Qcells EPC · 20 hours ago
Senior Project Engineer
Ankeny, IA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expQcells USA specializes in providing utility-scale solar photovoltaic and battery energy storage systems project development and EPC services. The Senior Project Design Engineer will prepare bid packages, assist in project design, and ensure quality execution of solar projects.
Renewables & Environment
No H1B
Responsibilities
Prepare bid packages for subcontractors including scope of work, schedule, project description, and conceptual design in coordination with internal CAD Designers and Subject Matter Engineering Experts
Assist in all stages of project design including conceptual and advanced system design observing regulatory codes as well as customer requirements, balance of systems, permitting and technical support
Prepare conceptual design for solar projects including selection of major components, equipment layouts, single-line diagrams, etc
Develop, implement, and improve internal design processes for the EPC Engineering Team and other stakeholders in the company
Standardize design process with the CAD Designers and Subject Matter Experts
Review, evaluate and implement industry trends and product innovation
Support Procurement and Estimation in discussions and evaluating suppliers and contractors
Assist project implementation in collaboration with the Project Manager and Senior Project Engineer during planning and construction to assure quality and execution according to schedule
Development and review of energy production models, project schedules, cost estimation, bill of materials, budgets, scopes of work, and quotes from suppliers
Coordinate external resources such as structural, civil and electrical engineering consultants, geotechnical and topographic surveyors, other specialized professionals as needed and suppliers
Create, review and maintain drawing packages and project documentation
In collaboration with other team members, contribute to the completion of proposals to design and deliver photovoltaic projects
Provide recommendations for continuous improvements in project designs, plans, processes and product development
Assist with technical training of other team members and new employees
Perform energy generation modeling for solar projects using PV Syst and other tools
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned
Qualification
Required
A degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another related engineering science
Minimum of 5 years of professional engineering experience in the solar industry
Relevant work experience in the design and development of PV power plants
Experience with AutoCAD (or equivalent)
Experience with photovoltaic performance modeling tools (preferably PVSyst)
Strong in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with Gantt charts (MS Project or equivalent)
Knowledge of the National Electric Code
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Assertive, able to cope with pressure, a team player
Preferred
Previous experience managing project from initial design to installation and execution
Experience in permitting processes with local authorities having jurisdiction
Company
Qcells EPC
Qcells EPC provides utility-scale modules, project development, and EPC solutions for solar (PV) and energy storage systems (ESS) throughout the United States.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lorena Melendez
Talent Acquisition Business Partner Manager
Tre Thompson
Talent Acquisition Business Partner
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