Junior Quality Control Engineer

Intertek CEA; Arlington Heights, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Intertek CEA is seeking a Junior Quality Control Engineer for a remote role with frequent travel within the United States. The position involves conducting quality control audits and inspections at solar PV manufacturing sites to ensure compliance with client standards during production processes.

The role requires a BS in engineering or physics (or equivalent) with knowledge of PV modules, testing techniques, and safety practices.

Qualifications

• B.S. in engineering or physics (4-year degree) or equivalent.
• Understanding PV modules and systems.
• Experience with testing techniques and safety practices.
• Excellent communication and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Travel to facilities to perform production QC audits of solar PV products.
• Conduct visual inspections to ensure specifications are met.
• Verify BOM and monitor inline production processes.
• Oversee pre-shipment inspections and packaging.
• Support lab testing and ensure alignment with client requirements.
• Generate and submit detailed QC reports after audits.
• Address client QC requests and provide additional services.
• Collaborate with back-office teams across projects.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Safety practices

Manual inspection

Education

B.S. in engineering or physics (4-year degree)

NABCEP certification

Tools

I-V Curve Tracing

Megger Testing

Infrared Scanning

Visual Inspection

Multimeter Use

Microsoft Office

Job description

Junior Quality Control Engineer - Remote w/frequent travel (Must live in the United States)

Intertek's Clean Energy Associates (CEA) serves as a trusted partner to some of the world’s leading solar project developers, owners and financiers, providing a range of services across the value chain. These services include quality assurance, supply chain management and traceability as well as technical support to clean energy projects.

CEA also serves clean energy equipment suppliers and manufacturers, helping them grow and navigate the key manufacturing challenges that are critical for their success. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world.

We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. Learn more @ www.intertekcea.com

What are we looking for?

The Junior Quality Control Engineer will conduct quality control audits and inspections at manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance with client standards and specifications during the production process of solar PV components. This role involves onsite monitoring, visual inspections, and documentation to ensure the quality and reliability of solar products. They will work closely with internal and external teams, leveraging a strong attention to detail and a focus on maintaining high standards in manufacturing environments

The Junior Quality Control Engineer could also engage in field work and be responsible for executing onsite solar PV projects including PV module testing, inspections, audits, commissioning verification, troubleshooting, etc. Candidate will be responsible for executing work within all technical, commercial, safety regulatory, and environmental requirements to meet or exceed client’s expectations.

The candidate should also be able to troubleshoot issues that may arise during testing, resolve conflicts, communicate effectively virtually with colleagues and coordinate work with client’s representatives onsite, be comfortable working in a group environment, and willing to put in extra effort to coordinate activities across time zones.

Shift/Schedule: Variable. This position will travel up to 75% of the time.

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you'll do:

• Travel to manufacturing facilities to perform production quality control audits and inspections on solar PV products and components.
• Conduct visual inspections using established quality control checklists to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Verify Bill of Materials (BOM) and monitor inline production processes.
• Oversee pre-shipment inspections, packaging, and loading processes for finished products.
• Support internal and external laboratory testing efforts, ensuring alignment with client requirements.
• Generate and submit detailed QC reports promptly following audits.
• Address client-specific QC requests and provide additional services as needed within defined scopes of work.
• Collaborate with back-office teams to support cross-functional projects in quality control, finance, and operations.
• This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• B.S. in engineering or physics (4-year engineering/science degree)
• An understanding of the components and operation of PV modules and systems
• Experience with I-V Curve Tracing, Megger Testing, Infrared Scanning, Visual Inspection, Multimeter Use and safety practices while conducting inspections and/or commissioning work
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal); diligent record-keeping; proficient Microsoft Office and computer skills
• OSHA 10/30 certification, fall protection training, and training in arc-flash, lock-out/tag-out, and other special protective equipment and procedures desirable
• Ability to work outdoors in harsh conditions including but not limited to desert areas, winter conditions, nighttime work, long hours standing, climbing stairs and ladders
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards)
• Intertek is not able to provide visa sponsorship or work authorization support for this position Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future sponsorship
• Ability to travel out of town the majority of the time
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
• This is a remote position; however, applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Experience in PV testing/inspection, O&M, or electrician experience with C&I and/or utility scaled PV systems
• Experience in interpreting EL images and/or I-V curve traces and/or testing PV modules and cells
• NABCEP certification

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.