Senior Civil Engineer - Level 4

Description

Title : Senior Civil Engineer Level 4

Department : Engineering Center

Location : Irvine, CA

Supervisor : Manager of Civil / Structural Engineering

FLSA Status : Exempt

Position Status : Permanent, Full-Time

Work Status (Remote / Hybrid / In-Office) : Remote

SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER LEVEL 4

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 Module, Development, 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

The Senior Civil Engineer (Level 4) is responsible for leading the civil engineering design, site development, permitting, and construction coordination for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. This role requires advanced expertise in grading design, hydrology modeling, stormwater management, geotechnical assessments, and permitting compliance.

As a senior-level engineer, this position involves managing multiple projects simultaneously, mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with EPC teams, and ensuring technical excellence in civil engineering deliverables. The Senior Civil Engineer is also expected to lead permitting efforts, engage with regulatory agencies, and drive process improvements for site development.

This position reports to the Manager of Civil / Structural Engineering, or another management personnel that the CEO of the company may designate. This position reports to the Ankney, IA office but will maintain a remote schedule of working out of their home office and the Ankney, IA office. 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 30%.

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

Advanced Civil Engineering Design & Site Development Leadership

• Oversee grading optimization strategies, site layout refinement, and cut / fill balance planning to minimize construction costs.
• Lead detailed stormwater management and hydrology modeling efforts, ensuring compliance with NPDES, SWPPP, and local stormwater regulations.
• Manage drainage and floodplain impact studies, designing effective retention basins, culverts, and erosion control systems.
• Review and approve foundation designs, soil stabilization plans, and geotechnical analysis for racking and battery installations.
• Optimize access road networks, land disturbance minimization strategies, and long-term drainage planning to support efficient operations.

Permitting & Regulatory Compliance

Project Execution & Cross-Disciplinary Coordination

Leadership & Mentorship

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS

EXAMPLES OF 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.

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.

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