Global Solar Module Development Engineer

Qcells North America; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Qcells North America in White, GA, USA, is seeking a Product Development Engineer to lead solar module development, evaluation, and qualification. You will fabricate pilot modules, assess materials, and conduct reliability testing to ensure long-term module performance, collaborating with suppliers, manufacturing, quality, and overseas teams.

The role requires a technical bachelor’s degree, strong CAD and data-interpretation skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Materials, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical)
• Experience in material development, evaluation, solar module engineering, or related
• Ability to interpret lab data and translate results into engineering decisions
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate solar modules and materials.
• Fabricate pilot/test modules and assess material combinations for process compatibility.
• Perform reliability testing (damp heat, thermal cycling, humidity-freeze, UV) and post-test evaluation.
• Analyze results, summarize findings, and prepare reports for material selection.

Skills

CAD

Cross-functional teamwork

Supplier collaboration

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering

Tools

Mechanical performance analysis software

Job description

Qcells North America in White, GA, USA, is seeking a Product Development Engineer to lead solar module development, evaluation, and qualification. You will fabricate pilot modules, assess materials, and conduct reliability testing to ensure long-term module performance, collaborating with suppliers, manufacturing, quality, and overseas teams.

The role requires a technical bachelor’s degree, strong CAD and data-interpretation skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across functions.