Solar Module Equipment Engineer — Automation & Maintenance

Qcells USA Corp.; Cartersville (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Qcells USA Corp. in Cartersville, GA is seeking a Module Equipment Engineer responsible for the manufacturing of solar modules, including soldering, inspection, mechanical assembly, and machinery management, to meet high industry standards and tight schedules.

You will run diagnostics, commission control systems, perform preventive maintenance, utilize SolidWorks for parts modeling, and collaborate across teams to improve reliability and reduce costs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of relative experience.
• Machine design experience including bearings, drive trains, and fabricated components.
• SolidWorks proficiency including explorer, sheet metal, toolbox, BOMs and weldments.
• Materials knowledge (corrosion, failure mechanisms, strength of materials).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office; familiarity with project management tools.
• Experience with finite element or mechanical analysis software; Synergis Adept desirable.

Responsibilities

• Run diagnostic tests and repair malfunctioning equipment in plant automation.
• Commission control systems and troubleshoot operational issues; calibrate instruments.
• Perform preventive maintenance and manage spares; input data into CMMS; manage work orders.
• Create solid models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks CAD guidelines.
• Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, motor, and motor control problems.
• Conduct root cause failure analysis and design improvements.
• Identify critical machine components and analyze design features for reliability.
• Drive operational improvement and cost reduction through better control schemes.
• Complete work orders and collaborate with team members to repair equipment.
• Support development, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of solar module equipment.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

MS Office

Project management tools

Synergis Adept

Finite element

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks explorer

Sheet metal

Weldments

Job description

Qcells USA Corp. in Cartersville, GA is seeking a Module Equipment Engineer responsible for the manufacturing of solar modules, including soldering, inspection, mechanical assembly, and machinery management, to meet high industry standards and tight schedules.

You will run diagnostics, commission control systems, perform preventive maintenance, utilize SolidWorks for parts modeling, and collaborate across teams to improve reliability and reduce costs.