Junior Quality Control Engineer - Remote w/frequent travel (Must live in the
United States)
Intertek's Clean Energy Associates (CEA) serves as a trusted partner to some of
the world’s leading solar project developers, owners and financiers, providing a
range of services across the value chain. These services include quality
assurance, supply chain management and traceability as well as technical support
to clean energy projects.
CEA also serves clean energy equipment suppliers and manufacturers, helping them
grow and navigate the key manufacturing challenges that are critical for their
success. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for
consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the
world.
We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total
Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing
quality, safety, and sustainability to life. Learn more @ www.intertekcea.com
What are we looking for?
The Junior Quality Control Engineer will conduct quality control audits and
inspections at manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance with client standards
and specifications during the production process of solar PV components. This
role involves onsite monitoring, visual inspections, and documentation to ensure
the quality and reliability of solar products. They will work closely with
internal and external teams, leveraging a strong attention to detail and a focus
on maintaining high standards in manufacturing environments
The Junior Quality Control Engineer could also engage in field work and be
responsible for executing onsite solar PV projects including PV module testing,
inspections, audits, commissioning verification, troubleshooting, etc.
Candidate will be responsible for executing work within all technical,
commercial, safety regulatory, and environmental requirements to meet or exceed
client’s expectations.
The candidate should also be able to troubleshoot issues that may arise during
testing, resolve conflicts, communicate effectively virtually with colleagues
and coordinate work with client’s representatives onsite, be comfortable working
in a group environment, and willing to put in extra effort to coordinate
activities across time zones.
Shift/Schedule: Variable. This position will travel up to 75% of the time.
Salary & Benefits Information
In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you
can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k)
with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement
and more.
What you'll do:
Travel to manufacturing facilities to perform production quality control
audits and inspections on solar PV products and components.
Conduct visual inspections using established quality control checklists to
ensure compliance with specifications.
Verify Bill of Materials (BOM) and monitor inline production processes.
Oversee pre-shipment inspections, packaging, and loading processes for
finished products.
Support internal and external laboratory testing efforts, ensuring alignment
with client requirements.
Generate and submit detailed QC reports promptly following audits.
Address client-specific QC requests and provide additional services as needed
within defined scopes of work.
Collaborate with back-office teams to support cross-functional projects in
quality control, finance, and operations.
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all
encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the
mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
B.S. in engineering or physics (4-year engineering/science degree)
An understanding of the components and operation of PV modules and systems
Experience with I-V Curve Tracing, Megger Testing, Infrared Scanning, Visual
Inspection, Multimeter Use and safety practices while conducting inspections
and/or commissioning work
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal);
diligent record-keeping; proficient Microsoft Office and computer skills
OSHA 10/30 certification, fall protection training, and training in
arc-flash, lock-out/tag-out, and other special protective equipment and
procedures desirable
Ability to work outdoors in harsh conditions including but not limited to
desert areas, winter conditions, nighttime work, long hours standing,
climbing stairs and ladders
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not
limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection,
protective jacket or apron and arm guards)
Intertek is not able to provide visa sponsorship or work authorization
support for this position Applicants must be legally authorized to work in
the United States on a permanent basis without current or future sponsorship
Ability to travel out of town the majority of the time
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
This is a remote position; however, applicants must reside in and be able to
legally work in the United States
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:
Experience in PV testing/inspection, O&M, or electrician experience with C&I
and/or utility scaled PV systems
Experience in interpreting EL images and/or I-V curve traces and/or testing
PV modules and cells
NABCEP certification
Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven,
high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations
and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we
work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to
be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain
positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type
of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity
Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the
diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment
Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative
action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally
protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or
who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com
[intertekhrusa@intertek.com] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a
member of the HR Department.
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Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay
a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited
resume.
Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide.
Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100
countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and
Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains.
Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art
facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a
purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.