HV Designer - Level 3
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.
I hereby, accept and acknowledge this job description as my own and am committing to these re-
sponsibilities and required qualifications.
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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.