General Superintendent; HDD

Position: General Superintendent (HDD)

Title: General Superintendent HDD

Department: Operations - Team 1

Location: Ankeny, IA

Supervisor: Field Operations Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Status: Permanent;
Full Time

Work Status: Project Based

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

General Superintendent HDD position reports to the Field Operations Manager, or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate. This position remote working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm local time, or as designated by site management. This position is expected to travel up to 75%. 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

• Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise directional drilling operations, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to client specifications.
• Manage and mentor a team of directional drillers, rig crews, and support staff, fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability.
• Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols, environmental regulations, and industry standards, conducting regular safety audits and training sessions.
• Oversee the allocation and maintenance of drilling equipment, tools, and materials to ensure operational readiness and minimize downtime.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as drilling efficiency, cost control, and project milestones, implementing improvements as needed.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges, including equipment failures, geological obstacles, or logistical issues, to maintain project schedules.
• Prepare and submit detailed reports on project progress, safety incidents, and operational performance to senior management.
• Work closely with drilling engineers and geologists to optimize well trajectories and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Monitor project expenditures, ensuring cost-effective operations while maintaining high-quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in directional drilling operations, with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• In-depth knowledge of directional drilling techniques, equipment (e.g., mud motors, MWD/LWD systems), and well planning software.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate diverse teams in high-pressure field environments.
• Valid certifications in well control (e.g., IWCF or IADC) and other relevant safety training (e.g., OSHA, H2S awareness).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, team members, and management.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills to address complex operational challenges.
• Ability to work in remote field locations, including offshore or onshore sites, and adapt to varying schedules, including extended shifts or on-call duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with advanced directional drilling technologies, such as rotary steerable systems or automated drilling systems.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools for optimizing drilling performance.

Examples of Physical Demands

• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding,…