ESS Data Analyst Job at Q CELLS USA Corp. in Irvine

Description

Title: ESS Data Analyst 
Department: Tech Center
Location: Irvine, CA 
Supervisor: Manager of ESS Data Analytics 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Position Status: Permanent  Work Status: Hybrid       ESS Data Analyst        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.        SUMMARY  This position reports to the manager of System Integration Applications, or another management personnel that the President of the Company may designate. This position is located in Irvine, CA and 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%.      ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES
 

• Identify and optimize revenue forecast for solar plus storage and standalone storage systems based on a variety of use cases. This includes analysis of sizing, degradation, augmentation strategy, key performance metrics, and costs. 

• Work with Project Development and Project Finance team members to optimize designs and proposed solutions given utility-specific data such as energy and capacity value heat maps and historical prices. 

• Planning and coordinate external resources such as Revenue forecasting consultant, battery/PCS OEM, EMS and dispatching optimization provider. 

• Handling and managing the database for time series ESS revenue forecast and battery performance 

• Data analytics for ESS revenue and battery performance to make optimal algorithm for ESS revenue dispatching as well as verification of long term energy price forecast 

• Verify algorithms provided by Geli or others for charge and discharge operating parameters, based on detailed analysis of system data and use case constraints. 

• Build and develop Qcells utility BESS model integrated with sizing tool, revenue database, system design tool, cost database, financial model and etc. 

• Provide accurate inputs to financial models to support the development of competitive proposals to customers. 

• Support the development and continuous improvement of in-house modeling tools and processes. This includes software feature development, issue triage, and documentation. 

• Support the development of internal- and external-facing presentations and regular/non-regular reports. 

• Research energy markets, especially focused on ESS including other technologies, in the US and apply takeaways in the company energy business strategy 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Assertive, able to cope with pressure, a team player 

• Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position. 

• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management 

      REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  

• BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Analysis, Statistics, Physics or equivalent 

• Minimum of 2 year or more of experience of energy related projects in ESS 

• Minimum of 1 year or more experience of data analytics and/or data science related works 

• Working knowledge of energy storage technology fundamentals 

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain ESS control strategy and present data analysis and simulation results to non-technical internal stakeholders and customers 

• Willingness to travel, at least 20% of the time

      PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• MS in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Analysis, Statistics, Physics or equivalent. 

• Python or similar tools and Excel Visual Basic for data analysis and modeling skills required. This includes familiarity with libraries such as Pandas, Seaborn, Bokeh, and Scikit-learn. 

• Proficient in Excel for data analysis. 

• Ability to collaborate and interact with suppliers, customers, and other project team members in cross-functional teams. 

• Knowledge of utility generation, transmission, and distribution systems, specifically with regards to the interactions of large scale solar and wind on the utility system. 

• Experience with energy storage operations data, energy storage degradation modeling, or wholesale market participation. 

     EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS    

• Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting 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; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations 

• Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far 

• Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors 

• Travel: up to 20% as needed 

   EXAMPLES OF WORK ENVIRONMENT    

• Regular professional, office business setting 

• Noise level ranges from low to moderate 

     SALARY RANGE FOR POSITION  The anticipated starting pay range of this position, which is to be located in Irvine, CA is $90,000 - $115,000 base salary per year.  The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.        Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.      It is important to note that the job descriptions provided by Qcells USA Corp are not intended to be comprehensive lists of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the positions. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice, reflecting our dynamic and evolving work environment.     We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.  As part of this commitment, Hanwha Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.  Please contact us to request accommodations at hr-usa@qcells.com.      Nothing in this statement shall imply implicitly or explicitly a guarantee of employment outside our at-will employment opportunity.     

This job position is specific to Qcells USA Corp. only and not any other Hanwha affiliates. The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. If candidates are considered for a nationwide role, then the compensation range will follow the marketability of the job function within those states. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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