The Position
We are looking for a talented Senior Device Engineer to work on our Perovskite R&D Team. The main responsibilities of this role include:
- Improve perovskite solar cell and perovskite/silicon tandem solar cell efficiency and durability through material and device innovation
- Conceptualize, execute and interpret scientific experiments
- Fabricate and test perovskite solar cells and/or modules and report results on a weekly basis
- Identify critical research pathways through assessment of internal results and literature review
- Propose and plan new project ideas and follow through on project deadlines
- Collaborate with external research groups including academic partners and government laboratories
- Establish and follow safety protocols
- Take responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of deposition tools and processes
- Interface with equipment vendors and suppliers to meet project needs
The Requirements
- Basic science or engineering degree. MA or MS with a minimum of 5 years industry experience, or BS or BA with minimum of 10 years industry experience
- Previous industry experience as wet coatings engineer and working with solutions of varying viscosities
- Experience using sheet-to-sheet slot-die coating in manufacturing
- Experience with experimental design and process development
- Experience working in a laboratory environment and knowledge of chemical safety protocols
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication in English
- A demonstrated ability to solve problems using multidisciplinary and hands-on approaches.
- Must enjoy frequent interactions and open communication with a wide variety of personnel.
- Stand, sit, or walk for long periods of time performing laboratory work
- Complete tasks in a timely fashion
- Communicate the findings to technical staff in presentation format
- Exemplify team work and strong work ethic