Field Engineer

Field Engineer

Title: Field Engineer
Department: Operation 1
Location: Ankeny, IA
Supervisor: Construction Engineer
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Permanent;
Full-time
Work Status: Hybrid

Hanwha

Qcells

USA Corp (Qcells

USA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, provides utility‑scale modules, 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 turnkey solutions that cover the entire utility‑scale project lifecycle, integrating the expertise of its Module, Development, and EPC teams while coordinating with Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal groups.

The Field Engineer assists with logistics, inspections, tool management, drawing review, superintendent support, and other miscellaneous project needs. The role requires an agile and proactive approach to support project‑based personnel and craft trades, ensuring technical, material, and administrative tasks align with Qcells' delivery standards of excellence.

• Regular Project Coordination and Compliance:
  • Assist with coordination and resolution of engineering requests for project‑based personnel.
  • Manage procurement of materials specific to trade requirements in line with project timelines.
  • Secure and maintain all necessary permits for assigned tasks throughout the project’s duration.
• Communication and Documentation:
  • Ensure effective collaboration with team members to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders, including third‑party engineers and owners.
  • Oversee creation, compilation, and management of reports and technical documentation.
  • Maintain comprehensive records and control over project documents.
• Operational Support and Quality Management:
  • Support superintendents through daily timekeeping and reporting of staff, equipment, and material usage.
  • Aid in developing project execution plans, monitoring schedules, and performing quality control checks to ensure compliance with project standards.
  • Conduct regular inspections of ongoing and completed work to uphold quality assurance.
• Safety Leadership and Environmental Stewardship:
  • Champion safety by leading by example, ensuring all team members adhere to safety practices and standards.
  • Conduct job hazard analyses before project commencement and advocate for continuous safe behavior among the crew.
  • Manage environmental compliance by ensuring proper training and certification of field staff.
• Professional Development and Team Support:
  • Develop trade‑specific training materials and execute inspection and testing plans.
  • Strengthen third‑party relationships through professional communication and meeting client expectations.
  • Set a positive example in both safety and quality for team members and subcontractors.
• Regular attendance, in accordance with the company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by Management.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, project management, or another related field.
• Minimum of 4 years work experience (2 years of work experience is equivalent to 1 year of education).
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated ability in supporting projects: development, planning, installation, and execution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel full‑time.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast‑paced working environment.

• Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sits 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.
• Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and…