Sr. Product Manager – Controls

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We are looking for a Sr. Product Manager- Controls to lead the definition and development of the next generation of Qcells system controllers as well as support the existing product line. This role involves defining specifications and requirements for Qcells control and software solutions, plant control, and data acquisition systems specifically focused on commercial, industrial, and community (CCI) scale storage and PV storage applications including Microgrids. This position will work closely with the Qcells control and software engineering team while supporting external customers.

Responsibilities

• Define detailed features and functions for community-scale control solutions including Plant control and DAS systems, Field network switches, communication modes & protocols, Microgrid controllers
• Lead product lifecycle from inception-to-launch and manage subsequent market delivery
• Define the test and certification requirements control & communication solutions
• Own long-term product roadmap, prioritization, and definition of product features
• Support the controls team in defining system architecture, partner & component selection, and make “Build vs Buy” decisions
• Participate in design review meetings, track issues, and effectively document resolution.
• All other duties as assigned by Senior Management.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher in Power System, Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering
• 5 years of experience as a design engineer, applications engineer, technical sales of control, data acquisition & communication products
• 3 years of experience interacting with SCADA engineers & Utilities in the US market
• 3 years of product/ project management experience with control, data acquisition & communications products or deployment
• Field experience deploying Solar/ storage/ wind plant control and data acquisition systems in the US market
• Strong understanding of network communication architectures, protocols, NERC standards
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with project lifecycle and contract structures for solar, storage, or renewable projects
• Not requirements but good to have (optional)
  
  

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 the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. We provide an opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing world-class global business in an interesting and expanding industry of the future.

Physical, Mental & Environmental Demands

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Mobility

Standing

20% of time

Sitting

70% of time

Walking

10% of time

Strength

Pulling

up to 10 Pounds

Pushing

up to 10 Pounds

Carrying

up to 10 Pounds

Lifting

up to 10 Pounds

Dexterity(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Typing

F

Handling

F

Reaching

F

Agility(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Turning

F

Twisting

F

Bending

O

Crouching

O

Balancing

N

Climbing

N

Crawling

N

Kneeling

N

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.

• This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.
  
  

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