Raw Material Laboratory Engineer

NextGenEnergyJobs; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Solar Inc. in the United States seeks a Materials Engineer to advance our material characterization, testing, and reliability efforts.

You will design experiments, analyze data, and translate laboratory findings into practical recommendations for material selection, supplier qualification, and manufacturing performance. The role emphasizes rigorous testing, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or related field.
• Hands-on laboratory or industrial material testing experience.
• Experience with statistical or DOE software (Minitab, JMP, Python, MATLAB).
• Familiarity with material testing standards (ASTM, ISO, IEC).
• Experience with polymers, sealants, coatings, glass, metals, or other raw materials used in manufacturing.
• Experience supporting material qualification, supplier evaluation, reliability testing, or root-cause investigations.
• Experience working within an ISO-controlled laboratory or manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of experimental design, data integrity, and technical analysis.
• Ability to independently organize and execute laboratory testing activities.
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, repeatable testing.
• Ability to translate laboratory findings into practical engineering recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Apply Design of Experiments (DOE) and engineering methodologies to real-world material engineering challenges.
• Perform material characterization, testing, statistical analysis, and technical interpretation.
• Apply engineering findings to support material selection, supplier qualification, manufacturing performance, and product reliability.
• Develop and implement test methods to evaluate material performance, durability, and reliability.
• Provide technical recommendations based on laboratory data and engineering analysis.
• Support root-cause investigations and corrective actions related to raw material performance.
• Contribute to laboratory quality systems, testing procedures, engineering standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Technical writing

Education

Master’s or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or related field

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Canadian Solar Inc. is one of the world’s largest solar modular producers. As a leading vertically integrated provider of ingots, wafers, solar cells, solar modules, solar power systems and specialized solar products, Canadian Solar delivers uncompromising value to its customers across the globe.

Responsibilities

• Apply Design of Experiments (DOE) and engineering methodologies to real-world material engineering challenges
• Perform material characterization, testing, statistical analysis, and technical interpretation
• Apply engineering findings to support material selection, supplier qualification, manufacturing performance, and product reliability
• Develop and implement test methods to evaluate material performance, durability, and reliability
• Provide technical recommendations based on laboratory data and engineering analysis
• Support root-cause investigations and corrective actions related to raw material performance
• Contribute to laboratory quality systems, testing procedures, engineering standards, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Note: The company reserves the right to change the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time as its own discretion.
• Upon individual request, Canadian Solar will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.
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Requirements

• Master’s or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field
• Hands-on laboratory or industrial material testing experience
• Experience with statistical or DOE software such as Minitab, JMP, Python, or MATLAB
• Familiarity with material testing standards, including ASTM, ISO, and IEC
• Experience with polymers, sealants, coatings, glass, metals, or other raw materials used in manufacturing
• Experience supporting material qualification, supplier evaluation, reliability testing, or root-cause investigations
• Experience working within an ISO-controlled laboratory or manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of experimental design, data integrity, and technical analysis
• Ability to independently organize and execute laboratory testing activities
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and presentation skills
• Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, repeatable testing
• Ability to translate laboratory findings into practical engineering recommendations