Field Engineer

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (QcellsUSA), 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. QcellsUSA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing QcellsUSA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.

About the role

The Field Engineer is dynamic and integral to the successful execution and delivery of solar construction projects. The ideal candidate will assist with all miscellaneous project needs from logistics, inspections, tool management, drawing review, and superintendent support. This position requires an agile and proactive approach to support project-based personnel and craft trades, ensuring technical, material, and administrative tasks align with Qcells' project delivery standards of excellence.

This is an onsite position working on the project site, with working hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time or other hours the site may establish. Overtime and weekend work will be required as needed. This position is expected to travel up to 100%. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with Site Solar Superintendent and project managers to help implement project goals.
• Assist with assigning duties to staff to implement project goals, as needed.
• Oversee variable aspects of projects and provide direct assistance to ensure timely project execution; assist in planning, coordinating, and managing.
• Review project implementation and gather data on project execution.
• Coordinate with Construction Manager, project manager, and other project leads following project execution.
• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure construction teams have the materials they need.
• Communicate to leadership about delays and any other issues that must be communicated to clients.
• Complete any tasks assigned by the Regional Manager in an efficient and timely manner.
• Identify safety concerns and prevention.
• Outline completed portions of the past week that meet or exceed the Project Schedule.
• Create and maintain project task schedule and 3-week lookahead.
• Attend weekly project meetings.
• Discuss change events, staff, and subcontractor performance.
• Perform quality control: inspections, documentation, and electronic submittal.
• Perform safety inspections, documentation, and electronic submittal.
• Oversee and manage crew, including maintenance of crew production schedule.
• Lead Safety Toolbox talks; comply with Job Hazard Analysis and Site-Specific Safety Plan.
• Identify punch list and observations from the previous week.
• Handle all closeout documents and QA/QC checklists.
• Complete all other assignments and special projects as requested by Management.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Experience in the construction industry a plus.
• Proficiency with computer operating systems (Microsoft Suite).
• Ability and desire to work collaboratively to ensure successful project execution.
• Working knowledge of necessary industry-related tools.
• Proven ability to generate and deliver reports that provide useful insight into project details.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a passion for ensuring projects proceed efficiently and effectively.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and be proactive.
• Ability to follow directions and take initiative when required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with project management software (Procore) a plus.

Physical Demands

• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).
• Able to walk or move continuously while carrying 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.).
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties; requires repetitive movement.

Work Environment

• Industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shop.
• Predominately outdoor climate; may be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc.
• Various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.
• Potential exposure to chemical substances and hazardous equipment.
• Access to job site may include uneven ground level, obstructed pathways, work performed at low and/or high elevations, and in confined areas.