Solar Module Technology & Automation Leader

Corning, Inc.

Tolleson (AZ)

On-site

USD 174,000 - 240,000

Full time

13 hours ago

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Job summary

Corning, Inc. seeks an engineering leader to own module technology strategy with a strong foundation in controls and automation.

The leader will set priorities for the module engineering portfolio, lead and develop technical people, and translate technology roadmaps into a ranked set of projects that improve module power, reliability, cost, and manufacturability. The role requires collaboration with cell, wafer, manufacturing, quality, IT, supply chain and commercial teams, and involves

Qualifications

10+ years PV/high-volume manufacturing experience with module exposure.
Deep controls and automation experience in manufacturing: PLC, robotics, vision, SCADA/MES.
5+ years leading engineering teams and managers.
Track record delivering a portfolio of engineering projects with measurable business results.
Strong knowledge of module design, materials, processes, reliability and testing.
Excellent English communication; able to influence executives and teams.
Willing to travel internationally, including Asia.

Responsibilities

Set the module technology and automation roadmap aligned with business goals for efficiency, cost, reliability and time to market.
Prioritize projects by impact, risk, payback and resource demand; balance factory support with long-term development.
Define architecture and standards for PLC, robotics, machine vision, MES and data connectivity; drive SPC and AI/ML inspection.
Guide introduction of TOPCon, HJT and BC modules; ensure designs are manufacturable and automatable.
Lead BOM cost-down and build business cases including $/W, yield and payback.
Evaluate suppliers; make/buy and partnership options.
Build and grow managers and engineers across process, equipment, controls, data, materials, reliability and NPI.
Collaborate with cell, IT, quality, manufacturing and customer teams; present in executive reviews.