HV Designer

Description Title: HV Designer – Level 3  Department: Engineering  Location: Irvine, CA  Supervisor: Director of SME  FLSA Status: Exempt  Position Status: Permanent, Full-Time  Work Status: Hybrid  HV DESIGNER – LEVEL 3  Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, specializes in providing util-  ity-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project de-  velopment, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and  BESS projects nationwide. Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing  the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers  can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a  more sustainable future.  Qcells USA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Module, De-  velopment, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal groups  such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures  that Qcells USA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-  dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply  chain in the U.S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which  stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.  As an integral part of the global Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in  photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-  quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive  HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella  of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomer-  ates in South Korea.  SUMMARY  The HV Designer – Level 3 will provide engineering support to the E&C team and is responsible for  assisting in all stages of project substation or transmission design. This position reports to the Di-  rector of SME, or another management personnel that the President of the Company may desig-  nate. This position reports to the Irvine, CA office but will maintain a hybrid schedule of working out  of their home office and the Irvine, CA office. Working hours are Monday through Friday, from  8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm local time.  Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor  or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES  ••Design and develop detailed HV substation or transmission drawings.  Substation experience with drawings such as equipment layouts, single-line diagrams,  three-line diagrams, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, trench section  drawings, general arrangement, and elevations.  •••••Transmission line experience with drawings such as Plan & Profiles, structures, phasing,  and KMZ routes.  Prepare initial and advanced design concepts during the proposal stage of projects with  minimal information or guidance  Prepare drawings for civil, and structural elements of substation or transmission design as  needed  Prepare various reports and documents such as bill of materials, basis of design, and stud-  ies as needed.ꢀ  Plays a key role in the development of CAD standards, considering the needs of both engi-  neering and design departments  ••Efficiently simplify project tasks within their discipline, enhancing productivity  Play a significant role in the Quality Assurance/Quality Control process, proactively taking  ownership of project and task quality  •••••••Sustain excellent relationships with clients on behalf of the company  Uphold high standards of professionalism and ethics within the organization  Commit to continuous learning to stay updated with current issues  Participate in safety training sessions and adheres to safety rules and guidelines  Work in a team to develop and improve the system standards  Assist with technical training for team members and new employees  Build a quality culture of continuous improvement that enhances company efficiency and  engineering quality  •••Drive a safety culture that embraces both a “Responsibility to act” and “Show by Example”  approach;  Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory as-  signment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position  Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  ••An associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field  Minimum of 4 to 6 years of engineering design experience in the high voltage substation or  transmission  •Relevant work experience in the electrical or physical design of substations or transmission  lines  ••Proficiency with AutoCAD is required  Must have excellent technical communication abilities, including reading technical litera-  ture and engineering plans  •••••Strong in Microsoft Office Suite  Knowledge of the National Electric Code  Excellent written and verbal communication skills  Strong command of English language both written and spoken  Assertive, able to cope with pressure, a team player  EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS  •Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8  hours in a day  ••Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk  Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10  pounds  •Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular  basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange ac-  curate information in these situations  ••Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office ob-  jects near and far  Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors  EXAMPLES OF WORK ENVIRONMENT  •••Regular professional, office business setting  Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting)  Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite)  Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against  race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital  status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected  by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment,  including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,  compensation and training.  It is important to note that the job descriptions provided by Qcells USA Corp are not intended to be com-  prehensive lists of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the positions. Duties and  responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice, reflecting our dynamic and evolving work  environment.  We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Hanwha  Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate  in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other  benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at hr-  usa@qcells.com.  Nothing in this statement shall imply implicitly or explicitly a guarantee of employment outside our at-  will employment opportunity.  This job position is specific to Qcells USA Corp. only and not any other Hanwha affiliates. The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. If candidates are considered for a nationwide role, then the compensation range will follow the marketability of the job function within those states. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. You may view your privacy rights by reviewing Qcells' Privacy Policy or by contacting our HR team for a copy.