Solar Cell Development Engineer
3 days ago
First Solar is seeking a highly skilled Development Engineer II to join our team. As a key member of our development team, you will be responsible for designing and developing chemical processes to enhance thin film solar cell performance and stability, as well as reducing manufacturing costs.
Key Responsibilities- Perform material and device research to optimize solar cell efficiency and material selection
- Develop and execute experiments in laboratory and manufacturing environments to improve process and equipment design
- Apply state-of-the-art techniques for material analysis and statistical analysis of data
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve department goals and deliverables
- Train, mentor, and manage junior associates
- PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or similar technical discipline
- Master's Degree in an engineering discipline or similar technical discipline and 3 years of relevant technical experience, or 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer I at First Solar
- Comprehensive understanding of functional business units core area, with expert knowledge in at least one chemistry field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to interpret data and derive conclusions
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with ability to work effectively with internal and external partners and customers
- Competitive salary range: $93,873 - $143,000 per year
- 10-15% travel required
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge solar cell technology and contribute to the growth of a leading solar energy company
First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
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