Assistant Process Engineer – Perovskite & Thin-Film Processing

KIBING SOLAR ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

KIBING SOLAR ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking an hands-on Assistant Process Engineer to advance perovskite photovoltaic technology.

You will develop and optimize perovskite coating, vacuum deposition, PVD and thermal evaporation processes for mini-modules, collaborating with the R&D team to improve process stability and yield. Ideal candidates have a diploma or degree in a related field and practical experience in thin-film processing.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in a related engineering/physical science field.
• Experience in process engineering, thin-film processing, semiconductor or PV coating is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with PVD, vacuum deposition or thermal evaporation is advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving, independent troubleshooting and focus on process quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform and monitor perovskite coating and vacuum deposition processes per experimental schedules.
• Support PVD and thermal evaporation processes for perovskite mini-module fabrication.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and implement timely corrective actions.
• Conduct process monitoring and thin-film measurements to evaluate performance.
• Support equipment inspection, maintenance and PVD target replacement.
• Analyze experimental results and contribute to process optimization and improvement.
• Maintain accurate process records and promptly report abnormalities.
• Coordinate daily work activities and support smooth fabrication and experimental tasks.
• Guide or coordinate junior technical personnel as required.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Coordination

Communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

PVD

Vacuum deposition

Thermal evaporation

Thin-film coating

Job description

KEY JOB PURPOSE

We are looking for a hands-on and driven Assistant Process Engineer to join our R&D team in advancing perovskite photovoltaic technology.

The role will support the development and optimization of perovskite coating, vacuum deposition, PVD and thermal evaporation processes for perovskite mini-module fabrication. You will work closely with the R&D team on process improvement, equipment troubleshooting and achieving stable, consistent fabrication results.

KEYRESPONSIBILITIES

The job scope includes:

• Perform and monitor perovskite coating and vacuum deposition processes according to experimental schedules.
• Support PVD and thermal evaporation processes for perovskite mini-module fabrication.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and support timely corrective actions.
• Conduct process monitoring and thin-film measurements to evaluate process performance.
• Support equipment inspection, maintenance and PVD target replacement.
• Analyze experimental results and contribute to process optimization and improvement.
• Maintain accurate process records and promptly identify and report abnormalities.
• Coordinate daily work activities and support smooth execution of fabrication and experimental tasks.
• Guide or coordinate junior technical personnel where required.

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONREQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
• Relevant working experience in process engineering, thin-film processing, semiconductor, photovoltaic, coating, vacuum deposition or related fields is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with PVD, vacuum deposition, thermal evaporation, coating or thin-film processes will be an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented and responsible, with a strong focus on process quality and consistency.
• Good organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Experience in coordinating, guiding or supervising junior engineers, technicians or laboratory personnel is an advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Candidates with relevant industry experience and a strong interest in perovskite photovoltaics and emerging thin-film technologies are encouraged to apply.

ABRIDGED VERSION OF JOB DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS

We are seeking a hands-on and motivated engineering professional to join our growing R&D team in advancing perovskite photovoltaic technology.

The role will support perovskite coating, vacuum deposition, PVD and thermal evaporation processes for the development and fabrication of perovskite mini-modules. The successful candidate will contribute to process optimization, equipment troubleshooting and process stability, while working closely with the R&D team to advance high-performance perovskite photovoltaic technologies.

Candidates with relevant industry experience, strong problem-solving skills and experience in coordinating or supervising technical personnel will be highly valued.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.