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Imperial Star Solar

<div><b>Job Title: </b>Corporate Counsel &ndash; Solar Industry<br>
<b>Location: </b>Irvine, CA<br>
<b>Department:</b> Legal<br>
<b>Reports To:</b> Executive Vice President (EVP/ US Head)<br>
<b>Job Type: </b>Full-Time<br>
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<b>About Imperial Star Solar</b>
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Imperial Star Solar is a U.S. solar manufacturer based in Houston, Texas, where we make reliable, American-made modules for developers and EPCs. Our advanced 2 GW facility supports domestic production and helps our partners maximize IRA incentives and minimize risk.<br>
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With over a decade of Tier-1 manufacturing experience and Fortune 500 partnerships, we control every step&mdash;from high-quality wafers and cells to modules&mdash;across 6 GW of global capacity. Our global team of 1,500+ professionals ensures strict quality and reliability.<br>
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We deliver PERC modules with anti-PID technology and tailored warranties for residential, commercial, and utility-scale projects. We also offer advanced solar technologies to meet evolving market needs&mdash;because every installation deserves the right solution.<br>
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<b>Team &amp; Culture</b><br>
We build with grit and precision&mdash;empowering every employee to drive progress and set industry standards. Together, we grow with transparency and respect, supporting each other at every step. Proudly American and proudly independent, we equip our team to make a real difference&mdash;not just in solar, but in building energy independence for our communities.<br>
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<b>Role Description: </b>We are seeking a dedicated individual for a full-time Corporate Counsel to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide solar industry related strategic legal advice to ensure compliance, mitigate legal risks, and protect the company&rsquo;s interests. Ideal candidates will have experience in the renewable energy sector, along with tax equity experience and negotiating various critical contracts. The Corporate Counsel will work with the Executive Vice President (EVP/US Head) to ensure that business considerations are effectively integrated into legal strategies.<br>
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Litigation Management: Coordinate and manage outside counsel for any litigation matters or disputes, including warranty claims, contract disputes, and regulatory compliance issues.<br>
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</li>Transactional Support: Provide legal guidance and support for forming and managing transactional partnerships.<br>
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</li><li>Risk Management: Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with business operations - intellectual property, employment law, data privacy, solar energy policy, and environmental compliance.</li></ul><br>
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Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with evolving federal, state and local regulations impacting renewable energy projects. In addition to any environmental regulations, tax incentives, and import/export compliance.</li></ul><br>
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Advisory Role: Utilize legal expertise to provide counsel and problem-solving support to team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative legal environment.</li></ul><br>
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Contract Negotiation: Draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including but not limited to power purchase agreements (PPA), master supply agreement (MSA), consulting agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDA), and other strategic business agreements.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>Perform all other duties as assigned due to changing needs of the company</li></ul><br>
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<b>&lt; Requirements&gt;</b><br>
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<li>Juris Doctor (JD) with membership in at least one of the two state bars - California or Texas Bar</li>
<li>Minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience</li>
<li>Excellent negotiation, organizational, and communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to multitask and prioritize competing projects</li>
<li>Strong understanding of energy law, regulatory compliance, and commercial contracts</li>
Available to work on-site at the Irvine, CA office at least 3 days per week<br>
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<li>Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills</li>
<li>Fluency/conversational Chinese is a plus but not required</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Strong listening and response skills</li>
<li>Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to legal challenges</li>
<li>Proficient in software: Microsoft, Google Suite, contract management, and docusign.</li>
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<b>Benefits</b><br>
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<li>17 days of accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) annually</li>
<li>Comprehensive Health Insurance Coverage &ndash; including dental and vision</li>
<li>Up to 3% 401k matching</li>
<li>Free access to Recreation Center with ping pong tables and foosball</li>
<li>Free access to Fitness Center</li>
<li>Paid parking for parking structure</li>
<li>Leisure Travel Discounts for Car Rental/Hotels/Flight</li>
Access to LifeMart discounted shopping portal through ADP<br>
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</li></ul>Join Imperial Star and lead our sales team as we continue to innovate, expand, and shape the future of solar energy!</div>

Corporate Counsel Solar Industry

AEON Staffing Group

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  # of Openings: 1
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  Job Type: Full-Time
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  Location: Orange County, CA
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  Compensation: $180,000 to $200,000 + Bonus
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  Our client, a growing, Tier-1 solar module manufacturer based in the US, is looking to bring on an exceptional Corporate Counsel. This hire will be pivotal in helping the company to navigate an increasingly complex regulatory landscape. This Corporate Counsel role is a full-time, permanent position with our client.
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   Litigation Management: Coordinate and manage outside counsel for any litigation matters, disputes, or regulatory compliance issues.
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   Transactional Support: Provide legal guidance and support for forming and managing transactional partnerships.
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   Risk Management: Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with business operations - intellectual property, employment law, data privacy, solar energy policy, and environmental compliance.
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   Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with evolving federal, state and local regulations impacting renewable energy projects.
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   Advisory: Utilize legal expertise to provide counsel and problem-solving support to team members
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   Contract Negotiation: Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, including but not limited to: power purchase agreements (PPA), master supply agreement (MSA), consulting agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDA), and other strategic business agreements.
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   Successful Candidates Must Have:
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   Juris Doctor (JD) with membership in California Bar
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   At least 5 years of experience practicing corporate law
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   Excellent negotiation, organizational, and communication skills
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   Strong understanding of energy law, regulatory compliance, and commercial contracts
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   This Corporate Counsel role has a wage of: $180,000 to $200,000 + Bonus
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   Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
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   401k with Match
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  With nearly two decades of staffing, recruitment, and talent strategy experience, AEON Staffing Group is a workforce solutions provider and talent consulting company with a singular focus: positively impacting lives by placing the best talent into jobs that truly make a difference. Whether you&rsquo;re a job seeker looking for your next big opportunity, an employer looking for the talent that will help take your project or business to the next level, or a business owner looking to improve your ability to hire and retain the best that the market has to offer, AEON is here to help.
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  AEON &ndash; Leave Your Legacy
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  To learn more about AEON Staffing Group and other employment opportunities, please email info@aeonstaffinggroup.com or visit our website at www.aeonstaffinggroup.com.
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  AEON Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer.
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Corporate Legal Counsel

Piper Maddox

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  Piper Maddox have been engaged on a Corporate Counsel role, we are looking for individuals with a strong background in the renewable energy sector for our client in the Solar manufacturing space.
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  This role is ideal for an experienced legal professional who can balance strategic business insight with deep legal expertise&mdash;especially in solar energy, tax equity, and complex contract negotiation. You&rsquo;ll work closely with the Head of Commercial to shape legal strategies that support business growth while ensuring compliance and mitigating risk.
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   Oversee and coordinate outside counsel for disputes, warranty claims, and regulatory issues.
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   Provide legal guidance on forming and managing partnerships, joint ventures, and project transactions.
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   Identify and address risks related to intellectual property, employment law, data privacy, solar policy, and environmental compliance.
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   Monitor evolving regulations and ensure alignment with federal, state, and local requirements, including tax incentives and import/export laws.
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   Draft and negotiate key commercial agreements&mdash;PPAs, MSAs, NDAs, consulting contracts, and more.
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   Juris Doctor (JD) and active membership in the California Bar
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   5&ndash;8 years of relevant legal experience, ideally within the renewable energy or manufacturing.
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   Strong understanding of energy law, regulatory compliance, and commercial contracts.
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   Based in Irvine, CA - 5 days per week on-site
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  If you are interested in this role and meet the above qualifications, please apply now!
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loanDepot

<div><div><b>Position Summary</b>:</div><div>
The incumbent will be responsible for (i) providing end-to-end legal support, advice, and counsel to the company&rsquo;s partnership channel leadership and operations (including mortgage broker joint ventures, wholesale partners channel, and strategic marketing relationships. The incumbent will be responsible for identifying and analyzing legal issues, drafting key documents, working with internal clients at all levels of the company, and interfacing with regulators, external customers, business partners, vendors, and other counterparties to support the company&rsquo;s business goals. The incumbent shall also be responsible for presenting clear recommendations to management and executives and to ensure the appropriate management of legal risks.</div><div>
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The incumbent&rsquo;s interactions with internal and external stakeholders shall be professional and reflect positively on the Legal Department and the company. The incumbent should have a strong sense of ownership, engage collaboratively with business partners, and engage proactively across the organization.</div><div>
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Responsibilities</b>:</div><ul><li>
Provides end-to-end legal support, advice, and counsel for the company&rsquo;s partnership lending channel.</li><li>
Provides advice and support on escalated corporate matters, such as significant vendor relationships, strategic partnerships, acquisitions, and data security matters.</li><li>
Provides advice and support for the company&rsquo;s mortgage-adjacent offerings (such as home search, affiliated realtors, and credit monitoring tools).</li><li>
Advises on significant marketing initiatives, TCPA compliance, and artificial intelligence tool deployment.</li><li>
Provides advice and legal counsel on a range of regulatory and transactional matters as dictated by business needs.</li><li>
Drafts operating agreements, services agreements, mortgage broker agreements, loan purchase agreements, non-delegated correspondent purchase agreements, term sheets, letters of intent, non-disclosure agreements, forward commitment letters, marketing services agreements, partnership space agreements, and other transactional documents as needed to support primary responsibilities.</li><li>
Prepares internal and external communications as needed to support principal job duties (e.g., email correspondence, letters to regulators, vendor communications, internal compliance presentations, etc.).</li><li>
Prepares and revises affiliated business arrangement disclosures, privacy and TCPA consent forms, and other consumer-facing documents and disclosures.</li><li>
Reviews and revises operational and compliance policies and procedures, training materials, and marketing materials.</li><li>
Advises on compliance implementation and compliance effectiveness testing strategies.</li><li>
Negotiates contracts with range of vendors and counterparties, including, for example, loan origination system and point of sale system providers, appraisal valuation companies and service providers, technology service providers, real estate listing services, consumer goods retailers, software-as-a-service providers, lead sellers, marketing companies, web developers, contractors, landlords, financial institutions, and other types of vendors and companies.</li><li>
Advises on escalated vendor disputes and prepares related correspondence.</li><li>
Researches and analyzes legal requirements and case law as needed to inform legal advice and business counseling.</li><li>
Collects information, analyzes risks, and makes actionable recommendations in review of numerous operational, financial, and legal constraints.</li><li>
Collaborates in person, via e-mail, and via Zoom/Teams with internal clients at all levels of the company.</li><li>
Interfaces with regulators, external customers, business partners, vendors, and other counterparties to support the company&rsquo;s business goals.</li><li>
Proactively advises business partners, leadership, and executive management on existing and emerging legal and business risks and risk mitigation strategies.</li><li>
Works closely with members of product, operations, sales, information technology, information security, vendor management, privacy, risk, compliance, licensing, capital markets, finance, accounting, human resources, internal audit, servicing, and marketing departments to perform duties and deliver on business objectives.</li><li>
Prioritize among dozens of simultaneous, competing business requests, providing sound legal counsel while minimizing outside legal spend.</li><li>
Proactively maintains awareness of regulatory and legislative developments and industry trends affecting loanDepot and affiliated businesses.</li><li>
Supervises junior team members and manages work of outside counsel as needed.</li></ul><div></div><div><b>
Requirements</b>:</div><ul><li>
Juris Doctor degree with state bar admission and active bar license required.</li><li>
10+ years&rsquo; relevant legal experience in fast-paced, problem-solving focused law firm or in-house legal environment.</li><li>
Extensive experience providing advice and counsel on real estate settlement, mortgage, and consumer finance-related matters involving a broad cross section of federal and state laws.</li><li>
Working knowledge of applicable mortgage-related laws, consumer protection and privacy laws, and artificial intelligence-related laws and regulations.</li><li>
Experience negotiating range of contracts and transactional documents and working directly with business stakeholders.</li><li>
Operational or other business experience, in addition to legal experience, strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience with alternate lending products, non-mortgage products, personal lending, auto lending, and/or credit card products helpful but not required.</li></ul><div></div><div><b>
Why work for #teamloanDepot</b>:</div><div>
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Aggressive compensation package based on experience and skill set.</li><li>
Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive.</li><li>
Work with other passionate, purposeful, and customer-centric people.</li><li>
Extensive internal growth and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement.</li><li>
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision.</li><li>
Wellness program to support both mental and physical health.</li><li>
Generous paid time off for both exempt and non-exempt positions.</li></ul><div>
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About loanDepot</b>:</div><div>
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loanDepot (NYSE: LDI) is a digital commerce company committed to serving its customers throughout the home ownership journey. Since its launch in 2010, loanDepot has revolutionized the mortgage industry with a digital-first approach that makes it easier, faster, and less stressful to purchase or refinance a home. Today, loanDepot enables customers to achieve the American dream of homeownership through a broad suite of lending and real estate services that simplify one of life's most complex transactions. With headquarters in Southern California and offices nationwide, loanDepot is committed to serving the communities in which its team lives and works through a variety of local, regional, and national philanthropic efforts.</div><div>
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Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay for this role is between $191,000 and $335,500. Your base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors, including your job-related knowledge/skills, qualifications, experience, and market location.</div><div>
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</div></div>

SVP, Associate General Counsel

Qcells

<div><p><b>Description</b><br>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b></h3><p>
EnFin is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Quality Engineering Manager to lead our software quality assurance and testing efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining testing strategies, ensuring high-quality software releases, and driving process improvements. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in software testing, and a keen focus on delivering customer-centric, reliable products.</p><p>
This position will be based out of one of our offices in Irvine, CA; San Francisco, CA; or Teaneck, NJ, with an in-office schedule that is set at the direct manager&rsquo;s discretion in accordance with the company policies and procedures.</p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
RESPONSIBILITIES</b></h3><ul><li>
Develop and implement a comprehensive testing strategy, covering all aspects of software testing, including functional, regression, performance, and security testing.</li><li>
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (development, product management, DevOps) to define quality goals and integrate testing into the development lifecycle.</li><li>
Drive continuous improvements in test automation frameworks and tools, enhancing test coverage and efficiency.</li><li>
Monitor and report on test progress, defect metrics, and quality indicators to stakeholders.</li><li>
Ensure the software meets quality standards for functionality, performance, reliability, and scalability before release.</li><li>
Manage and mitigate risks related to software quality and delivery timelines.</li><li>
Stay up to date with industry best practices, tools, and trends in quality engineering and testing.</li><li>
Ensure software engineering standards and practices related to quality are ingrained in all design and development.</li><li>
Prioritize and deliver iteratively in a continuously changing environment.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h3><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 8+ years of professional experience, including 5+ years of experience in software quality assurance.
</li><li>Proven experience with manual and automated testing strategies, frameworks, and tools such as Selenium, Jmeter etc.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and CI/CD processes.</li><li>
Experience with bug tracking and test management tools (e.g., Jira, TestRail).</li><li>
Solid understanding of modern software architectures, including microservices, APIs, and cloud-based systems.</li><li>
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</li><li>
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
</li><li>Experience managing a global team; ability to build, motivate and develop a talented team of quality-minded engineers</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h3><ul><li>
Experience working in the financial services industry (lending/leasing is a plus).</li><li>
Extensive knowledge and experience of Quality Assurance Engineering principles, Software engineering in test methodologies, and tools in Software/SaaS environments on cloud.
</li><li>Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, such as startups or rapidly growing companies.</li><li>
Is passionate about technology and excited about the impact of emerging / disruptive technologies.</li><li>
Familiarity with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) and security testing.</li></ul><br>
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Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (&ldquo;HQCA&rdquo;) is a Qcells company, one of the world&rsquo;s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. We provide an opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing world-class global business in an interesting and expanding industry of the future.<div><div><div><br>
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PHYSICAL, MENTAL &amp; ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:</b><br>
To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements <i>normally expected</i> to perform <i>regular</i> job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.</div></div><div><div><div><div><b><br>
Mobility</b></div></div><br>
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Standing</div><div><br>
20% of time</div></div><br>
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Sitting</div><div><br>
70% of time</div></div><br>
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Walking</div><div><br>
10% of time</div></div><br>
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Strength</b></div></div><br>
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Pulling</div><div><br>
up to 10 Pounds</div></div><br>
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Pushing</div><div><br>
up to 10 Pounds</div></div><br>
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Carrying</div><div><br>
up to 10 Pounds</div></div><br>
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up to 10 Pounds</div></div><br>
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Typing</div><div><br>
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Handling</div><div><br>
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Reaching</div><div><br>
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Agility</b> <b>(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)</b></div></div><br>
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Turning</div><div><br>
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Twisting</div><div><br>
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Crouching</div><div><br>
O</div></div><br>
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Balancing</div><div><br>
N</div></div><br>
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Climbing</div><div><br>
N</div></div><br>
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Crawling</div><div><br>
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Kneeling</div><div><br>
N</div></div></div></div></div><div></div><p><br>
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&rsquo;s minimum qualifications.</p>
<ul><li>This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.</li></ul>
You may view your privacy rights by reviewing Qcells' Privacy Policy or by contacting our HR team for a copy.</div>

Quality Engineering Manager (Software)

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Title: Senior Procurement Specialist
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Department: Procurement &ndash; High Voltage<br>
Location: Irvine, CA<br>
Supervisor: Procurement Manager<br>
FLSA Status: Exempt<br>
Position Status: Permanent, Full-time<br>
Work Status: Hybrid<br>
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SENIOR PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST<br>
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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.<br>
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Qcells USA&rsquo;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.
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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 &amp; 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.<br>
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SUMMARY<br>
Qcells is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to support the sourcing, contracting, and execution of procurement activities related to high-voltage (HV) electrical substations and equipment. This role will support or own one or more major procurement categories such as transformers, breakers, or full substation EPC. The individual will work closely with engineering, project management, construction, legal, and finance to ensure cost-effective, timely, and risk-mitigated procurement. The Senior Procurement Specialist is responsible for conducting the purchasing and/or contracting process for assigned major equipment scopes (capacitor banks, high voltage circuit breakers, surge arrestors, transformers switchgear, etc.) from RFP to purchase order/contract execution, identifying new vendors and emerging technologies, maintaining a database of current vendors, supporting the pre-qualification process and monitoring vendor performance. Works closely with key vendors to support the organization's overall strategic objectives and ensure reliable material support and supply for projects. Delivers the successful operational procurement of assigned projects &ndash; ensuring all projects are fully supported by SCM and achieved target COD (Commercial Operations Date). This position reports to the Procurement Manager, or another management personnel that the CEO 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 15%.<br>
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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.<br>
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES<br>
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Interact with key vendors in support of the Company's overall strategic goals</li><li>
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to issue necessary contracts for High-Voltage capital equipment (GSUs, Circuit Breakers, etc.), and other items as needed</li><li>
Perform vendor onboarding processes (including NDA and pre-qualification)</li><li>
Issue RFx&rsquo;s, including, but not limited to the following<ul><li>
Preparation of RFIs &amp; RFPs to qualified vendors, including working with other functional groups to gather all required documents and data</li><li>
Determine and maintain bid schedules in accordance with project schedules</li><li>
Coordinate responses to bidder questions</li><li>
Review, compare, and evaluate vendor proposals with historical and market pricing to determine cost-competitive pricing and identify opportunities for cost savings</li><li>
Coordinating with High-Voltage procurement team to ensure collaboration and alignment with portfolio strategy and goals</li><li>
Support commercial negotiations for Master Services Agreements, project-specific agreements, etc., for key vendors in accordance with company policies and guidelines</li><li>
Integrate a working knowledge of Utility Scale Renewable complexities into RFP/contracting strategies (e.g., safe-harbor needs, domestic content requirements, IRA benefits timing, etc.) &ndash; collaborating with Manager and Director to define exact strategy, but is responsible for understanding and implementing</li></ul></li><li>
Support the change order processes for vendors and other related contract management processes</li><li>
Perform the handover process to the Project Team, ensuring key contract terms, timelines, due dates, etc. are appropriately communicated</li><li>
Support Project Management Team as needed with contract information and input to resolve vendor disputes and/or issues, such as under-performance or scope gaps</li><li>
Coordinate with internal and external logistics providers to manage the movement of assets between projects and/or warehouse facilities</li><li>
Monitor vendor performance evaluation process and help create improvement processes based on lessons learned</li><li>
Maintain accurate and complete contracting records in accordance with record retention procedures</li><li>
Track and analyze market data and provide updates to leadership teams</li><li>
Identify, qualify &amp; onboard new vendors</li><li>
Independently lead medium-to-large RFPs, contracting processes, and commercial negotiations with minimal oversight from management</li><li>
Own procurement workstreams for major scopes within large or complex projects, including cross-functional coordination and alignment with key internal stakeholders</li><li>
Identify and lead process improvement initiatives across tools, workflows, or documentation, and mentor more junior team members on procurement best practices</li><li>
Provide in-depth market intelligence and supplier strategy recommendations to category managers and procurement leadership, including vendor diversification and risk mitigation strategies</li><li>
Represent procurement in project kickoff or issue resolution meetings and lead direct vendor engagement for performance issues or escalations</li><li>
Contribute to strategic category planning efforts, savings pipeline tracking, and continuous improvement of sourcing playbooks and cost models</li><li>
Serve as an internal SME (subject matter expert) for at least one procurement process or system (e.g., SharePoint file management, contract version control, bid template standardization)</li><li>
Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position</li><li>
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management</li></ul><br>
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS<br>
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Bachelor's Degree required</li><li>
Minimum 3 &ndash; 4 years of experience in Contract Management and/or Procurement</li><li>
Preferred experience in utility-scale solar/renewable energy (e.g., &gt;50MW) and/or construction field projects at a project size of over $30M in procurement of equipment/material
</li><li>Experience in capital equipment purchasing, contract management, and change order management
</li><li>Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, professional, team environment with minimal supervision
</li><li>Ability to prioritize tasks appropriately and in support of project schedules and other deadlines &ndash; not just following steps, but actively thinking of how to improve current state</li><li>
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail</li><li>
Strong verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Confident communicator with the ability to interact with people at all levels of the organization &ndash; proven ability to work cross-functionally and effectively manage up</li><li>
Experience in conducting supplier reviews and evaluations, and maintaining good business relationships</li><li>
Computer literacy with a professional knowledge on Microsoft office including, but not limited to, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.</li><li>
Understanding of construction management software systems (Procore) and SAP, or proven ability to learn new software systems quickly</li><li>
Able to identify, investigate, and solve problems that arise in a timely manner</li><li>
Minimum 5 - 6 years of relevant and progressively responsible experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management &ndash; a demonstrated ability to lead sourcing efforts independently and contribute to strategic initiatives.</li><li>
Minimum 4 years of experience in utility-scale solar/renewable energy (e.g., &gt;50MW) and/or construction field projects at a project size of over $30M in procurement of equipment/material</li></ul><br>
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EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS<br>
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Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day</li><li>
Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk</li><li>
Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds</li><li>
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</li><li>
Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far</li><li>
Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors</li><li>
Travel: up to 15% as needed</li></ul><br>
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EXAMPLES OF WORK ENVIRONMENT<br>
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Regular professional, office business setting</li><li>
Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting)</li><li>
Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite)</li><li>
Under the Office Mobilization Plan (OMP) policy, the role may transition to an onsite or hybrid arrangement, as determined by business needs and the Head of Department</li></ul><br>
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<b>SALARY RANGE FOR POSITION</b><br>
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The anticipated starting pay range of this position, which is to be located in Irvine, CA is $105,000 - $130,000 base salary per year.<br>
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<i>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&rsquo;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.</i><br>
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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.
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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.<br>
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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.<br>
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Nothing in this statement shall imply implicitly or explicitly a guarantee of employment outside our at-will employment opportunity.<p><br>
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&rsquo;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.</p>
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Senior Procurement Specialist - High Voltage

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