Senior Solar Module Equipment Engineer

Qcells North America; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Qcells North America seeks a Sr. Module Equipment Engineer to support solar module manufacturing, including soldering, inspection, mechanical assembly, and machinery management. You will run diagnostics, calibrate instrumentation, perform maintenance, and develop CAD models for reliability improvements.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering and 5+ years of related experience. Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks) and materials knowledge are essential in a fast-paced, climate-controlled

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is required.
• 5+ years of relative experience in module equipment or manufacturing engineering.
• Machine design experience including bearings, drive train components, and fabrication.
• SolidWorks skills including explorer, sheet metal, toolbox, weldments, BOM.
• Materials knowledge (corrosion, failure mechanisms, strength of materials) is critical.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office; familiarity with project management tools.
• Experience with PDM systems; Synergis Adept desirable.
• Able to work in fast-paced environment and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Run diagnostic tests and repair malfunctioning equipment across plant automation.
• Commission control systems; troubleshoot issues; calibrate instrumentation.
• Perform preventative maintenance and manage CMMS data and work orders.
• Design CAD models and drawings using SolidWorks and related tools.
• Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, motors and motor controls.
• Conduct root cause failure analyses and propose design improvements.
• Identify critical components and analyze design features for reliability.
• Drive operational improvements and cost reductions in control schemes.
• Complete work orders and collaborate with team on repairs.
• Support development, maintenance, and improvement of solar module equipment.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks explorer

Sheet metal

Weldments

Bill of Materials

AutoCAD

MS Office

Synergis Adept

PDM

Job description

Qcells North America seeks a Sr. Module Equipment Engineer to support solar module manufacturing, including soldering, inspection, mechanical assembly, and machinery management. You will run diagnostics, calibrate instrumentation, perform maintenance, and develop CAD models for reliability improvements.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering and 5+ years of related experience. Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks) and materials knowledge are essential in a fast-paced, climate-controlled