Wireless Electrical Engineer, Renewable Energy Technology

1 month ago

Santa Clara, United States Qcells Full time

Description



ABOUT US 
 

Hanwha Q CELLS Technologies, Inc. a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS, one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm and a Top 7 business enterprise in South Korea.  
   

OUR PURPOSE 
Our team provides the foundation for Qcells’ growth. We design and develop across the complete stack of Solar PV energy solutions to serve Qcells businesses and enable our ambitious enterprise strategy. By innovating the next generation of products and services we also support the accelerating, global energy transition.  


Position Overview: 

  

This role is pivotal in our journey toward renewable energy solutions, focusing on the hardware and electrical design aspects of our PV energy products, including inverters, EV chargers, energy storage systems, and communication systems. We seek a dynamic individual who not only excels as a highly capable individual contributor but also harbors the potential to evolve into a team builder, aligning with our company's accelerated growth trajectory.  

  

As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for leading the review and analysis of system requirements, executing technology evaluations, performing circuit analysis, overseeing PCB layout, and guiding complex engineering projects from conception to mass production. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to independently plan, define, and execute hardware development for wireless products. 

  

  

  

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  

  • Analyze system requirements and translate them into a robust hardware architecture. 


  • Technology Evaluation and Selection by leading the evaluation of potential chipset solutions, conduct tests, analyze data, and make recommendations.  


  • Lead hardware design activities across the product lifecycle, from concept development to mass production. 


  • Collaborative System Architecture and Design by defining electronic system architecture and collaborate with third-party partners to ensure seamless integration. 


  • Oversee the integration of electronic circuits, including controllers, power subsystems, communication modules, and RF components. 


  • Experience in hardware verification, BOM management, and EMC/EMI compliance testing, with expertise in optimizing PCB layouts to ensure compliance with EMC standards and manufacturing design rules. 


  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 



  

  

  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

  

  • Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical Engineering. 

  • Minimum 5 years of industry or research experience in electronics design for PCBAs using schematics capture and layout ((Such as Altium, PADS, OrCad, etc.) 

  • Experience with embedded systems design using microcontrollers (MCUs) and real-time operating systems (RTOS) in conjunction with wireless transceivers.  

  • Strong expertise in RF design and wireless chipsets, including the use of transceivers for technologies such as UWB, WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Thread, LTE, cellular IoT, LoRa, and GNSS.  

  • Experience in antenna selection, integration, advanced radio propagation modeling or possess experience in high-speed design and signal integrity (SI). 

  • Experience in hardware verification, BOM management, and EMC/EMI compliance testing. 


  

  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

  

  • Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, with a focus on communication technologies.  

  • Experience in renewable product development and Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology.  

  • Hands-on experience with electrical schematic and PCB layout tools. 

  • Proficiency in using electrical test equipment and board bring-up procedures. 

  • Familiarity with C2000 TI MCU, Raspberry Pi, and RTOS programming. 

  • Proficient in electrical simulation tools and high-speed system-on-chips (SoCs), DRAM, flash storage, PLC, CAN, Ethernet, USB, and both linear and switching power supplies. 

  • Ability to analyze and optimize circuits for cost-effectiveness. 

  • Strong analytical skills and detail-oriented approach. 


  BENEFITS 


  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience 

  • Competitive benefits offerings 

  • Conveniently accessible location in downtown San Francisco 

  • Flexible work-from-home-office opportunities, as determined by the position and job duties 

  • Cigna and Kaiser options - available by region 

  • Cigna Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution 

  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 

  • Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Cigna medical plan 

  • Company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance 

  • Voluntary benefits include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance 

  • 401(k) with a 4% employer match 

  • 3 weeks of paid Parental Leave 

  • Sick time- 72 hours frontloaded per calendar year 

  • Vacation time (Flex time), and 13 Paid Holidays 

  • Health Advocate wellness and concierge services 

  • Wellness programs with our benefits providers 

  • Commuter benefits 

  • EAP 

  • Bereavement leave- 5 paid days 


  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Make a difference: join a group of people who are passionate about renewable energy 

Have an impact: the company is still small enough that everyone’s contribution has a significant impact on the success of the company 

Many opportunities to lead teams, and projects, and contribute to development 

Casual professional working environment: there’s no need to dress up, just present your best self 

Work collaboratively in a diverse environment- we commit to reaching better decisions by respecting opinions and working through disagreements 

  
  

DIVERSITY 

We value the insights that a diverse team can bring. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in tech.  

  
HQCT Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. 

  • Wireless Electrical Engineer, Renewable Energy Technology

    4 days ago

    Santa Clara, United States Q-Cells Full time

    Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., is one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America,...

  • Wireless Electrical Engineer, Renewable Energy Technology

    1 month ago

    Santa Clara, United States Q-Cells Full time

    Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., is one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America,...

  • Energy Conservation Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Santa Clara, United States DPS Group LLC Full time

    Arcadis DPS Group work at the frontier of facility delivering innovative and ground-breaking solutions for our clients on the most exciting and high-profile projects around the world, designing some of the most complex and specialized facilities under construction today. Our US business is growing, and we are recruiting key team members. Look no further if...

  • Energy Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Santa Fe, United States META Full time

    Meta Energy Manager (Clean and Renewable Energy) Santa Fe , New Mexico Apply Now Meta’s Global Energy Team is seeking a highly experienced and self-motivated energy professional to identify, develop, negotiate, and manage clean and renewable energy supply solutions for our growing fleet of data centers.The Energy Manager (Clean and Renewable Energy) will...

  • Senior Electrical Systems Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Santa Clara, United States Natron Energy Full time

    Santa Clara, CAProduct Engineering /Full Time /On-siteNatron is looking for an Electrical Systems Engineer with experience inbattery and high-power systems, preferably uninterruptable power systems (UPS). The occupant of this position will work in a team of engineers to solve technical challenges associated with the design and implementation of our energy...

  • Senior Electrical Systems Engineer

    3 days ago

    Santa Clara, United States Natron Energy Full time

    Natron is looking for an Electrical Systems Engineer with experience in battery and high-power systems , preferably uninterruptable power systems (UPS). The occupant of this position will work in a team of engineers to solve technical challenges associated with the design and implementation of our energy storage products targeted to end application systems....

  • Procurement Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Santa Clara, United States Renewable America Full time

    Procurement Specialist Renewable America LLC Office Location: Santa Clara, CA About Renewable America (RNA): Renewable America is committed to investing in the end-to-end development of local, small utility-scale solar+storage and multi-customer community microgrids projects. Through these infrastructure improvements, we provide emergency power to vulnerable...

  • Senior Electrical Systems Engineer

    17 hours ago

    Santa Clara, United States Natron Energy Full time

    Natron is looking for an Electrical Systems Engineer with experience inbattery and high-power systems, preferably uninterruptable power systems (UPS). The occupant of this position will work in a team of engineers to solve technical challenges associated with the design and implementation of our energy storage products targeted to end application systems. He...

  • Procurement Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Santa Clara, United States Renewable America Full time

    Procurement SpecialistRenewable America LLCOffice Location: Santa Clara, CA About Renewable America (RNA):Renewable America is committed to investing in the end-to-end development of local, small utility-scale solar+storage and multi-customer community microgrids projects. Through these infrastructure improvements, we provide emergency power to vulnerable...

  • Senior Electrical Systems Engineer

    1 month ago

    Santa Clara, United States Natron Energy Full time

    Natron is looking for an Electrical Systems Engineer with experience in battery and high-power systems, preferably uninterruptable power systems (UPS). The occupant of this position will work in a team of engineers to solve technical challenges associated with the design and implementation of our energy storage products targeted to end application systems....

  • Procurement Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Santa Clara, California, United States Renewable America Full time

    Procurement Specialist Renewable America LLC Office Location: Santa Clara, CA About Renewable America (RNA): Renewable America is committed to investing in the end-to-end development of local, small utility-scale solar+storage and multi-customer community microgrids projects. Through these infrastructure improvements, we provide emergency power to...

  • Procurement Specialist

    1 month ago

    Santa Clara, United States Renewable America Full time

    Procurement SpecialistRenewable America LLCOffice Location: Santa Clara, CAAbout Renewable America (RNA):Renewable America is committed to investing in the end-to-end development of local, small utility-scale solar+storage and multi-customer community microgrids projects. Through these infrastructure improvements, we provide emergency power to vulnerable...

  • Procurement Specialist

    1 week ago

    Santa Clara, United States Renewable America Full time

    Procurement Specialist Renewable America LLC Office Location: Santa Clara, CA About Renewable America (RNA): Renewable America is committed to investing in the end-to-end development of local, small utility-scale solar+storage and multi-customer community microgrids projects. Through these infrastructure improvements, we provide emergency power to...

  • Procurement Specialist

    1 month ago

    Santa Clara, United States Renewable America Full time

    Procurement SpecialistRenewable America LLCOffice Location: Santa Clara, CAAbout Renewable America (RNA):Renewable America is committed to investing in the end-to-end development of local, small utility-scale solar+storage and multi-customer community microgrids projects. Through these infrastructure improvements, we provide emergency power to vulnerable...

  • Hardware Test Engineer

    1 month ago

    Santa Clara, United States Natron Energy Full time

    Natron Energy is looking for a Hardware Test Engineer to assist the product team in key testing and product development. Responsibilities: Develop comprehensive firmware and hardware test plans encompassing error, normal, and corner cases. Collaborate with firmware, software, and systems engineers to define testing requirements for both system and...

  • Electrical Engineer

    1 month ago

    Santa Ana, United States Pacific Lighting Management Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob DutiesProvide engineering, design and project support from RFQ to project handover to customer: Design and engineer Electric Vehicle Supply Infrastructure (EVSE) systems, Lighting, Solar andgeneral electrical systems. Conduct site visits to gather details relating to preparation of quotes. Prepare quotes and other...

  • Senior Controls Engineer

    1 month ago

    Santa Clara, United States Q-Cells Full time

    Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., is one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaicmanufacturers for its high-performance, high-qualitysolarcells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America,...

  • Power Electronics Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Santa Clara, California, United States Lumicity Full time

    The engineering team at our client's growing startup is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer specializing in Power Electronics to join their innovative projects in the field of Renewable Energy and Battery Storage Systems.Design and develop power electronics systems for various applicationsConduct testing and validation of power electronics systemsPrinted...

  • Senior Controls Engineer

    1 month ago

    Santa Clara, United States Q-Cells Full time

    Description ABOUT US Hanwha Q CELLS Technologies, Inc. a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS, one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Talheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ). Through its growing...

  • Senior Electrical Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Santa Cruz, California, United States Piper Maddox Full time

    Piper Maddox, in collaboration with a top Renewable Manufacturing company in California, is on the lookout for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their team. This company stands out as a leader in the Clean Hydrogen Equipment Manufacturing sector, providing a fantastic chance for an Electrical Engineer to engage in cutting-edge, pioneering projects.As the...