Prior experience in perovskite photovoltaics or optoelectronics is a plus.
Expert and hands on experience in laboratory or manufacturing environment.
In depth knowledge in several fields from the list of photovoltaic device theory, characterization techniques and other fields relevant to First Solar's technology.
Demonstrated proficiency with SolidWorks or AutoCAD strongly preferred.
Strong sense of project ownership with hands-on and can-do attitude.
Strong communication skills across organizations.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Develop new metrology to enable process monitoring and advanced characterization for perovskite solar cell research.
Implement novel characterization setups utilizing internal and external vendors
Communicate effectively across the organization to explain existing techniques and to learn the demand for new characterization capabilities
Supervise continues improvement and development of characterization system’s software and hardware.
Enable a system of preventive maintenance and cross-training that allows for minimal downtime of characterization infrastructure
Work closely with key stakeholders to enable implementation and continuous improvement of methods, recipes and data infrastructure
May train, mentor and manage junior and peers on specific subject matters.
Comply with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been enforced. Contributes to continuous improvement of said policies.
Other duties as assigned.
Job description subject to change at any time.
Estimated Salary Range
104,910 USD per year- 149,500 USD per year
US Physical Requirements
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
Will lift, push or pull up to 37 pounds on an occasional basis.
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
20/40 vision in both eyes together, with or without correction, is required.
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
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, and a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair) for those requiring respirator use.
Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
