What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP of Automation Robotics Engineering position at Qcells?
Description
Title : Vice President of Automation Robotics Engineering
Department : Technology Center
Location : US, Remote
Supervisor : Head of Tech Center, Executive Vice President
FLSA Status : Exempt
Position Status : Permanent, Full-time
Work Status : Remote
VP OF AUTOMATION ROBOTICS ENGINEERING
Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, 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 Development, Module, 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 conglomerates in South Korea.
SUMMARY
We are seeking an experienced VP of Automation Robotics Engineering to lead the charge in robotics solutions for our growing automation engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for architecting and implementing robotics solutions that align with the automation strategy and collaborating with different teams to carry-out robotics projects. This position reports to the Head of Tech Center, Executive Vice President or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate. This position is Remote and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm or 9 : 00am to 6 : 00pm local time. This position is expected to travel up to 20%.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, develop, and implement advanced control algorithms for robotic systems, including motion planning, trajectory generation, and sensor fusion.
- Translate product-level requirements into technical design criteria.
- Lead the development and integration of robotic hardware and software components.
- Conduct rigorous testing and validation of robotics systems to meet performance and safety requirements.
- Research, develop, implement, and test new capabilities for industrial robotics.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful integration of robotics solutions into complex systems.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
- Stay up to date on the latest advancements in robotics and control technologies to drive innovation and improve product performance.
- Become intimately familiar with Qcells technology stack.
- Identify inefficient operational processes and training gaps and propose solutions to R&D and project management.
- Participate in new product and process tests and evaluations for improved product to R&D.
- Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position.
- Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
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 comprehensive 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.
