We are looking for an experienced, results oriented Supply Chain Planner to join our team in our Richmond, CA office. Working part time from our San Jose, CA office may be available.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Primary Responsibilities
•Manage and schedule delivery of materials to customer sites according to material availability
•Work internally within Operations with Logistics, Purchasing, and Manufacturing teams to prioritize material deliveries according to your schedule
•Act on behalf of the customer to manage and solve critical issues within Operations that affect customer satisfaction
•Manage allocation of constrained material between customers by brokering agreements between the different field personnel and management if necessary to best benefit SunPower and the customers
•Maintain on time delivery of material and customer lead time performance at or above stated goals
•Manage and resolve exceptions using Oracle’s Advanced Supply Chain Planning and Global Order Promise application
•Maintain accurate scheduling dates in Oracle’s Order Management application
•Contribute to continuous improvement of Operations by alerting management of key process issues, including root causes, suggestions for improvement, and implementation
Requirements
•4-6 year s experience in a related field
•Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•Ability to be extremely proactive and drive for results
•Ability to be flexible and go beyond the everyday job requirements to get a problem solved
•Ability to solve issues independently, but prioritize and escalate appropriate issues when necessary
•Advanced MS Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office applications
•Proficiency in an ERP application such as Oracle or SAP
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
SunPower Announces the Most Powerful Solar Tracker for Power Plant Applications
SunPower Announces the Most Powerful Solar Tracker for Power Plant Applications
Tuesday October 27, 8:00 am ET
SunPower's newest T20 Tracker is a single axis, ground mounted tracker that follows the sun to deliver the highest system performance. It is pre-assembled for a fast, simple and scalable installation and offers customers a choice of design options to meet specific site needs. With fewer moving parts and refined mechanical structure, the T20 Tracker provides increased reliability, durability, less maintenance, and better wind resistance than conventional trackers. Each T20 Tracker unit generates up to 3.7 kilowatts of power and, by following the sun, delivers up to 30 percent more energy than a fixed tilt system of the same capacity.
"The superior design of the latest SunPower T20 Tracker evolves from our experience in deploying more than 200 megawatts of solar photovoltaic (PV) tracking systems worldwide," said Tom Werner, SunPower's CEO. "This tracker is at the core of SunPower's advanced PV power plant technologies which deliver the lowest levelized cost of energy for utility power plants today."
This next generation T20 Tracker also features the new SunPower TMAC Advanced Tracker Controller (TMAC), the most innovative PV tracker control system on the market today. Its features include real-time tracker status updates, remote monitoring and control, proprietary energy production optimization algorithms, and superior reliability even in harsh environments. In addition, the TMAC enables power plant operators to wirelessly monitor the status of the T20 Tracker in real-time through the SunPower power plant SCADA control system, giving them the option to control the array from a central operations center.
SunPower will begin constructing power plant projects using the new T20 Tracker beginning in early 2010.
About SunPower
Founded in 1985, SunPower Corp. (Nasdaq: SPWRA - News, SPWRB - News) designs, manufactures and delivers the planet's most powerful solar technology broadly available today. Residential, business, government and utility customers rely on the company's experience and proven results to maximize return on investment. With headquarters in San Jose, Calif., SunPower has offices in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. For more information, visit www.sunpowercorp.com.
Friday, October 16, 2009
3971 - Sales Executive - Trenton, NJ
We are seeking an experienced Large Accounts Sales Executive to create and implement strategies and tactics to develop accounts with large, multi-location private sector companies and public agencies. Large Accounts Executives are responsible for selling new and existing, multi-site and multi-opportunity project accounts with annual revenues on the order of $10M - $50+M.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
This position will be responsible for all facets of commercial photovoltaic systems sales including but not limited to:
•Meeting personal sales goals
•Researching and analyzing target markets
•Developing tactical execution plans for coverage of assigned accounts and/or segment
•Identifying key decision makers and relationships within assigned segment that translate into new revenue opportunities
•Performing customer needs assessments and mappings
•Performing opportunity assessments based on customer needs
•Developing and presenting customer focused product and service presentations
•Accessing available solar rebates and incentives
•Completing initial location and building audits and working with proposal development team and Structured Finance team to insure best pricing with maximum margin
•Generating quotes and formal proposal packages, including leading SunPower proposal teams
•Working with in-house counsel to develop contract terms
•Working with SunPower and Client Marketing Teams on developing tandem promotional opportunities
•Leading hand-off of purchase agreements to system installation personnel
•Assessing market conditions to identify necessary product and service offering modifications
•After-Sale account management leading to future orders(Farming)
Education and Experience
•B.S. in a technical area and experience with energy related products preferred.
•Proven track record in complex and strategic sales spanning at least 10 years, selling $10M+ projects over 9 -12 month sales cycles to first-time and repeat buyers for whom multiple people make the buying decision
•Experience working with large, multi-location companies operating in multiple states
•Experience in Deal Structuring and financing is strongly preferred
•Experience selling in the energy and/or construction industry is preferred
Qualifications
•Demonstrated ability to develop new business relationships quickly and to close business
•Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
•Demonstrated ability to manage and interface effectively with cross-functional employee groups of all levels and competencies
•Ability to perform and interpret financial analysis and provide appropriate data and information
•Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
•Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
•Ability to demonstrate photovoltaic and construction industry expertise
•Ability to deal comfortably and professionally in a wide spectrum of settings
•Fluency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
This position is based in Trenton, New Jersey with up to 40% overnight travel.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
This position will be responsible for all facets of commercial photovoltaic systems sales including but not limited to:
•Meeting personal sales goals
•Researching and analyzing target markets
•Developing tactical execution plans for coverage of assigned accounts and/or segment
•Identifying key decision makers and relationships within assigned segment that translate into new revenue opportunities
•Performing customer needs assessments and mappings
•Performing opportunity assessments based on customer needs
•Developing and presenting customer focused product and service presentations
•Accessing available solar rebates and incentives
•Completing initial location and building audits and working with proposal development team and Structured Finance team to insure best pricing with maximum margin
•Generating quotes and formal proposal packages, including leading SunPower proposal teams
•Working with in-house counsel to develop contract terms
•Working with SunPower and Client Marketing Teams on developing tandem promotional opportunities
•Leading hand-off of purchase agreements to system installation personnel
•Assessing market conditions to identify necessary product and service offering modifications
•After-Sale account management leading to future orders(Farming)
Education and Experience
•B.S. in a technical area and experience with energy related products preferred.
•Proven track record in complex and strategic sales spanning at least 10 years, selling $10M+ projects over 9 -12 month sales cycles to first-time and repeat buyers for whom multiple people make the buying decision
•Experience working with large, multi-location companies operating in multiple states
•Experience in Deal Structuring and financing is strongly preferred
•Experience selling in the energy and/or construction industry is preferred
Qualifications
•Demonstrated ability to develop new business relationships quickly and to close business
•Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
•Demonstrated ability to manage and interface effectively with cross-functional employee groups of all levels and competencies
•Ability to perform and interpret financial analysis and provide appropriate data and information
•Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
•Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
•Ability to demonstrate photovoltaic and construction industry expertise
•Ability to deal comfortably and professionally in a wide spectrum of settings
•Fluency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
This position is based in Trenton, New Jersey with up to 40% overnight travel.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Where the clean-tech jobs are
Where the clean-tech jobs are
by Candace Lombardi
General unemployment may be on the rise, but the clean-tech sector should be a bright spot for job seekers, according to a report released Thursday by Clean Edge research.
The clean-technology sector was one of the largest recipients of venture capital last year, raising about $3.35 billion in the U.S., according to New Energy Finance statistics in the the "Clean Tech Job Trends 2009" report (PDF).
Unlike most reports from research firms, this one is free to download in full.
The 29-page report, which also draws on statistics from other organizations such as the Pew Charitable Trusts, includes a plethora of useful information for the clean-tech job hunter, including schools offering green career training, job posting and social media sites dedicated to clean-tech jobs, a list of the largest clean-tech employers, and a list of the best green-tech blogs.
Based on the number of job postings and placements, and public and private investment, the report found the solar industry to be the leading clean-tech sector, followed by biofuels and biomaterials, conservation and efficiency, smart grids, and wind power.
(Credit: Clean Edge)
For those willing to move for a job, the report lists the 15 areas in the U.S. where people are likely to find the most clean-tech job activity, as well as a separate list for global clean-tech hotspots.
"Unlike the early days of computers and IT, the clean-tech economy is a highly dispersed phenomenon, with no single place, industry, or professional demographic controlling the sector," Ron Pernick, co-founder and managing director of Clean Edge, said in a statement.
Not surprisingly, the San Francisco and Los Angeles greater metropolitan areas topped the U.S. list at No. 1 and No. 2, respectively. The greater New York metropolitan area (which includes northern New Jersey and Long Island) was No. 3 for clean-tech jobs. Here's the breakdown:
1. San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose
2. Los Angeles-Riverside-Orange County
3. New York-northern New Jersey-Long Island (N.Y.-N.J.-Conn.-Pa.)
4. Boston-Worcester-Lawrence-Lowell-Brockton (Mass., N.H.)
5. Washington, D.C.-Baltimore (Md., Va., W.V.)
6. Denver-Boulder-Greeley
7. Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton
8. Portland-Salem
9. Chicago-Gary-Kenosha (Ill., Ind., Wisc.)
10. Sacramento-Yolo County
11. San Diego
12. Austin-San Marcos, Texas
13. Phoenix
14. Detroit-Ann Arbor
15. Houston-Galveston-Brazoria
The report also contains a comprehensive spreadsheet detailing the type of clean-tech jobs available, the typical degree level required, and the median pay levels. The jobs range in median pay from $36,100 to $106,000.
And while some jobs like project developer or geothermal power engineer required a bachelor's degree or even a specified engineering degree, most of the jobs on the list were true "green-collar" jobs in that they only require a high school diploma. Those jobs included HVAC service technician, journeyman lineman for smart grid, network operations center technician for smart grid, solar fabrication technician, and solar energy system installer.
by Candace Lombardi
General unemployment may be on the rise, but the clean-tech sector should be a bright spot for job seekers, according to a report released Thursday by Clean Edge research.
The clean-technology sector was one of the largest recipients of venture capital last year, raising about $3.35 billion in the U.S., according to New Energy Finance statistics in the the "Clean Tech Job Trends 2009" report (PDF).
Unlike most reports from research firms, this one is free to download in full.
The 29-page report, which also draws on statistics from other organizations such as the Pew Charitable Trusts, includes a plethora of useful information for the clean-tech job hunter, including schools offering green career training, job posting and social media sites dedicated to clean-tech jobs, a list of the largest clean-tech employers, and a list of the best green-tech blogs.
Based on the number of job postings and placements, and public and private investment, the report found the solar industry to be the leading clean-tech sector, followed by biofuels and biomaterials, conservation and efficiency, smart grids, and wind power.
(Credit: Clean Edge)
For those willing to move for a job, the report lists the 15 areas in the U.S. where people are likely to find the most clean-tech job activity, as well as a separate list for global clean-tech hotspots.
"Unlike the early days of computers and IT, the clean-tech economy is a highly dispersed phenomenon, with no single place, industry, or professional demographic controlling the sector," Ron Pernick, co-founder and managing director of Clean Edge, said in a statement.
Not surprisingly, the San Francisco and Los Angeles greater metropolitan areas topped the U.S. list at No. 1 and No. 2, respectively. The greater New York metropolitan area (which includes northern New Jersey and Long Island) was No. 3 for clean-tech jobs. Here's the breakdown:
1. San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose
2. Los Angeles-Riverside-Orange County
3. New York-northern New Jersey-Long Island (N.Y.-N.J.-Conn.-Pa.)
4. Boston-Worcester-Lawrence-Lowell-Brockton (Mass., N.H.)
5. Washington, D.C.-Baltimore (Md., Va., W.V.)
6. Denver-Boulder-Greeley
7. Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton
8. Portland-Salem
9. Chicago-Gary-Kenosha (Ill., Ind., Wisc.)
10. Sacramento-Yolo County
11. San Diego
12. Austin-San Marcos, Texas
13. Phoenix
14. Detroit-Ann Arbor
15. Houston-Galveston-Brazoria
The report also contains a comprehensive spreadsheet detailing the type of clean-tech jobs available, the typical degree level required, and the median pay levels. The jobs range in median pay from $36,100 to $106,000.
And while some jobs like project developer or geothermal power engineer required a bachelor's degree or even a specified engineering degree, most of the jobs on the list were true "green-collar" jobs in that they only require a high school diploma. Those jobs included HVAC service technician, journeyman lineman for smart grid, network operations center technician for smart grid, solar fabrication technician, and solar energy system installer.
Friday, September 25, 2009
3826 - Project Designer
The Project Designer-Ground creates site-specific designs for the deployment of SunPower Systems products, applying design guidelines and working with internal and external customers to define and meet unique project requirements for large -scale ground mounted solar arrays. Generates full sets of construction documents or oversees one or more drafters to execute construction drawings, and generates bills of material, specifications, and other documents in support of the in-house construction project management team. Manages external engineering sub-consultants; assists salespeople and construction Project managers with design related questions; responds to Requests For Information (RFIs) from the field during construction.
Job duties include the following:
•Leads in defining a project’s functional and spatial requirements. Estimates costs and develops schedules for the design of rooftop and ground mounted solar arrays.
•Prepares mechanical, electrical, civil and structural designs for free standing ground-mounted solar arrays
•Oversees one or more drafters who execute construction drawings
•Schedules and leads Design Review meetings; assists project manager in updating overall project schedule and budget
•Updates and maintains design schedule dates in Excel or MS Project. Creates new schedules as needed.
•Leads multiple project designs simultaneously; manages competing priorities and overcomes obstacles to successfully meet submittal dates
•Creates Scopes of Work for engineering consultants and modifies and updates the boilerplate scopes as needed
•Creates and updates CSI format specifications unique to project and site requirements
•Manages engineering consultants for calculations, drawing packages, professional stamps
•Meets with external customers and construction subcontractors to discuss design options, address concerns, and reduce costs
•Uses understanding of construction logistics, material and labor costs to optimize designs
•Is local expert to Salespeople and construction Project Managers with design related questions, responding to RFIs from the field
•Mentors more junior engineers
•Reviews and approves Bills of Materials for all product types;
•Effectively directs and utilizes administrative resources in repetitive tasks such as generating plots and updating schedules
•Assists in updating and maintaining drawing set templates based on updates from product design or other sources of new information
Education and Experience
•Bachelors degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a Masters degree in Architecture
•5-7 years experience in the design field
•PE or equivalent foreign certifications are a plus; professional development is encouraged
Qualifications
•Excellent, demonstrated civil design skills
•Ability to delegate and prioritize work of drafters, technicians, and interns
•Strong AutoCAD skills and proven ability to generate accurate, highly-detailed construction drawings
•Strong familiarity with construction and electrical codes
•Proven ability to successfully procure, monitor, and assess subcontracted consultants
•Strong analytical skills
•Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization, as well as outside customers and vendors.
•Ability to work in a team environment with a customer service focus.
•Sufficient organizational skills to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines.
•Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
•Must be computer-savvy - strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Level descriptors:
•An experienced professional who has substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks. As a skilled specialist, resolves a wide range of issues in resourceful and creative ways.
•Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative. Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions. Builds productive internal and external working relationships.
•Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
Job duties include the following:
•Leads in defining a project’s functional and spatial requirements. Estimates costs and develops schedules for the design of rooftop and ground mounted solar arrays.
•Prepares mechanical, electrical, civil and structural designs for free standing ground-mounted solar arrays
•Oversees one or more drafters who execute construction drawings
•Schedules and leads Design Review meetings; assists project manager in updating overall project schedule and budget
•Updates and maintains design schedule dates in Excel or MS Project. Creates new schedules as needed.
•Leads multiple project designs simultaneously; manages competing priorities and overcomes obstacles to successfully meet submittal dates
•Creates Scopes of Work for engineering consultants and modifies and updates the boilerplate scopes as needed
•Creates and updates CSI format specifications unique to project and site requirements
•Manages engineering consultants for calculations, drawing packages, professional stamps
•Meets with external customers and construction subcontractors to discuss design options, address concerns, and reduce costs
•Uses understanding of construction logistics, material and labor costs to optimize designs
•Is local expert to Salespeople and construction Project Managers with design related questions, responding to RFIs from the field
•Mentors more junior engineers
•Reviews and approves Bills of Materials for all product types;
•Effectively directs and utilizes administrative resources in repetitive tasks such as generating plots and updating schedules
•Assists in updating and maintaining drawing set templates based on updates from product design or other sources of new information
Education and Experience
•Bachelors degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a Masters degree in Architecture
•5-7 years experience in the design field
•PE or equivalent foreign certifications are a plus; professional development is encouraged
Qualifications
•Excellent, demonstrated civil design skills
•Ability to delegate and prioritize work of drafters, technicians, and interns
•Strong AutoCAD skills and proven ability to generate accurate, highly-detailed construction drawings
•Strong familiarity with construction and electrical codes
•Proven ability to successfully procure, monitor, and assess subcontracted consultants
•Strong analytical skills
•Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization, as well as outside customers and vendors.
•Ability to work in a team environment with a customer service focus.
•Sufficient organizational skills to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines.
•Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
•Must be computer-savvy - strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Level descriptors:
•An experienced professional who has substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks. As a skilled specialist, resolves a wide range of issues in resourceful and creative ways.
•Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative. Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions. Builds productive internal and external working relationships.
•Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
3817 - Senior Construction Manager
This position is the on-site field representative for SunPower’s large scale commercial construction projects. The Construction Manger coordinates all of the materials deliveries and subcontractors’ work; ensures that the systems are installed correctly and provides feedback to the design team. Senior level Construction Managers may manage multiple medium to large installations or one mega installation at any given time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
•Pre-plans the installation of the SunPower product and related items and reviewsthe contract documents to ensure compliance with all required provisions.
•Provides on-site oversight of contractors and trades
•May oversee more junior construction managers on a per project basis
•Provides main day-to-day customer interface
•Manages site safety program; includes holding safety tailgates, carrying out accident investigations, and ensuring contractor compliance with SunPower, customer, and government safety guidelines
•Arranges for the delivery of the SunPower products; schedules and coordinates the installation of the products with the customer, subcontractors and inspectors.
•Provides feedback to product development.
•Closes out the project and turns it over to Customer Service.
•Mentors more junior Construction Management Staff
Education and Experience
•Associate degree or equivalent experience
•6+ years of commercial construction, carpentry, and/or roofing experience
•Experience with electrical systems and wiring is strongly preferred
Qualifications
•Strong Familiarity with construction and electrical codes
•Strong analytical skills
•Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization, as well as outside customers and vendors.
•Ability to work in a team environment with a customer service focus.
•Organizational skills needed to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines.
•Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
•Must be computer-savvy - strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with MS Project a plus
Physical Requirements
This position is physically demanding and can require a great deal of travel, often on short notice. Construction Managers may regularly lift up to 40 pounds and be required to work in hot or cold weather.
Other requirements
Valid drivers license
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
•Pre-plans the installation of the SunPower product and related items and reviewsthe contract documents to ensure compliance with all required provisions.
•Provides on-site oversight of contractors and trades
•May oversee more junior construction managers on a per project basis
•Provides main day-to-day customer interface
•Manages site safety program; includes holding safety tailgates, carrying out accident investigations, and ensuring contractor compliance with SunPower, customer, and government safety guidelines
•Arranges for the delivery of the SunPower products; schedules and coordinates the installation of the products with the customer, subcontractors and inspectors.
•Provides feedback to product development.
•Closes out the project and turns it over to Customer Service.
•Mentors more junior Construction Management Staff
Education and Experience
•Associate degree or equivalent experience
•6+ years of commercial construction, carpentry, and/or roofing experience
•Experience with electrical systems and wiring is strongly preferred
Qualifications
•Strong Familiarity with construction and electrical codes
•Strong analytical skills
•Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization, as well as outside customers and vendors.
•Ability to work in a team environment with a customer service focus.
•Organizational skills needed to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines.
•Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
•Must be computer-savvy - strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with MS Project a plus
Physical Requirements
This position is physically demanding and can require a great deal of travel, often on short notice. Construction Managers may regularly lift up to 40 pounds and be required to work in hot or cold weather.
Other requirements
Valid drivers license
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
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