Substation Superintendent

Substation Superintendent

Location:

Ankeny, IA, United States Location Type:
On-site Salary Range: 135000 - 155000 USD Annually

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.

The Substation Superintendent is a leadership role that involves overseeing all aspects of field operations for electrical substation construction projects. The position ensures the successful completion of projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with all safety standards. The Substation Superintendent manages a team of skilled workers while ensuring coordination with subcontractors and stakeholders. This role involves the supervision of high and low voltage equipment installations and maintenance, including transformers, breakers, switches, and various electrical systems.

The Substation Superintendent will also play a critical role in ensuring project milestones are met while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality control, and efficiency. A hands-on leader, the Substation Superintendent will drive the successful delivery of complex substation projects by coordinating resources, solving on-site challenges, and fostering a collaborative team environment.

This position reports to the Field Services Manager III of Transmission/Substation Project Manager & Construction or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate.

This position requires full-time on-site presence and 100% travel. Any remote work arrangements must receive prior approval from your direct supervisor or company leadership. Working hours shall be determined based on project requirements and business needs, in consultation with the employee's supervisor.

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.

• Safety Compliance and Program Participation:
  • Observe, comply with, and promote the company's safety program, rules, requirements, and corporate safety goals.
  • Participate in safety-related processes, programs, and training.
  • Engage with the work team to ensure zero injuries and report all safety hazards, accidents, or near misses.
  • Ensure all team members are familiar with emergency procedures, including knowing emergency contact numbers, the locations of the nearest hospitals, and the quickest routes.
• Field Operations & Supervision:
  • Supervise construction efforts to ensure compliance with design, budget, and schedule.
  • Supervise field activities including:
    Breakers,…