Job Description

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We are looking for a Technology Engineer, with a keen mind and a strong interest in R&D design of solar module products. The candidate will be responsible for the improvement, evaluation and development of the encapsulations, foils and back-sheet materials as well as the processes and characterization for our next generation photovoltaic products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Encapsulants, Foils and Back-sheet Development: Develop, test, and qualify new encapsulants and back-sheets for solar PV modules.

Process Development: Drive quality improvement in the reliability aspects of solar PV modules.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist R&D and process teams with technical analyses, troubleshooting and improvement projects.
• Plan, coordinate and execute product enhancements to module design with external collaborators.
• Drive project schedule and technical enquiries. Strategize testing/characterization methods.

Qualifications:

• D. in Polymer Science/Chemical Engineering Field.
• Min. 3 years relevant experience
• Knowledge of PV module design functionalities.
• Knowledge in characterization and analysis.
• Understanding of degradation mechanism of high capacitance products.
• Possess excellent project management skills, keeping track of key milestones and deliverables and providing regular updates to management team.
• Knowledge of statistical data analysis methods and DOE.
• Self-driven
• Proactive
• Analytical
• Excellent team worker.
• Ability to co-operate with different professionals (operations, equipment suppliers, technology institutes, supply chain, operation).
• Working experience in Solar/Semiconductors/Electronics/Packaging industries is an advantage, but not necessary.

ADDITIONAL ADVANTAGEOUS SKILLS:

Product Reliability Test Design: Familiar with reliability tests, e.g. Damp-heat, Temp Cycle, Humidity Freeze, Light induced degradation, thermal shock.

Failure Analysis: Leading FA from technical part. In-depth understanding of module process \xe2\x80\x93 structure \xe2\x80\x93 property relations, and the degradation mechanism in actual application.

Creating test methodology to analyze failure samples and find out root cause.

Documenting FA report based on technical understanding.

Finite element modelling and analysis (e.g. Solidworks, ANSYS).

Documentation: Experience in documentation of experimental observations & data in publications / literature.

About Us:

REC Group is an international pioneering solar energy company dedicated to empowering consumers with clean, affordable solar power through high-quality solar panels with a leading power density. As Solar\xe2\x80\x99s Most Trusted, REC is known for its patented innovations and multiple award-winning products with reliable long-term performance. The cornerstone for REC\xe2\x80\x99s strong reliability is advanced and highly efficient manufacturing using Industry 4.0 practices. Founded in 1996 in Norway, REC has always been committed to a low carbon footprint in its solar materials and panels. REC is headquartered in Norway with operational headquarters in Singapore and regional hubs in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. As of December 2021, REC is part of Reliance Industries Limited, India\xe2\x80\x99s largest private sector company with revenues of USD 104.6 billion.

Find out more at recgroup.com

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