Engineer III, Solar Laminate

GAF; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Employee referral program

Job summary

GAF Energy is hiring an experienced R&D engineer to lead solar laminate development, prototyping, and testing in the lab. You will collaborate with reliability teams, suppliers, and cross-functional groups to push new solar products toward manufacturing.

You should have 5+ years in solar module R&D and a Master’s in a relevant field; Ph.D. is a plus. Expect travel and close coordination with manufacturing and design teams.

Qualifications

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• Master’s degree in Physics, Materials Science or Electrical Engineering is required.
• Ph.D. is preferred for advanced research roles.
• 5+ years in lab-based R&D for solar module development and testing.
• Deep knowledge of PV module electrical circuits and materials integration for long-term reliability.
• Familiarity with UL/IEC certification processes and PV failure modes.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; proven innovation track record.

Responsibilities

• Envision, design, and prototype solar laminates/shingles in the lab.
• Lead testing to meet performance goals with reliability teams.
• Develop new materials and designs with suppliers; use software for design acceleration.
• Identify and solve complex problems with rapid iteration and critical thinking.
• Mentor teammates as a solar laminate development expert.
• Collaborate across teams to plan, develop, and launch new solar products.
• Present concepts and results to executives and stakeholders.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Energetic

Forward thinking

Prioritization

R&D experience

Education

Master’s degree in Physics/Materials/Electrical Engineering

Ph.D. preferred

Job description

At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work– we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Team Summary

GAF Energy is transforming the rooftop solar industry to generate “Energy from Every Roof”. As a Standard Industries company, GAF Energy works in partnership with North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, GAF, offering homeowners elegant, roof-integrated solar options. The company also provides commercial tax equity funding for large-scale rooftop solar projects. For more information about GAF Energy, visit www.gaf.energy.

Essential Duties

• Hands-on Development: Be the person who envisions, designs, and prototypes solar laminates/shingles in the lab.
• Testing Guru: Make sure products hit initial performance goals and work with the reliability team for rigorous lab and field testing (PV and roofing standards are your friends!).
• Innovate: Develop new materials and designs with suppliers/collaborators. Use software (optical, electrical, thermal) to speed up the design process.
• Problem Solver: Quickly figure out complex issues and solve problems fast. Critical thinking for the win!
• Lead a Little: Be a go-to mentor, expert on solar panel laminate development, deployment and manufacturing.
• Team Player: Collaborate with everyone at GAF Energy to plan, develop, and launch new solar products.
• Communicate: Present your awesome concepts and results to executives and stakeholders regularly.

Qualifications Required

• Master’s degree Physics, Material Science, Electrical Engineering required
• Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) Physics, Material Science, Electrical Engineering preferred
• 5+ Years in R&D in a lab setting
• Minimum of 5 years doing solar module R&D, design and testing
• Deep knowledge of solar module electrical circuits and material integration for best PV generation and 25+ year reliability.
• Must understand key PV failure modes, materials, and testing best practices (like UL/IEC certification).
• Skills: Hands-on problem solver, great communicator, energetic, forward-thinking, and good at balancing priorities.
• Proof: A proven track record of innovation (patents!), problem-solving, and delivering technical solutions on time.
• Specs: Experience defining engineering specs for processes, testing, and quality control for high-volume production.
• Flexibility: Ready to spend lots of time in the lab, pilot, and manufacturing environments.

Travel Requirements:

20% Travel in US and globally

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications. Base Salary Range: $108,000-$148,500

How We Protect What Matters Most:

• We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
• Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• We’re committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).