Director of Technical Pre-Sales Support - PV&BESS

OverviewDirector of Technical Pre-Sales – PV & BESSHanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA) provides utility-scale solar PV and battery energy storage system (BESS) project development, along with EPC services for solar and BESS projects nationwide. The role serves as a key technical interface between the commercial organization and utility-scale customers across solar PV and energy storage segments, translating complex customer requirements into technically viable and commercially optimized solutions. The position reports to the Chief Commercial Officer and is hybrid based out of the Houston, TX office (3 days per week). Travel up to 30% may be required.ResponsibilitiesServe as the technical lead for customer-facing sales support across PV and BESS EPC and equipment-only opportunities.Develop system configurations, single-line diagrams, layout concepts, and technical proposal content for utility-scale BESS and solar PV projects.Provide technical responses to RFPs, RFIs, and Due Diligence requests in coordination with sales and proposal/estimation teams.Support the development of BESS sizing models, energy dispatch strategies, and performance analyses tailored to customer use cases and interconnection requirements.Collaborate with product and engineering teams to align customer needs with appropriate technical solutions, ensuring competitiveness and feasibility.Analyze customer requirements and grid interconnection parameters to inform optimal system architecture and commercial strategies.Lead technical presentations and customer meetings to communicate Qcells’ capabilities and value proposition.Monitor regulatory, code, and standards developments (e.g., UL9540A, NFPA 855) impacting PV and BESS system design.Support the hand-off process to execution teams by ensuring continuity of technical documentation and customer expectations.Participate in internal process improvements and tool development initiatives to enhance technical sales effectiveness.Ensure regular attendance in accordance with company policy and supervisory assignment as an essential job duty.Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by Management.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline; Master’s degree preferred.Minimum 7–10 years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy systems, including at least 2 years focused on BESS project support or design.Proficient understanding of BESS components (battery racks, PCS, BMS, EMS) and relevant integration and control strategies.Familiarity with PV system design and performance tools (e.g., Helioscope, PVSyst, AutoCAD); familiarity with HOMER, ETAP, or similar tools is a plus.Ability to interpret interconnection requirements, customer specifications, and performance guarantees into actionable design criteria.Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex technical concepts for executive-level and customer-facing discussions.Collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail.Experience working within cross-functional environments including sales, engineering, and construction teams.Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, UL, and NFPA codes relevant to solar and BESS projects.Examples of Physical DemandsStationary position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time; sitting up to 8 hours/day.Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop, and/or walk.Carry weight: infrequently carry objects weighing up to 10 pounds.Hearing and speech: frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information.Sight: frequent use of sight to read computer and documents.Climb: occasionally ascend/descend stairs.Travel: up to 30% as needed.Work EnvironmentRegular professional office setting; noise ranges from low to moderate in office settings and moderate to high on construction sites.Role may transition to onsite or hybrid arrangements as determined by business needs.Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, and any other classification protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals during the application process and employment and can be reached at in this statement guarantees employment outside our at-will arrangement. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17