QE Solar reviews

2.8

38% would recommend to a friend

(32 total reviews)

Ken Heissler

45% approve of CEO

34% positive business outlook

QE Solar has an employee rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars, based on 32 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The QE Solar employee rating is 23% below average for employers within the Energy, Mining & Utilities industry (3.7 stars).

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32 reviews
1.0
Mar 4, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The company operates in an interesting industry and some teams are made up of experienced professionals who genuinely care about the work. There is potential if leadership aligns more closely with operational realities.

Cons

here appears to be a growing disconnect between leadership and the technical and operational aspects of the business. In several instances, leadership discussions and interviews do not explore core topics such as portfolio governance, operational KPIs, contract management, or time-and-materials (T&M) billing discipline. These are fundamental components of running service and asset portfolios effectively, yet they are often overlooked. Employees who focus on operational rigor sometimes feel undervalued, while others are described internally as “hiding under the radar” and eventually managed out rather than coached or developed. This creates uncertainty and contributes to turnover. Work-life balance can also be inconsistent. Some employees report difficulty taking planned time off, which adds to the perception that leadership priorities are not aligned with sustainable team management. Overall, the organization would benefit from leadership with deeper operational and technical experience, as well as stronger engagement with the teams responsible for executing the work.

2.0
Jan 29, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Work includes travel time, and uniforms are paid by employer.

Cons

Managers never met with employees. New structures implemented behind closed doors. Customer complaints from staff being deployed without knowledge and experience. Field staff lack motivation and physical ability to perform basic job duties. Contract obligations exceed field staff abilities, and lack of skilled technicians.

2.0
Oct 7, 2025

Top-Heavy Structure

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

*The company has shown strong support for field employees, offering clear career advancement opportunities and training for those roles. *Employees are passionate and committed, especially those who have been with the company through its growth phases.

Cons

*The company is top-heavy, with an unusually high number of upper management positions for its size. This has led to inefficient decision-making and a disconnect between leadership and day-to-day operations. *There is a noticeable culture of favoritism and nepotism. Leadership often prioritizes hiring or promoting personal connections over long-tenured employees who have made meaningful contributions to the company's growth. *Corporate employees have limited career development opportunities compared to their field counterparts, and there’s little investment in internal growth or upward mobility within the corporate team. *Benefits are mediocre (PTO, sick leave, healthcare, etc.), despite the company’s frequent efforts to market them as exceptional. *Upper management does not support employees who raise concerns about toxic culture or poor leadership. Rather than addressing the issue or holding people accountable, they often shift blame onto the employee, further damaging morale and trust.

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