Reliability Engineer IV

About Us: Caelux is a pioneering leader in the field of perovskite solar cell technology, committed to revolutionizing the renewable energy sector with cutting-edge innovations. We are at the forefront of developing full-scale (1x2m) high-efficiency, cost-effective solar solutions and are looking for a visionary Vice President of Process Development to lead and elevate our manufacturing processes.

Job Summary:

The Reliability Engineer IV will be responsible for reviewing equipment life cycles and performing analyses to inform how the business can invest and maintain its assets. As the production specialist, this individual will use their expertise to identify potential issues and prevent production fails or malfunctions. This individual will also enhance process efficiency and ensure the scalability of our production systems to meet our ambitious growth targets.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Develop hypotheses and models (e.g. acceleration models) and validate those hypotheses and models using experimentation
• Design and support execution of experiments to qualify improvements for thin film solar cell performance, reliability, and stability, and to reduce manufacturing cost
• Perform root-cause failure analysis and component degradation characterization, using SEM/EDX, XRD, EL/PL, and other diagnostics. Organize and present findings
• Drive and supervise efforts with certification and other external labs (Certification labs, PACT, NREL, Sandia, and academic partners) to obtain certificates for required IEC or UL standards (e.g. UL1703, IEC 61215, 61730, 62840, 61646)
• Develop methods and teach technician staff to build and test devices for reliability. This includes:
• Building small solar modules: encapsulation/lamination, framing, stringing/tabbing and connectorizing for reliability/durability testing
• Instrumenting and subjecting samples to accelerated chamber testing of solar mini-modules and modules to damp heat, thermal cycling, humidity freeze, light and elevated temperature, and other in-house developed stress-test methods, as well as outdoor testing
• Characterizing solar modules using electroluminescence (EL) or photoluminescence (PL) imaging, light I-V testing, IR imaging, and other diagnostics
• Support R&D Lab with development of new techniques and new equipment

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree + 1 yrs experience or M.S. degree + 4 yrs experience; BS + 8 yearsDegree in engineering, materials, chemistry, or closely related field
• Experience in lab testing, reliability/durability testing of electronic devices. Experience with solar photovoltaic cells/modules reliability test methods and failure analysis methods is a major plus
• Knowledge of probability, statistics, design of experiments (e.g. factorial DOE); familiar with statistical analysis software such as JMP, Minitab, R or similar for hypothesis testing and predictive model-building
• Programming skills with python, MATLAB or similar a major plus
• Strong practical lab skills, able to design custom mechanical and electronic test apparatus
• Strong experience with failure analysis methods
• Comfortable with high levels of ambiguity and a vision of future technology trends
• High level of personal initiative upon receiving management guidance and direction
• Work independently in a highly matrixed structure and have excellent listening, written, and verbal communication

Benefits

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment

Comp. Range: $120,000 – $160,000

Caelux is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.