Sr. Process Engineer

Canadian Solar; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CS Power Systems, a cutting‑edge division of Canadian Solar, seeks a Sr. Process Engineer II in Jeffersonville, IN.

The role focuses on maintaining and improving process KPIs like efficiency, yield, and cost, while leading technicians and driving continuous improvement across the production line. The ideal candidate will serve as SME for solar cell processes, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree with relevant major is required.
• Experience in solar cell or process engineering is required.
• Knowledge of HJT/CVD/PECVD preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for solar cell process groups and optimize efficiency and cost.
• Lead and train technicians; manage day-to-day operations.
• Develop and maintain SOP, FMEA, and control plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and overseas affiliates.
• Support safety, quality, and other KPIs across production.

Skills

Process optimization

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Safety and quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CVD

PECVD

HJT knowledge

Job description

At CS Power Systems, we're on a mission to transform lives by delivering clean, solar-powered electricity to millions worldwide—and we're just getting started. As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future.

Across Canadian Solar's powerful ecosystem—including CS Power Systems, CSPowerTech, e-STORAGE, Recurrent Energy, MSS, and CSI Solar—we're deeply invested in our people's success. If you're passionate about renewable energy and want to "Make the Difference" by building a lasting positive impact on the planet and communities everywhere, join us at CS Power Systems—where your talent can help shape the clean energy revolution.

Position Title: Sr. Process Engineer II

Department: Process Engineering

Reports To: Principal Engineer

Location: Jeffersonville, Indiana

Job Description

The Sr. Process Engineer II reports to the Principal Engineer. The ideal candidate is responsible for maintaining and improving the process and production line KPI such as efficiency, yield, cost, productivity and reliability of the products. This role also involves leading a team of technicians to perform the daily routine tasks, experimentation, process optimization, failure analysis and problem solving activities. The candidate will also serve as SME for responsible processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the manufacturing process. The Sr. Process Engineer II will work closely with cross-functional team in the production line to keep machines and processes operational.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for assigned process groups of the manufacturing line including but not limited solar cell manufacturing.
• Optimize and improve solar cell conversion efficiency, yield, reliability and cost associated with the process and implement related projects according to the process KPI and timelines.
• Identify causes, resolve and prevent production line and customer issues by using problem solving methods and best industry practices. Drive for continuous improvement in the process, procedures, materials and equipment. Write and present detailed reports in a timely manner to communicate projects and issues in the production line.
• Lead, manage and train process technicians in carrying daily routine tasks. Ensure continuous skill improvement of the technicians by doing regular training and assessment
• Qualify, stabilize, improve technology and/or product transfer, new processes, materials and equipment to support production and quality requirements. Review and improve process CpK
• Coordinate and work with internal cross functional team and overseas affiliates to benchmark and implement cell efficiency improvement and cost reduction projects
• Create, maintain, improve and continuously update relevant documentation such as SOP, FMEA, Control Plans, OCAP, maintenance procedures and others as required by the company’s quality policy.
• Support other company KPIs such as safety, output, yield, quality, product delivery, company certifications, 5S and other related initiatives as provided by the management
• Complete training to improve technical and leadership skills. Write training materials, conduct training courses and maintain training records of the technicians. Remain current in the industry technology trends.
• Other activities and tasks assigned by supervisors

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with major in chemical, material science, microelectronics, or any related field
• At least 3-5 years’ experience in solar cell industry or process engineering function required.
• Knowledge in HJT technology for solar cell manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge in CVD, PECVD process in solar cell manufacturing preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with team members, other departments, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Responsible, able to complete tasks independently and on-time, fast learner, with technical and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge in process engineering, production and quality systems.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards in all aspects of process engineering and maintenance.
• Able to work overtime, off-shift or extended hours to realize 24/7 production requirement, support scheduled / unscheduled process and equipment recovery inside production line or any other situation deemed necessary by the supervisor

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