Job Details: R&D Field Project Manager

Job Title R&D Field Project Manager
Company SunPower Corporation
Location Richmond CA (US)
Date Posted 07/07/10
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SUMMARY

The Ground Mount R&D Project Manager coordinates and oversees the technical aspects of new product launches at assigned commercial installations. Ground Mount R&D Project Manager reports to the Manager, Ground Mount Product Development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned

•Develop, improve, and document installation and assembly processes for new products
•Measure and report labor requirements, installation rates, and installation cost for new products
•Look for and develop continuous improvement opportunities for assembly and installation
•Manage creation of installation related product documentation, Installation Manuals, Design Guidelines, project drawing templates
•Create, update and maintain installation schedules for new product launches
•Engage and coordinate project and construction teams in preparation for product launch
•Manage and Supervise Alpha and Beta installations, coordinate Product Development, Supply Chain, Project Development and Constructions teams in preparation and during installations
•Coordinate and manage development of installation tools with Product Development and Construction teams
•Oversee creation of O&M manual
•Direct info through Engineering for site/project approval
•Customer liaison
•Work with product development engineers to define and optimize assembly and installation methods and cost estimates for new products
•Work with Supply Chain, Quality, and construction personnel to resolve installation issues prior to full launch of new product
•Work with field crews on initial commercial installations of new products to transfer knowledge of best practices, required installation processes, and quality control processes to construction and quality personnel

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May oversee Site Supervisor or technicians. Responsible for effective oversight of multiple subcontractors and temporary leased installation labor

QUALIFICATIONS

•Working knowledge of commercial construction practices
•Familiarity with IBC code
•Ability to read schematic mechanical and electrical drawings
•Ability to diagnose and fix problems in mechanical and electrical systems
•Ability to successfully oversee unskilled, temporary labor force
•Ability to successfully procure, monitor, and assess subcontracted construction functions (ie electrical contractors, commercial roofers)

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

BS or MS in Engineering or related field required
5-8 yrs of related experience
Product development experience is preferred
Experience with commercial construction and/or electrical contracting is required. Experience with project scheduling software such as MS Project is preferred

Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.

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