Design Engineer

This is your chance to join the rapidly growing commercial solar energy business. FLEXRACK by Qcells is an integrated solar company that offers custom-designed, fixed tilt ground mount and single-axis solar tracking systems in the commercial and utility-scale solar mounting industries. FLEXRACK by Qcells also provides full services, including engineering, geotechnical, pullout testing, field, and layout design services to address the actual site conditions of a project site. The company has completed over 3.5 GW of solar racking installations in over 40 U.S. states, 9 Canadian provinces, and across the globe.

About the role

We are seeking Design Engineers to collaborate with our customers to design and implement solar energy collection systems. This position reports to the Senior Project Engineering Manager and is located in Highland Hills, OH. Hybrid work arrangement with up to 10% travel required. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Responsibilities

• Design and support the development of structural and mechanical components for solar racking and tracker systems using 3D modeling and engineering analysis tools.
• Assist senior engineering team members in creating customer proposals.
• Create project plans, layouts, and calculation reports related to the company’s engineered product offerings.
• Work with the engineering team to improve internal engineering systems and processes.
• Create product bill-of-material (BOM) for use in estimating and project proposals.
• Communicate with field service and project construction teams to resolve product issues during construction.
• Perform structural analysis for existing products in accordance with applicable project requirements, codes, and standards.
• Support product research and development on drafting and modeling tasks to improve existing products or create new ones.
• Regular attendance and performance of other duties and special projects as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Civil Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience designing and supporting the development of structural and mechanical components.
• Hands-on experience independently creating and modifying designs using 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, or AutoCAD).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with RISA 3D or STAAD.
• Experience with PVCase (Solar PV topographic analysis and layout software).
• Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Experience with CFS (Cold Form Steel Design Software).

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position: Frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sits up to 8 hours in a day.
• Move/Traverse: Infrequently bends, stands, stoops, and/or walks.
• Carry Weight: Infrequently carries weight and/or lifts objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Hearing and Speech: Frequently communicates with employees, coworkers, and personnel; must exchange accurate information.
• Sight: Frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and objects near and far.
• Climb: Occasionally ascends/descends stairways to access office floors.
• Travel: Up to 10% as needed.

Work Environment

• Regular professional office setting with noise levels ranging from low to moderate.
• Occasional construction worksites with noise levels ranging from moderate to high.
• Hybrid work arrangement; may transition to onsite based on business needs.

Pay

The anticipated starting pay range for this position in Cleveland, OH is $75,000 - $90,000 base salary per year. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses, certifications, geographic location, and experience. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, along with medical, dental, and other benefits.

Schedule

Full-time, permanent position. Working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM local time. Overtime and weekend hours may be required as needed.