsite testing and commissioning. </li><li>Engage in planning meetings with team. </li></ul><h3>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS </h3><ul><li>Degree in Power System, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation or Computer Engineering. </li><li>5 + yrs. experience interacting with Utilities, ISO’s, IPP’s in the US market. </li><li>Field experience deploying PPC/SCADA systems for renewable projects in the US. </li><li>Strong understanding of network communication architectures, protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA). </li><li>Has worked with NERC, FERC and reliability standards. </li><li>Experience programming HMI, PLC, IEDs, ION meters, and RTU devices. </li><li>Interpret schematics, and block diagrams for networking, controls and electrical systems. </li><li>Familiarity with electrical modeling &amp; simulation tools like PSSE, PSCAD, ETAP. </li></ul><h3>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS </h3><ul><li>Demonstrated experience deploying Utility-scale projects for Solar, Wind, or Energy Storage markets. </li><li>Passionate about solving customers’ problems. </li><li>Understands the value of hypotheses, experimentation, and learning. </li><li>Strong work &amp; teamwork ethic. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills. </li></ul><br>

Staff PPC SCADA Engineer

<div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., is one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology &amp; Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm and a Top 7 business enterprise in South Korea. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Our mission is to provide affordable and smart energy solutions through technology and innovation to create a sustainable future for the planet. We are expanding our business by offering revolutionary energy systems to residential customers including ESS, MLPE (power optimizers, micro-inverters), EV charging solutions, and Smart IoT with world-class solutions. </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>POSITION OVERVIEW</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Future Energy Technology Center (FETC) is looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer to work on new power electronics development in renewable energy, EV charging, energy storage, IoT, and more. You will implement firmware and control algorithms in bare metal systems to control power stages ranging from a few hundred of watts to megawatts, implement communication algorithms and support firmware from R&amp;D stage to production. You will also be tasked to develop FW for the SoCs that provide network communication.</span></div><br><br><h3>RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><ul><li>Develop and debug modular low-level, real-time, and low-latency firmware in C</li><li>Develop control algorithms for power electronics products: solar converters, EV chargers, energy storage, etc.</li><li>Design and implement communication protocols based on UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and possibly higher level comm like PLC, BT, and UWB</li><li>Participate in board bring-up, debugging, testing, and code optimization</li><li>Collaborate with all other engineering teams (electrical, mechanical, controls)</li><li>Support generation of software specifications and design documents</li><li>Support project schedules and timelines</li></ul><h3>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>BS or MS in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science, or equivalent</li><li>3+ years of professional firmware/software development experience</li><li>Experience with embedded systems compilers, debuggers, and IDEs</li><li>Experience developing embedded device drivers including ADC, GPIO, PWM, UART, SPI, WiFi, cellular, etc.</li><li>Understanding of workings of RTOS or schedulers</li><li>Strong team player able to work in code sets with multiple developers</li><li>Ability to integrate and troubleshoot existing code</li><li> Ability to debug complex system-level issues and drive solutions</li><li>Experience with communication protocols</li><li>Experience with lab equipment: meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, logic analyzers, etc.</li><li>Basic understanding of schematics and circuit diagrams</li><li>Experience with git, JIRA, and related workflows</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork in cross-functional environments</li><li>Strong communication skills, with good knowledge of spoken and written English</li></ul><h3>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>Experience in developing firmware in power electronics projects such as motor control/drives, AC/DC and DC/DC converters, etc.</li><li>Knowledge of continuous time and discrete time control and its implementation in embedded environments</li><li>Knowledge of scripting languages or any other high-level languages</li><li>Knowledge of FPGA programming and ASIC development</li><li>Experience in mobile app integration for data collection and visualization</li><li>Experience in cloud data storage</li></ul><br><div><br></div>

Senior Firmware Engineer

<div>Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., is one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology &amp; Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm and a Top 7 business enterprise in South Korea. </div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Our mission is to provide affordable and smart energy solutions through technology and innovation to create a sustainable future for the planet. We are expanding our business by offering revolutionary energy systems to residential customers including ESS, MLPE (power optimizers, micro-inverters), EV charging solutions, and Smart IoT with world-class solutions. </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>POSITION OVERVIEW</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Future Energy Technology Center (FETC) is seeking a Lead Firmware Engineer to work on new power electronics development in renewable energy, EV charging, energy storage, and more. You will implement firmware and control algorithms in bare metal systems to control power stages ranging from a few hundred watts to megawatts, implement communication algorithms, and support firmware from the R&amp;D stage to production. Additional responsibilities include designing and maintaining firmware architecture across multiple platforms and mentoring other firmware engineers.</span></div><br><br><h3>RESPONSIBILITIES </h3><ul><li>Develop and debug modular low-level, real-time, and low-latency firmware in C.</li><li>Develop control algorithms for power electronics products: solar converters, EV chargers, energy storage, etc.</li><li>Drive modular and scalable embedded firmware architecture to support multiple hardware platforms.</li><li>Design and implement communication protocols based on UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and higher level comm like PLC, BT.</li><li>Lead board bring-up, debug, test, and code optimization.</li><li>Collaborate with all other engineering teams (electrical, mechanical, controls).</li><li>Generate software specifications and design documents.</li><li>Lead project schedules and timelines.</li><li>Lead and mentor other firmware engineers.</li><li>Support design reviews and DFMEA activities.</li><li>Build advanced simulation and validation capabilities (Typhoon HIL, PLECs RTbox, Matlab speedgoat, or similar).</li></ul><h3>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS </h3><ul><li>BS or MS in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science, or equivalent.</li><li>5+ years of professional firmware/embedded software development experience.</li><li>Experience with embedded systems compilers, debuggers, IDE's.</li><li>Experience developing embedded device drivers including ADC, GPIO, PWM, UART, SPI, etc.</li><li>Experience working with RTOS or implementing schedulers.</li><li>Exceptional ability to work with multiple developers on multiple codesets.</li><li>Ability to integrate and troubleshoot existing code.</li><li>Ability to debug complex system-level issues and drive solutions.</li><li>Experience implementing communication protocols.</li><li>Experience with lab equipment: meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, logic analyzers, etc.</li><li>Good understanding of schematics and circuit diagrams.</li><li>Experience leading workflow with git and JIRA.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork in cross-functional environments.</li><li>Strong communication skills, with good knowledge of spoken and written English.</li><li>Knowledge of scripting languages for test development.</li></ul><h3>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS </h3><ul><li>Experience developing firmware in power electronics projects such as motor control/drives, AC/DC and DC/DC converters, etc.</li><li>Knowledge of continuous time and discrete time control and its implementation in embedded environments.</li><li>Experience with Software in the loop (SIL) and hardware in the loop (HIL) testing.</li><li>Experience with FPGA programming and ASIC development</li><li>Experience with digital signal processing</li></ul><br>

Lead Firmware Engineer

<div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., is one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology &amp; Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm and a Top 7 business enterprise in South Korea. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> Our mission is to provide affordable and smart energy solutions through technology and innovation to create a sustainable future for the planet. We are expanding our business by offering revolutionary energy systems to residential customers including ESS, MLPE (power optimizers, micro-inverters), EV charging solutions, and Smart IoT with world-class solutions. </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>POSITION OVERVIEW</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">The Compliance Engineer is responsible for ensuring Hardware products (solar, storage) comply with the regulations in all markets where we sell them. The job requires keeping up with new additions to relevant standards and compliance requirements for new products designed for the US and other countries. The Sr. Compliance Engineer is responsible for providing compliance-related inputs during the design and debugging stages and ensuring the final certification of the product.</span></div><br><br><h3>RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><ul><li> Working within a dynamic power electronics product development team, and leading the development of new and advanced products, as well as existing products. </li><li>Adhering to meetings, documentation, testing, samples, and certification with 3rd party manufacturers. </li><li>Responsible for product UL/NRTL certification projects.</li><li>Run mechanical, electrical, environmental, and performance tests using environmental chambers, tensile testers, load cells, power supplies, and other measuring/data acquisition/testing equipment to best suit the test objectives. </li><li>Craft test plans, collect and summarize detailed data for all tests, and write test reports. </li><li>Work cross-functionally with customers, product design, manufacturing, quality, product management, and marketing teams. </li><li>Participating in working sessions on relevant standards (UL, IEEE).</li><li>Excellent project management aptitude.</li><li>Proven self-starter: identifies issues and creates solutions.</li><li>Ability to communicate and collaborate across functional groups and diverse audiences, while working in a dynamic team and project-focused environment.</li></ul><h3>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>B.S. or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical or related field</li><li>3+ years of compliance certification experience</li><li>Solid knowledge of power electronics systems, certification, and applications</li><li>Experience with either of the following UL1741, UL1547, UL1642, IEEE 1547, and other relevant power electronics industry codes and standards</li><li>Knowledge of power electronics</li></ul><h3>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>M.S. or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical or related field</li><li>Certification experience in the solar, electric vehicle, or battery storage industry</li><li>Experience with the following UL1741, UL 1547, UL 1642, IEEE 1547, and other relevant power electronics industry codes and standards</li><li>Experience with CSA IEC, NEC, IEEE 2030.5, and other relevant power electronics industry codes and standards</li><li>Proficient in power electronics and power conversion topologies</li><li>Experience in product design, testing, certification, and production support</li><li>EMI /EMC Certification requirements for global markets</li><li>Startup experience</li></ul><br>

Compliance Engineer

<div>Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., is one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology &amp; Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm and a Top 7 business enterprise in South Korea. </div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Our mission is to provide affordable and smart energy solutions through technology and innovation to create a sustainable future for the planet. We are expanding our business by offering revolutionary energy systems to residential customers including ESS, MLPE (power optimizers, micro-inverters), EV charging solutions, and Smart IoT with world-class solutions. </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>POSITION OVERVIEW</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Future Energy Technology Center (FETC) is looking for a Firmware Engineer to work on new power electronics development in renewable energy, EV charging, energy storage, IoT and more. You will implement firmware and control algorithms in bare metal systems to control power stages ranging from a few hundred watts to megawatts, implement communication algorithms and support firmware from R&amp;D stage to production. You will also be tasked to develop FW for the SoCs that provide network communication.</span></div><br><br><h3>RESPONSIBILITIES </h3><ul><li>Develop and debug modular low-level, real-time and low-latency firmware in C.</li><li>Develop control algorithms for power electronics products: solar converters, EV chargers, energy storage, etc.</li><li>Design and implement communication protocols based on UART, SPI, I2C, CAN and possible higher level comm like PLC, BT, and UWB.</li><li>Participate in board bring-up, debug, test, and code optimization.</li><li>Collaborate with all other engineering teams (electrical, mechanical, controls).</li><li>Support generation of software specifications and design documents.</li><li>Support project schedules and timelines.</li></ul><h3>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS </h3><ul><li>BS or MS in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science, or equivalent.</li><li>3+ years of professional firmware/software development experience.</li><li>Experience with embedded systems compilers, debuggers, IDE's.</li><li>Experience developing embedded device drivers including ADC, GPIO, PWM, UART, SPI, WiFi, cellular, etc.</li><li>Understanding of workings of RTOS or schedulers.</li><li>Strong team player able to work in codesets with multiple developers.</li><li>Ability to integrate and troubleshoot existing code.</li><li>Ability to debug complex system-level issues and drive solutions.</li><li>Experience with communication protocols.</li><li>Experience with lab equipment: meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, logic analyzers, etc.</li><li>Basic understanding of schematics and circuit diagrams.</li><li>Experience with git, JIRA, and related workflows.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork in cross-functional environments.</li><li>Strong communication skills, with good knowledge of spoken and written English.</li></ul><h3>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS </h3><ul><li>Experience in developing firmware in power electronics projects such as motor control/drives, AC/DC and DC/DC converters, etc.</li><li>Knowledge of continuous time and discrete time control and its implementation in embedded environments.</li><li>Knowledge of scripting languages or any other high level languages.</li><li>Knowledge of FPGA programming and ASIC development</li><li>Experience in mobile app integration for data collection and visualization.</li><li>Experience in cloud data storage</li></ul><br>

Firmware Engineer - Wireless Support

<div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., is one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology &amp; Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm and a Top 7 business enterprise in South Korea.  </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Our mission is to provide affordable and smart energy solutions through technology and innovation to create a sustainable future for the planet. We are expanding our business by offering revolutionary energy systems to residential customers including ESS, MLPE (power optimizers, micro-inverters), EV charging solutions, and Smart IoT with world-class solutions. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><b style="font-size:12pt;">POSITION OVERVIEW</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">The Senior Firmware Manager will be involved in the firmware design and implementation for renewable energy products such as photovoltaic (PV) inverters, electric vehicle (EV) chargers, energy storage systems, and system communication.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">The ideal candidate is both a skilled individual contributor and an adept team leader, especially as we pursue rapid expansion, and should possess expert-level proficiency in writing C software for microcontrollers. We strongly favor candidates with prior experience in power electronics systems, as well as exposure to renewable energy, EV charging, and energy storage.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">The responsibilities for this role include developing firmware using C code and ensuring the delivery of high-quality embedded code. Additionally, the candidate will play a crucial role in designing the software architecture.</span></div><br><br><h3>RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><ul><li>Manage a firmware/software team to develop and validate product firmware.</li><li>Hire, train, mentor, and manage a team of highly skilled development and validation engineers.</li><li>Manage team development schedules and resources.</li><li>Support design reviews and DFMEA activities.</li><li>Lead your team to build advanced simulation and validation capabilities.</li><li>Work with cross-functional stakeholders to define and develop internally and externally requested features</li><li>Develop and debug low-level real-time and low-latency firmware in C.</li><li>Board bring-up, debug, test, and code optimization.</li><li>Ability for software integration and troubleshooting.</li><li>Implement control algorithms for power electronics products.</li><li>Design and implement protocols for system communications of new products.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electrical, mechanical, controls).</li><li>Write software specifications and design documents.</li><li>Generate and maintain accurate project schedules and timelines.</li></ul><h3>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>BS or MS in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science, or the equivalent</li><li>7+ years of professional firmware/software development experience, including leading a team of firmware engineers.</li><li>Ability to Develop and debug low-level real-time and low-latency firmware in C.</li><li>Experience with the embedded systems: compilers, debuggers, IDE's</li><li>Experience with communication protocols and their drivers such as PLC, SPI, GPIO, timers, PWM, USB, I2C, CAN, Modbus, Ethernet, and WiFi.</li><li>Implement control algorithms for power electronics products.</li><li>Experience with oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.</li><li>Expert software fundamentals including architectural design, algorithm development, data structures, code modularity, and maintainability.</li><li>Ability to debug complex system-level issues and drive solutions.</li><li>Good understanding of electronics and ability to read/comprehend electronic circuit diagrams &amp; PCB layout drawings as well as board bringing up and debugging.</li><li>Experience in leadership or project management with respect to FW/SW-oriented projects such as bug tracking in Jira, revision control via git, etc.</li></ul><h3>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>Support the development of DFMEA and other quality documents.</li><li>Experience seeing a project through from conception to completion and delivering safety-critical software.</li><li>Systems-level critical thinking and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Advanced experience with scripting language (Python, shell).</li><li>Familiarity with ARM Cortex microprocessor cores.</li><li>Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced development environment.</li><li>Demonstrated the ability to transition from theoretical to implementation-based thinking.</li><li>Very strong analytical skills and detail-oriented.</li><li>Hands-on experience in developing and building proof of concepts for feasibility assessments.</li><li>Facilitate technical discussions and communicate issues clearly and effectively between the customers and the global project teams.</li></ul><br><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:10pt;">PHYSICAL, MENTAL &amp; ENVIRONMENTAL   DEMANDS:</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of   1973 the essential physical, mental, and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements </span>normally expected<span style="font-size:10pt;"> to perform </span>regular<span style="font-size:10pt;"> job duties. Incumbents must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Mobility</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Standing 20% of the time </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Sitting 70% of the time </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Walking 10% of the time </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Strength</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Pulling up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Pushing up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Carrying up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Lifting up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Dexterity</b><span style="font-size:10pt;"> </span><b style="font-size:10pt;">(F = Frequently, O =     Occasionally, N = Never)</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Typing</span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Handling</span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Reaching: F</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Agility</b><span style="font-size:10pt;"> </span><b style="font-size:10pt;">(F = Frequently, O =     Occasionally, N = Never)</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Turning</span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Twisting</span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Bending: O</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Crouching</span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">: O</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Balancing: </span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">N</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Climbing: </span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">N</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Crawling: </span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">N</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Kneeling: </span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">N</span></div>

Senior Firmware Manager

<div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., is one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology &amp; Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm and a Top 7 business enterprise in South Korea.  </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Our mission is to provide affordable and smart energy solutions through technology and innovation to create a sustainable future for the planet. We are expanding our business by offering revolutionary energy systems to residential customers including ESS, MLPE (power optimizers, micro-inverters), EV charging solutions, and Smart IoT with world-class solutions. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><b style="font-size:12pt;">POSITION OVERVIEW</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">The Senior Firmware Manager will be involved in the firmware design and implementation for renewable energy products such as photovoltaic (PV) inverters, electric vehicle (EV) chargers, energy storage systems, and system communication.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">The ideal candidate is both a skilled individual contributor and an adept team leader, especially as we pursue rapid expansion, and should possess expert-level proficiency in writing C software for microcontrollers. We strongly favor candidates with prior experience in power electronics systems, as well as exposure to renewable energy, EV charging, and energy storage.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">The responsibilities for this role include developing firmware using C code and ensuring the delivery of high-quality embedded code. Additionally, the candidate will play a crucial role in designing the software architecture.</span></div><br><br><h3>RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><ul><li>Manage a firmware/software team to develop and validate product firmware.</li><li>Hire, train, mentor, and manage a team of highly skilled development and validation engineers.</li><li>Manage team development schedules and resources.</li><li>Support design reviews and DFMEA activities.</li><li>Lead your team to build advanced simulation and validation capabilities.</li><li>Work with cross-functional stakeholders to define and develop internally and externally requested features</li><li>Develop and debug low-level real-time and low-latency firmware in C.</li><li>Board bring-up, debug, test, and code optimization.</li><li>Ability for software integration and troubleshooting.</li><li>Implement control algorithms for power electronics products.</li><li>Design and implement protocols for system communications of new products.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electrical, mechanical, controls).</li><li>Write software specifications and design documents.</li><li>Generate and maintain accurate project schedules and timelines.</li></ul><h3>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>7+ years of professional firmware development experience, including leading a team </li><li>BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent</li><li>Expertise in Power Electronics</li><li>Develop, and debug low-level real-time and low-latency firmware in C and software fundamentals</li><li>Experience with the embedded systems and communication protocols and their drivers </li><li>Implement control algorithms for power electronics products</li><li>Ability to debug complex system-level issues and drive solutions</li></ul><h3>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h3><ul><li>Support the development of DFMEA </li><li>Advanced experience with scripting language (Python, shell)</li><li>Familiarity with ARM Cortex microprocessor cores</li></ul><br><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:10pt;">PHYSICAL, MENTAL &amp; ENVIRONMENTAL   DEMANDS:</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of   1973 the essential physical, mental, and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements </span>normally expected<span style="font-size:10pt;"> to perform </span>regular<span style="font-size:10pt;"> job duties. Incumbents must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Mobility</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Standing 20% of the time </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Sitting 70% of the time </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Walking 10% of the time </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Strength</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Pulling up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Pushing up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Carrying up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Lifting up to 10 Pounds </span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Dexterity</b><span style="font-size:10pt;"> </span><b style="font-size:10pt;">(F = Frequently, O =     Occasionally, N = Never)</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Typing</span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Handling</span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Reaching: F</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Agility</b><span style="font-size:10pt;"> </span><b style="font-size:10pt;">(F = Frequently, O =     Occasionally, N = Never)</b></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Turning</span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Twisting</span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">: F</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Bending: O</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Crouching</span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">: O</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Balancing: </span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">N</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Climbing: </span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">N</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Crawling: </span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">N</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Kneeling: </span><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">N</span></div>

Sr. Firmware Manager

<div>Qcells is on the lookout for a Residential VPP Programs, Rates &amp; Policy Analyst to enhance our Product Management team. This role is essential in bolstering our Virtual Power Plant (VPP) business by meticulously tracking and analyzing rates, VPP, and Demand Response programs throughout the US market. Your key responsibilities will include identifying advantageous policies to incentivize our products and devising strategies to minimize hardware costs, thereby increasing our market competitiveness and operational efficiency.</div><div> </div><div>As a Residential Programs and Rates Analyst at Qcells, you will play a central role in our Virtual Power Plant (VPP) business development. Your responsibilities will extend beyond tracking and analyzing standard rates, VPP, and Demand Response programs across the US market. You will be deeply involved in nuanced rate analysis, focusing on emerging and dynamic rate structures such as NEM 3.0, Residential Electrification Rates, Time-of-Use (TOU) tariffs, and other evolving rate frameworks. </div><div><br></div><div>This role demands a keen insight into how these rates impact both the economic and technical feasibility of VPP programs. Your expertise will guide the creation of Product Requirements Documents, ensuring our VPP solutions are economically viable, technically sound, and aligned with the latest market regulations. Your work will be pivotal in navigating the renewable energy landscape, enabling Qcells to adapt to regulatory changes and launch successful, competitive VPP solutions in the market.</div><br><br><h3>RESPONSIBILITIES:</h3><ul><li>Market Research: Conduct in-depth analysis of the residential electricity rates, VPP, and Demand Response programs across various US states.</li><li>Policy Identification: Identify and interpret relevant energy policies and incentives impacting the residential solar and energy storage markets. Conduct a thorough analysis of local, state, and federal energy policies; assess impacts on VPP and renewable energy markets.</li><li>Active Industry Representation: Represent Qcells at high-profile industry forums such as the VGIC Council and VP3, influencing policy discussions and networking with key stakeholders.</li><li>Utility Rate Structure Expertise: Deep dive into utility rate structures, identifying opportunities and challenges for VPP integration and profitability.</li><li>GHG Emissions Tracking: Develop and manage strategies for tracking and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with industry standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Carbon-Free Energy Product Development: Contribute to the creation and implementation of 24x7 Carbon-Free Energy Products, aligning with sustainability goals.</li><li>SREC Management: Oversee the acquisition, tracking, and management of Solar Renewable Energy Certificates, ensuring compliance and optimizing benefits.</li><li>Strategic Analysis: Use data-driven insights to recommend strategies for product cost reduction and market penetration.</li><li>Cross-functional Collaboration: Work alongside sales, marketing, engineering, and other teams to integrate market insights into product development and marketing strategies.</li><li>Reporting and Communication: Present analytical reports and actionable recommendations to the management team.</li></ul><h3>CORE COMPETENCIES:</h3><ul><li>Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex data sets and extract meaningful insights.</li><li>GHG and CFE Solutions</li><li>Knowledge and experience in GHG emissions tracking and reporting using frameworks such as CalFuse or WattTime.</li><li>Familiarity with Carbon-Free Energy Products and their market dynamics.</li><li>Experience in managing and optimizing SREC portfolios.</li><li>Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to research and data interpretation.</li><li>Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop effective strategies based on market analysis.</li><li>Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective reporting and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions and regulatory environments.</li></ul><h3>QUALIFICATIONS:</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field such as Energy Policy, Environmental Science, Engineering, or Business.</li><li>Minimum of 3 years of product management experience in a technology-focused environment such as the energy sector, renewable energy, or asset management.</li><li>Proven experience in utilities, with a focus on energy policy and utility rate structures.</li><li>Deep understanding of VPP programs and renewable energy market dynamics.</li><li>Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies.</li><li>Exceptional communication and public speaking skills, with experience in representing organizations at industry forums.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and projects.</li><li>Strategic mindset with a focus on long-term market trends and policy impacts</li></ul><br>

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