Sr. Systems Engineering Manager

Base pay range $140,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr Description As the Sr. Systems Engineering Manager at Hanwha Q CELLS America, you will lead the designing, planning, executing and reporting of our testing, qualification, performance and release of new products and help to integrate various components such as Inverters, Batteries, EV Chargers, MLPE and other hardware/software items into a seamless system level solution. You will also work closely with the sales and marketing teams on technical marketing, competitor analysis, and customer support in North America. This position will be the interface between the factories and the customers, ensuring their expectations regarding product quality and technical support are met. It reports to the Head of Systems Engineering or another senior management personnel. The role is based in Santa Clara, CA R&D Center and requires on‑site presence Monday through Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm or 9:00 am–6:00 pm local time, with up to 20% travel. Responsibilities Lead the team for designing, planning, executing and reporting on testing, qualification, performance and release of new products and integrate various components such as Inverters, Batteries, EV Chargers, MLPE and other hardware/software items into a seamless system level solution. Work closely with the sales and marketing teams on technical marketing, competitor analysis, and customer support in North America. Serve as the interface between the factories and the customers, ensuring product quality and technical support expectations are met. Lead the Pre‑Sales application engineering team supporting the residential sales team, providing application‑related knowledge to customers and assisting in project design, construction, commissioning, operations, maintenance and warranty coverage. Provide product training and promote QCELLS solutions to customers and the sales team; represent QCELLS at trade shows and conferences. Stay up to date on PV/ESS technologies and industry trends by attending technical meetings and industry shows. Handle assignments with a sense of urgency, deliver solutions and results in a timely manner, and maintain a can‑do mentality, proactive working attitude, and hands‑on approach. Maintain regular attendance in accordance with the company’s attendance policy and supervisory assignment. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Physical Science or Engineering, or a related field. 8–10 years of experience in Residential PV or Energy solutions or Power Electronics. Experience in program management and reporting. Strong communication skills with customers, management, and cross‑functional teams. Excellent command of written and verbal English. Background in defining, reviewing and testing Software, Apps for UI/UX is a plus. Preferred Qualifications Leadership skills in Project and Test Engineering in the Residential Energy segment. Experience with testing, programming and Automatic Test Equipment (ATE). Extensive experience working with cross‑functional teams. Strong professional integrity and sense of ownership of assignments. Self‑motivation with minimum supervision and a proven track record of reliability and work ethics. Good business acumen; strong sense of technical issues, customer service, and business result relationships. Flexible, team‑player, attention‑to‑detail, proactive and responsible working attitudes. Company Overview Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a QCELLS company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through a growing portfolio of distributed energy solutions, direct‑to‑homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. We provide an exciting opportunity to be part of a world‑class global business in a rapidly expanding industry. Physical, Mental & Environmental Demands Mobility: Standing 20% of time, Sitting 70% of time, Walking 10% of time. Strength: Pulling, Pushing, Carrying, Lifting up to 10 pounds. Dexterity: Typing – Frequent, Handling – Frequent, Reaching – Frequent. Agility: Turning – Frequent, Twisting – Frequent, Bending – Occasional, Crouching – Occasional, Balancing – Never, Climbing – Never, Crawling – Never, Kneeling – Never. Compensation Disclosure The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr