Qcells Santa Clara , CA 95051
Posted 2 months ago
Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., is 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 Talheim, 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 7 business enterprise in South Korea.
Our mission is to provide affordable and smart energy solutions through technology and innovation to create a sustainable future for the planet. We are expanding our business by offering revolutionary energy systems to residential customers including ESS, MLPE (power optimizers, micro-inverters), EV charging solutions, and Smart IoT with world-class solutions.
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are looking for a Sr.Quality Engineer with a strong background in renewable power electronics products (DC/AC and AC/DC converters) and components (MOSFETs, IGBTs, capacitors, etc.). In this role, you will play a key role in setting up the Quality Management System (QMS) for incoming quality inspection, root cause analysis, critical components analysis/characterization, data analysis, and reporting in manufacturing and lab environments for our ground-breaking products. As a successful candidate, you will own the Quality lifecycle of our products from concept to design, development, manufacturing, and field operation to design-in, confirm, and grow exceptional Quality at every stage.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for developing and managing Qcells QMS (quality management system) and EMS (environmental management system) without compromising product quality.
Participates in design reviews to ensure quality attributes are incorporated into product designs.
Develops quality metrics, design, and production certification plans to ensure compliance with Company and regulatory requirements.
Performs benchmarking and other forms of analysis to ensure specified process capability levels are achieved.
Work with manufacturing quality, service engineering, supplier quality, and design teams to identify root causes and drive resolution for failures originating in testing and in the field.
Generate process validation test plans to implement at suppliers. Drive root cause corrective action with suppliers to resolve production process issues.
Drive cross-functional projects with manufacturing, supply chain, production quality, and research teams to test existing and determine new product specifications
Collaborate with suppliers to initiate and implement Process Change Requests (PCRs) to improve manufacturability and field performance
Developing and managing KPIs, databases, and countermeasures as required for continuous improvements of the Quality Management System (QMS) and the Environmental Management System (EMS)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
BS or MS, or PhD in EE
5+ years of experience working in power electronics / high voltage laboratory environment (including relevant internship or academic lab work experience)
Experience in ISO9001 Management System
Experience with modern quality principles; including 8D reporting, Fishbone, FMEAs
Working knowledge of applied statistics and experience with statistical software such as JMP, Minitab, etc.
PCB board-level experience with the ability to read and communicate PCBA schematics, etc.
Strong problem-solving skills and a thorough understanding of sophisticated electrical test setups
Remain engaged, proactive, and positive in tough circumstances. Own assignments and take full accountability for their success, with the ability to change direction quickly.
Experienced with qualification of components and vendors of electronic components and power electronics semiconductors.
Knowledgeable with IPC Standards IPC-A-610, IPC-J-001 STD, and IPC/WHMA-620 is a plus.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
Proven self-starter: identifies issues and creates solutions
Quality Engineering experience in the industry of solar, electric vehicle, battery storage
Proficient in power electronics and power conversion topologies
Startup experience preferred.
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