HV Designer - Level 1

Qcells; California (MO); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA) invites applications for an HV Designer - Level 1 in Houston, TX. The role supports the E&C team, focusing on HV substation and transmission design. The position offers a remote schedule with office coordination from Houston and a Monday–Friday workweek.

The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree and AutoCAD proficiency, with up to two years of HV design experience and strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• An associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Entry level or up to 2 years of engineering design experience in the high voltage substation or transmission.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD is required.
• Strong command of English language both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop detailed HV substation or transmission drawings.
• Substation experience with equipment layouts, single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, trench sections, general arrangement and elevations.
• Transmission line drawings including Plan & Profiles, structures, phasing, and KMZ routes.
• Prepare drawings for civil and structural elements of substation or transmission design as needed.
• Prepare various reports such as bill of materials and basis of design.

Skills

Strong English communication

Team player

Safety & quality mindset

MS Office

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

Title: HV Designer - Level 1
Department: Engineering Center
Location: Houston, TX
Supervisor: CAD Automation Engineering Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Permanent, Full-Time

Work Status: Remote

HV DESIGNER - LEVEL 1

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Houston, TX, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and BESS projects nationwide. Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.

Qcells USA's complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Module, Development, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures that Qcells USA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply chain in the U.S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.

As an integral part of the global Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomerates in South Korea.

SUMMARY

The HV Designer - Level 1 will provide engineering support to the E&C team and is responsible for assisting in all stages of project substation or transmission design. This position reports to the CAD Automation Engineering Manager, or another management personnel that the President of the Company may designate. This position reports to the Houston office but will maintain a remote schedule of working out of their home office. Working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm local time.

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

• Design and develop detailed HV substation or transmission drawings.
• Substation experience with drawings such as equipment layouts, single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, trench section drawings, general arrangement, and elevations.
• Transmission line experience with drawings such as Plan & Profiles, structures, phasing, and KMZ routes.
• Prepare initial and advanced design concepts during the proposal stage of projects with minimal information or guidance
• Prepare drawings for civil, and structural elements of substation or transmission design as needed
• Prepare various reports and documents such as bill of materials, basis of design, and studies as needed.
• Plays a key role in the development of CAD standards, considering the needs of both engineering and design departments
• Efficiently simplify project tasks within their discipline, enhancing productivity
• Play a significant role in the Quality Assurance/Quality Control process, proactively taking ownership of project and task quality
• Sustain excellent relationships with clients on behalf of the company
• Uphold high standards of professionalism and ethics within the organization
• Commit to continuous learning to stay updated with current issues
• Participate in safety training sessions and adheres to safety rules and guidelines
• Work in a team to develop and improve the system standards
• Assist with technical training for team members and new employees
• Build a quality culture of continuous improvement that enhances company efficiency and engineering quality
• Drive a safety culture that embraces both a "Responsibility to act" and "Show by Example" approach;
• Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• An associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
• Entry level or up to 2 years of engineering design experience in the high voltage substation or transmission
• Relevant work experience in the electrical or physical design of substations or transmission lines
• Proficiency with AutoCAD is required
• Must have excellent technical communication abilities, including reading technical literature and engineering plans
• Strong in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong command of English language both written and spoken
• Assertive, able to cope with pressure, a team player

EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
• Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
• Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
• Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
• Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
• Travel: up to 10% as needed

EXAMPLES OF WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regular professional, office business setting
• Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting)
• Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite)
• Under the Office Mobilization Plan (OMP) policy, the role may transition to an onsite or hybrid arrangement, as determined by business needs and the Head of Department

Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

It is important to note that the job descriptions provided by Qcells USA Corp are not intended to be comprehensive lists of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the positions. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice, reflecting our dynamic and evolving work environment.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Hanwha Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at [e-mail].

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

This job position is specific to Qcells USA Corp. only and not any other Hanwha affiliates. The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. If candidates are considered for a nationwide role, then the compensation range will follow the marketability of the job function within those states. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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