Q-Cells
Product Manager
Q-Cells, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
DescriptionPOSITION DESCRIPTION:The Product Manager will collaborate with other teams, such as product management, sales, marketing, R&D, quality, manufacturing, legal, etc. This role is responsible for PV module-related topics in the North American markets, including compatibility, bankability, listing, pre-sales, warranty service, site troubleshooting, voice of customer surveys, etc. This position will report to the Head of PV Solutions Engineering, or another senior management the President of the company assigns. This position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, CA, it requires up to 20% traveling.RESPONSIBILITIESFinding technical solutions for product and customer-related problems.Own the bankability, listing, technical pre-sales, voice of customers surveys, and other assigned engineering topics in the North American marketsAlign with the global internal organizations (global R&D, global product management, global quality management, etc) and factories on technology roadmap, product offers, product features, and product introduction timelinesOwn the product introduction process in the North American markets, including product listing, third-party qualification, product document preparation, and training materials for both internal and external use.Responsible for proactive actions to ensure problem-free product sales and delivery.Provide timely and customer-centric actions in case of customer queries, complaints, and claimsProvide product training and promote Qcells North America solutions to customers and the sales team; represent Qcells North America at trade shows and conferencesAnticipate and identify technical and customer relationship issues. Inform or escalate appropriately to management and formulate solutions in collaboration with other teams.Perform hands-on engineering or other assigned tasks as an individual contributor when needed.Stay up to date on PV technologies and industry trends by taking part in technical meetings and industry showsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A BS Degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences (Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, etc) with 3-4 years of relevant experience, or a MS/Ph.D. Degree in Engineering or Physical sciences (Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, etc) with 2-3 years of relevant experience in the PV industry.Must be an expert and in touch with the state-of-the-art of at least one, and knowledgeable about at least an additional one of the following areas:PV, inverter, racking, and BOS compatibility and applications in the residential, C&I, and utility segmentsTesting, certification, listing, codes, standards of PVPV products, technology, manufacturing, qualityHands-on experience processing, developing, applying, testing, and deploying PV productsExperience working for PV manufacturers in R&D, engineering, production or application capacities preferredDemonstrated successful customer support track records in a fast-paced tech industryExtensive experience working with cross-functional teams and individuals of diverse backgroundsStrong professional integrity and sense of ownership of statements and assignmentsSelf-motivated, requires minimum supervision, and have a proven track record of reliability and work ethicTake assignments with a sense of urgency; deliver solutions and results promptly; can-do mentality, pro-active working attitude, and hands-on approachGood communication skills with customers, management, and internal teamsGood business acumen; strong sense of the technical issue, customer service, and business result relationshipsFlexible, team-player, attention-to-detail, pro-active and responsible working attitudesMust be authorized to work in the USHanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is headquartered in Irvine, CA, and handles sales for the North American region. It is a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm, and a Top 8 business enterprise in South Korea. HQCA recently acquired Geli, a leading developer of Energy Management System software for energy storage, solar, and other renewable resources.PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.MobilityStanding20% of timeSitting70% of timeWalking10% of timeStrengthPullingup to 10 PoundsPushingup to 10 PoundsCarryingup to 10 PoundsLiftingup to 10 PoundsDexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)TypingFHandlingFReachingFAgility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)TurningFTwistingFBendingOCrouchingOBalancingNClimbingNCrawlingNKneelingNAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.*This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.You may view your privacy rights by reviewing Qcells' Privacy Policy or by contacting our HR team for a copy.
A BS Degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences (Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, etc) with 3-4 years of relevant experience, or a MS/Ph.D. Degree in Engineering or Physical sciences (Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, etc) with 2-3 years of relevant experience in the PV industry.Must be an expert and in touch with the state-of-the-art of at least one, and knowledgeable about at least an additional one of the following areas:PV, inverter, racking, and BOS compatibility and applications in the residential, C&I, and utility segmentsTesting, certification, listing, codes, standards of PVPV products, technology, manufacturing, qualityHands-on experience processing, developing, applying, testing, and deploying PV productsExperience working for PV manufacturers in R&D, engineering, production or application capacities preferredDemonstrated successful customer support track records in a fast-paced tech industryExtensive experience working with cross-functional teams and individuals of diverse backgroundsStrong professional integrity and sense of ownership of statements and assignmentsSelf-motivated, requires minimum supervision, and have a proven track record of reliability and work ethicTake assignments with a sense of urgency; deliver solutions and results promptly; can-do mentality, pro-active working attitude, and hands-on approachGood communication skills with customers, management, and internal teamsGood business acumen; strong sense of the technical issue, customer service, and business result relationshipsFlexible, team-player, attention-to-detail, pro-active and responsible working attitudesMust be authorized to work in the USHanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is headquartered in Irvine, CA, and handles sales for the North American region. It is a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm, and a Top 8 business enterprise in South Korea. HQCA recently acquired Geli, a leading developer of Energy Management System software for energy storage, solar, and other renewable resources.PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.MobilityStanding20% of timeSitting70% of timeWalking10% of timeStrengthPullingup to 10 PoundsPushingup to 10 PoundsCarryingup to 10 PoundsLiftingup to 10 PoundsDexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)TypingFHandlingFReachingFAgility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)TurningFTwistingFBendingOCrouchingOBalancingNClimbingNCrawlingNKneelingNAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.*This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.You may view your privacy rights by reviewing Qcells' Privacy Policy or by contacting our HR team for a copy.