R&D Test & Certification Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Quality Engineering, Test Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
Description
Title:
R&D Test & Certification Engineer
Department:
Tech Center – Product R&D
Location:
North Jackson, OH
Supervisor:
Director, Product R&D
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Position Status:
Permanent, Full-time
Work Status:
In-Office
R&D TEST & CERTIFICATION ENGINEER
Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Houston, TX, 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.
SUMMARYWe are currently seeking an R&D Test and Certification Engineer to work with our cross functional business units to test, validate, certify and implement solar energy collection systems and automated robotic assembly equipment. This position reports to the Director of Product R&D, or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate.
This position is fully on-site, based in our Houston, TX office 5 days a week. Standard 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%.
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- Develop and execute product validation testing to verify performance, reliability, durability, and safety requirements for new and existing products.
- Define validation requirements, test methods, equipment, acceptance criteria, and success metrics based on product specifications and industry standards.
- Perform hands-on testing of prototype products in laboratory and field conditions
- Monitor field performance and collect feedback to drive continuous product improvement.
- Maintain test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems to ensure accurate and repeatable results.
- Develop and maintain test procedures, work instructions, validation protocols, and engineering documentation.
- Analyze test data and prepare clear technical reports that document findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
- Evaluate prototype and production hardware to verify compliance with design requirements and customer expectations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product development, execution, and commercialization.
- Support certification and compliance testing efforts, including UL, IEC, ASTM, ASCE, and other applicable standards.
- Coordinate and manage external test laboratories, consultants, and certification agencies.
- Identify product performance issues, support root cause investigations, and work with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and design improvements.
- Provide technical recommendations to support product release, commercialization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure validation activities are completed in accordance with project timelines, budgets, and quality requirements.
- Assist with the creation and/or revision of product installation and maintenance manuals
- Confidently communicate design…
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