Field Engineer (Nationwide Travel)

Qcells EPC; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive per diem

Company vehicle

Annual bonus

Rotational program

Company medical with HSA contributions

Dental and vision coverage

Life and disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Education reimbursement

Cell phone reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp is seeking Field Engineers to support upcoming solar and BESS EPC projects across the United States. Engineers will be placed on project sites for 8–12 months per assignment and then transition to the next project.

The role is fully on-site with typical hours Monday–Friday 8:00am–5:00pm local time, with overtime and weekend work as needed. Authorization to work in the U.S. is required; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent construction experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Procore or similar PM tools.
• Ability to collaborate effectively to ensure project success.
• Proven ability to generate and deliver project reports.
• Familiar with standard field concepts, practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support Site Managers and Superintendents in daily construction activities.
• Assist with project coordination, logistics, and material tracking.
• Review drawings and ensure alignment with project plans.
• Track production, progress, and key project metrics.
• Support safety and quality efforts on site.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and internal teams.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Collaborative teamwork

Project tracking

On-site field execution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

High School Diploma or GED

Relevant utility-scale construction experience (in lieu of degree)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore or similar PM tools

Job description

Description

Field Engineer: 100% Nationwide Travel

Join Hanwha Qcells USA Corp and support the build of utility-scale solar and energy storage projects across the U.S. This is an evergreen posting for current and futureproject needs across our solar and BESS EPC portfolio. We are actively building a pipeline of qualified Field Engineers to support upcoming work. You'll have the opportunity to lead impactful work, strengthen your expertise, and grow your careers alongside one of the fastest-moving clean energy teams in the industry.

IMPORTANT: Travel & Relocation Requirement

• 100% nationwide travel is required
• You will relocate to project sites for 8–12 months at a time
• This is a fully on-site, field-based role
• Candidates must be comfortable with a project-to-project travel lifestyle

Summary

This is an opportunity supporting upcoming solar and BESS EPC projects across the U.S. Field Engineers are placed on project sites for the duration of the build (typically 8–12 months) and then transition to the next project.

This is onsite, working on the project site, working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm local time or other working hours the site may establish. Overtime and weekend working hours will be required as needed.

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

• Support Site Managers and Superintendents in daily construction activities
• Assist with project coordination, logistics, and material tracking
• Review drawings and help ensure work aligns with project plans
• Track production, progress, and key project metrics
• Support safety and quality efforts on site
• Coordinate with subcontractors and internal teams

Required Qualifications

• HighSchoolDiploma/GEDrequired.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, relevant utility scale construction experience is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Familiarity with construction/project management tools (e.g., Procore or similar)
• Abilityanddesiretoworkcollaborativelytoensuresuccessfulprojectexecution.
• Provenabilitytogenerateanddeliverreportsthatprovideusefulinsightintoprojectdetails.
• Familiarwithstandardconcepts,practices,andprocedureswithinthefield
• Abilitytorelyonexperienceandjudgmenttoplanandaccomplishgoals
• Excellentcommunicationandorganizationalskills

Benefits

• Competitive per diem rate
• Company vehicle provided
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Rotational program
• Employer paid medical plan options with company HSA contributions
• Employer paid base dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life, AD&D, short term and long term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Generous paid time off, paid sick leave, company holidays and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Education reimbursementprogram
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and additional paid leave benefits

EXAMPLE OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.)
• Able to walk or move continuously while carrying 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time

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, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations [e-mail].