Senior Development Engineer, Solar Materials & Processes

First Solar, Inc.; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 80,700 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar, Inc. in Perrysburg, Ohio is seeking a Development Engineer to enhance thin film solar cells. The candidate will perform experiments and apply engineering methods to optimize efficiency.

The role requires degrees in engineering and extensive experience in technical roles, emphasizing communication and project management. The estimated salary ranges from $80,700 to $115,000 annually. This position is an opportunity to contribute to renewable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• 15 years of relevant technical experience or 2 years as a Development Engineer I.
• 5 years of relevant experience or 2 years as a Development Engineer I.
• 3 years of relevant experience or 2 years as a Development Engineer I.

Responsibilities

• Perform material and device research to enhance solar cell performance.
• Plan, execute, and characterize development engineering experiments.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in solar cell efficiency.

Skills

Chemical processing equipment design

Laboratory experiment execution

Analytical skills

Project planning

Communication across organizations

Education

Associate's degree in chemical engineering

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Master's degree in chemical engineering

Ph.D. in chemical engineering

Job description

First Solar, Inc. in Perrysburg, Ohio is seeking a Development Engineer to enhance thin film solar cells. The candidate will perform experiments and apply engineering methods to optimize efficiency.

The role requires degrees in engineering and extensive experience in technical roles, emphasizing communication and project management. The estimated salary ranges from $80,700 to $115,000 annually. This position is an opportunity to contribute to renewable energy solutions.