Technology SM

ReNew; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNew is seeking a PhD holder to lead process development and optimization of next-generation solar cell architectures at its Gujarat operations, with deployment to JV locations for up to 1.5 years.

You will conduct studies on cell/module performance, fabricate prototypes, collaborate with educational institutes and vendors, and develop process windows and cost models to enable scalable manufacturing.

Qualifications

• PhD in Energy Science and Engineering or related field.
• Minimum two years of industrial or postdoctoral research experience in next generation technology.
• Experience assessing cell performance metrics (efficiency, Voc, Jsc, FF, cycle life).
• Desirable experience with advanced characterization tools (PL/EL, CV, EIS, SEM/TEM, XRD, Raman).

Responsibilities

• Process development and optimization of next-generation cell architectures (TOPCon, TOPCon+, Perovskite-Si tandem).
• Conduct detailed studies for assessment of cell and module performance, reliability and scalability.
• Fabricate prototype and manage lab-scale trials in collaboration with educational institutes, research labs and material developers.
• Develop process windows, control limits, and spec sheets for new steps.
• Perform cost modeling and manufacturability assessment (BoM impact, capex, throughput, yield).

Skills

Research experience

Data analysis

DOE (Design of Experiments)

Education

PhD in Energy Science and Engineering / Material Science and Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Electrical Engineering

Tools

PL/EL

CV

EIS

SEM/TEM

XRD

Raman

Job description

About Company

ReNew is the leading decarbonisation solutions company listed on Nasdaq (Nasdaq: RNW, RNWWW). ReNews clean energy portfolio of 18.5 GW as of March 31, 2025 is one of the largest globally.

In addition to being a major independent power producer in India, ReNews extensive range of offerings includes solar, wind, hydro and hybrid renewable energy solutions through renewable power purchase agreements.

The company not only generates renewable energy but also offers decarbonization solutions such as green hydrogen, intelligent (data-driven) solutions, energy storage, solar, manufacturing and carbon credits.

Renew has two state of the art manufacturing facilities in Jaipur & Dholera, Gujarat. ReNew has a capacity of 6.4 GW Capacity of Module Manufacturing Capacity & 2.5 GW of Cell Manufacturing Capacity.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Process development and optimization of next-generation cell architectures (TOPCon, TOPCon+, Perovskite-Si tandem etc.).
• Conduct detailed studies for assessment of cell and module performance, reliability and scalability.
• Fabricate prototype and manage lab-scale trials in collaboration with educational institutes, research labs and material developers for efficient knowledge transfer.
• Develop process windows, control limits, and spec sheets for new steps.
• Perform cost modeling and manufacturability assessment (BoM impact, capex, throughput, yield).
• Work closely with external collaborators, JV teams and vendors of materials, equipment, for smooth operation of JV for reaching their KPIs and deliverables.
• Support scale-up of lab innovations to pilot and mass production.

Educational Qualification & Desired Experience

• PhD in Energy Science and Engineering / Material Science and Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Electrical Engineering from a renowned institute.
• Minimum two years industrial / postdoctoral research experience in next generation technology.
• Must have experience in assessing cell performance metrics (efficiency, Voc, Jsc, FF, cycle life, capacity retention).
• Desirable to have experience in electrical, physical, and chemical characterization using advanced tools (PL/EL, CV, EIS, SEM/TEM, XRD, Raman, etc.).
• Knowledgeable on failure mechanisms, degradation modes, and long-term reliability of solar cells, modules and various BoM.
• Desirable to have experience in data analysis, statistical modeling and DOE to drive process improvements.

Main Interfaces

• Strategy, Corporate Finance, Business Development
• Cell and Module Plant Operations
• Quality, R & D, Manufacturing groups
• External labs, research institutes, collaborating partners

Reporting Authority

Senior Vice President - Technology

Location

Dhorera and possible deployment to JV location for 1.5 year .