Description:
The Concentrator PV Solar Cell Design Engineer will develop unique epitaxial structures and processes compatible with the transfer printing technology, as well as design, fabricate and characterize high concentration solar cell prototypes and further optimization of the design to increase throughput, improve efficiency and reduce costs. The anticipated result is a highly manufacturable and scalable product. You will work with a dynamic team of Engineers and partners engaged in this exciting and multi-disciplinary field while reporting directly to the Vice President of Technology.
Benefits:
We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our extensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental and vision benefits and future growth opportunities within the company. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture.

Requirements
The ideal candidate must have an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics or equivalent and 5+ years of industry experience, as well as be technically strong and have experience developing processes and products intended for use in manufacture. Experience in the solar CPV industry highly desirable. In addition, the candidate must be a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a good team player.

Company
Headquartered near Research Triangle Park in Durham, North Carolina, Semprius, Inc. is commercializing an innovative process for printing high performance single crystal semiconductors on a wide range of substrates including glass, flexible or rigid plastic and other semiconductor materials. Our technology offers an unparalleled ability to create novel devices and systems by liberating the semiconductor from its traditional rigid substrate. We are developing capabilities suitable to a wide range of applications and are creating partnerships to bring novel products to market. Our mission is to make HCPV power generation competitive with fossil fuels which opens a multi-billion dollar market.
The solar industry is growing at an unprecedented rate and is demanding the highest performance solar modules at the lowest possible cost. Semprius has developed unique technology licensed from the University of Illinois which is capable of massively parallel transfer printing small solar cell chips onto a glass solar panel at very low cost. The technology enables the use of very high performance multi-junction III-V compound semiconductor solar cells. We are seeking a CPV Solar Cell Designer Engineer to join our team!

Location:
North Carolina

Compensation:
Competitive

Other Positions Available with Semprius

CPV Solar Cell Test, Characterization, and Reliability Engineer
Solar Cell Technician
CPV Solar Cell Design Engineer
Glass Scientist
Senior Displays Engineer

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Description:
The successful candidate will provide the necessary strategic focus for the entire business energy efficiency portfolio and ensure that the portfolio maintains its alignment with the California Energy Efficiency (EE) Strategic Plan. The position will also maintain a high level of involvement in the broader energy efficiency marketplace to ensure that the appropriate technologies are being integrated into SCE’s EE product and program offerings and that the program offerings are designed to use new and innovative delivery approaches. Typical responsibilities include: providing recommendations on enhancements to existing programs to ensure strategic objectives are being met; interfacing with the EE Program Planning group by representing Business program interests in the department and statewide strategic planning process; developing market/product requirements based on in-depth market and customer analysis that drives the creation of innovative product plans that help mainstream new technologies and ideas into the current business portfolio; interfacing with Emerging Technologies programs to provide a higher level of strategic focus to the product life cycle and minimize lost opportunities as technologies transition from innovation to adoption; managing and directing a team of product managers and analysts by prioritizing team activities, delegating and monitoring assignments, providing employee coaching and mentoring, and preparing and delivering PPAs, etc; interacting with senior management and executive level management at SCE, other California IOUs, CPUC, California Energy Commission and other market actors to discuss and gain support for various program strategies and broader technical issues; providing leadership on statewide program coordination activities by leading cross- functional teams of program managers from the California IOUs to ensure consistent program emphasis and delivery approaches; performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
The successful candidate must possess seven years experience in energy engineering, energy efficiency, product/program management and or energy policy issues.
General Job Requirements:
The successful candidate must possess a Bachelors Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related technical discipline; or an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills and experience. Typically possesses 5 years of supervisory or project management experience. Demonstrated knowledge of California’s Energy Efficiency (EE) Strategic Plan. Demonstrated experience managing & implementing medium to large multidisciplinary projects, including identifying, maintaining, and/or adjusting the cost, scope, and resources, managing vendors, and overseeing the formal planning, tracking, and reporting of project performance, as well as experience managing cross-functional teams. Demonstrated experience with consulting with clients, including independently identifying client needs, developing action plans, identifying deliverables, and presenting results. Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills, and be customer focused, to appropriately identify and respond to client’s business needs and facilitate the presentation of recommendations. Demonstrated ability to accurately analyze information, integrate people processes, systems, and technologies, and make strategic decisions regarding project scope, impact, policy, development, and implementation. Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with clients, peers, contractors, regulatory agencies and all levels of management to develop solutions and ensure stakeholder buy-in. Demonstrated ability to take initiative and accountability for results. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Visio.
Preferred Skills:
Master Degree in Business, Engineering or related technical discipline; proficiency in Visio.

Company
Southern California Edison (SCE) is one of the nation’s largest investor-owned, regulated electric utilities, and the largest subsidiary of Edison International. On an average day, SCE provides power for 11 million individuals, 800 communities and cities, 5,000 large businesses, and 280,000 small businesses in central, coastal and Southern California. Delivering that power takes 16 utility interconnections, 4,900 transmission and distribution circuits, 365 transmission and distribution crews, the days and nights more than 14,000 employees, and over a century of experience.
Our heritage at SCE is based on reliability, and our history is defined by a proud tradition of service performed by generations of diverse, dedicated, inspired individuals.
Starting with the certainty that our greatest asset is the quality and capabilities of our employees, we strive to attract, retain, develop, nurture and advance a diverse and talented workforce.

Location:
Irwindale, CA

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Description:
As the Glass Scientist, you will be responsible for the R&D associated with the glass components associated with the high concentration photovoltaic solar cell module including the backplane, top panel and all optical elements. The candidate will work with a dynamic team of Engineers and partners engaged in this exciting and multi-disciplinary field and will report directly to the Vice President of Technology.
Benefits:
We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our extensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental and vision benefits and future growth opportunities within the company. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture.

Requirements
This highly motivated team player will possess an advanced degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics or equivalent and 5+ years of industry experience with flat panel glass products. The individual must be technically strong and have experience developing processes or products intended for use in manufacturing. Experience in the flat panel display or equivalent industry is highly desirable. Strong communication skills required.

Company
Headquartered near Research Triangle Park in Durham, North Carolina, Semprius, Inc. is commercializing an innovative process for printing high performance single crystal semiconductors on a wide range of substrates including glass, flexible or rigid plastic and other semiconductor materials. Our technology offers an unparalleled ability to create novel devices and systems by liberating the semiconductor from its traditional rigid substrate. We are developing capabilities suitable to a wide range of applications and are creating partnerships to bring novel products to market. Our mission is to make HCPV power generation competitive with fossil fuels which opens a multi-billion dollar market.
The solar industry is growing at an unprecedented rate and is demanding the highest performance solar modules at the lowest possible cost. Semprius has developed unique technology licensed from the University of Illinois which is capable of massively parallel transfer printing small solar cell chips onto a glass solar panel at very low cost. The technology enables the use of very high performance multi-junction III-V compound semiconductor solar cells. We are seeking a Glass Scientist to join our team!

Relocation:
Negotiable

Location:
Raleigh, NC

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As the Solar Cell Technician, you will be responsible for assisting other Engineers in the development of high concentration photovoltaic solar cells and modules. You will also test and characterize prototype solar cells and modules, as well as work with a dynamic team of Engineers and partners engaged in this exciting and multi-disciplinary field and will report directly to the Vice President of Technology.
Benefits:
We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our extensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental and vision benefits and future growth opportunities within the company. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture.

Requirements
This highly motivated team player will possess an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field along with 3+ years of industry experience. Flexibility, eagerness to learn and hard working are essential attributes. Experience with optoelectronics, microelectronics and/or solar technology is highly desirable. In addition, this enthusiastic team player must be a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills.

Company
Headquartered near Research Triangle Park in Durham, North Carolina, Semprius, Inc. is commercializing an innovative process for printing high performance single crystal semiconductors on a wide range of substrates including glass, flexible or rigid plastic and other semiconductor materials. Our technology offers an unparalleled ability to create novel devices and systems by liberating the semiconductor from its traditional rigid substrate. We are developing capabilities suitable to a wide range of applications and are creating partnerships to bring novel products to market. Our mission is to make HCPV power generation competitive with fossil fuels which opens a multi-billion dollar market.
The solar industry is growing at an unprecedented rate and is demanding the highest performance solar modules at the lowest possible cost. Semprius has developed unique technology licensed from the University of Illinois which is capable of massively parallel transfer printing small solar cell chips onto a glass solar panel at very low cost. The technology enables the use of very high performance multi-junction III-V compound semiconductor solar cells. We are seeking a Solar Cell Technician to join our team!

Category:
R&D

Relocation:
Negotiable

Location:
Raleigh-Durham, NC

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Description:
The DC electrical power generated by the Amonix High Concentration Photovoltaic system must be converted to ac power and transferred to the utility grid. The electrical power engineer will conduct an electrical field cost/performance optimization design study. This study will consider inverter size, field voltage level, transformer locations, lightning protection, grounding system, breaker protection, providing electrical power to the tracking control system, etc. The output of this study will be a generic field wiring design that can be used on different size fields.

Requirements
- Responsible for modifying the generic design of the field power wiring for each project site.
- Review customer specifications and other site specific requirements to ensure successful installation and implementation
- Prepare electrical field power construction work packages,
- Obtain, review and select bids from electrical contractors
- During site installation, you will be required to be onsite part time to answer questions on the electrical installation and inspect the field wiring installation to verify that it is installed per the specifications.
Other Duties
- project budgets
- contract execution
- provide support from pilot to commercial
- Other job related duties as assigned.
Education, Competencies and Qualifications
- 4 Year Engineering Degree in related field or combination of education and training and work experience
- Familiarity with applicable electrical codes
- Proficiency in, Microsoft Word and Excel
- Excellent communication skills – written and verbal

Company
Join the Leader in Solar Electric Power Technology and Shape the Future of Renewable Energy
AMONIX, a leader in Solar Electric Power Technology, is ready to commercialize its unique and efficient high-concentrator system. New senior career positions are created as needed, offering excellent opportunities for personal contribution and growth. Competitive salary, benefits and aggressive stock option plans make these opportunities very attractive.
Amonix pioneered concentrator PV technology and is the world leader in the field. We are transitioning our focus from research and development to manufacturing, marketing, and installing our systems for utility scale networks. Amonix’s proprietary technology can go into large volume production quicker and with lower capital requirements than any other PV technology. The Company is focused on the large power producers in the Southwestern U.S. In these areas, there is a high level of direct sunlight that maximizes the cost advantages of the Amonix system. Public utility commissions in these areas have mandated a minimum requirement for solar energy production as part of the energy portfolios of the utilities they regulate. The Company has begun to produce modules for public utility companies and plans to continue to penetrate this market over the near term.

Relocation:
Within USA

Location:
Seal Beach, CA and Torrance, CA

Compensation:
DOE

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Description:
Amonix is seeking a Industrial/Manufacturing Engineer to transfer our High Concentration Photovoltaic (HCPV) technology from low volume to high volume production. We are currently in the process of moving the manufacturing process into a new 70,000 sq ft building in Orange County, CA.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right qualified candidate to join the industry leader in the exciting and rapidly growing solar industry. You will have the opportunity to shape the future of Amonix and be part of a dynamic, top notch team.

Requirements
Initially to help in this move, as our Industrial Engineer you will be responsible for
• Designing the layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to meet the production volume requirements
• You will work with design engineers to define the manufacturing process, define work and time flow diagrams, material inventory requirements, and component flows.
• You will be responsible for laying out the manufacturing facility from how and where the material enters the facility to how the final product gets loaded onto trucks.
• Your responsibilities will also include the design and location of support facility such as machine shop, electrical shop, etc.
Additionally, a high degree of automation will be required in order to meet the production level and cost goals. As such, a good understanding of automation will be needed as you will be responsible for:
• Working with design engineers to define processes that can be automated and define the process requirements
• Selecting an automation company to design and fabricate the equipment
• Coordinate with the automation company to ensure production and cost goals are satisfied, supervise the installation and checkout of the equipment
Once production starts in the new facility, process improvement will become your central focus. In this capacity your will be responsible for:
• Studying the manufacturing sequence, material flow and process timing to determine ways of improving the manufacturing process
• Investigate new automation equipment or modifications of the current equipment
• Analysis of statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish quality and reliability objectives of the product
• Working with design engineers on design changes that would improve manufacturability of the system
• You will coordinate quality control to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, and minimize cost.

Company
Join the Leader in Solar Electric Power Technology and Shape the Future of Renewable Energy
AMONIX, a leader in Solar Electric Power Technology, is ready to commercialize its unique and efficient high-concentrator system. New senior career positions are created as needed, offering excellent opportunities for personal contribution and growth. Competitive salary, benefits and aggressive stock option plans make these opportunities very attractive.
Amonix pioneered concentrator PV technology and is the world leader in the field. We are transitioning our focus from research and development to manufacturing, marketing, and installing our systems for utility scale networks. Amonix’s proprietary technology can go into large volume production quicker and with lower capital requirements than any other PV technology. The Company is focused on the large power producers in the Southwestern U.S. In these areas, there is a high level of direct sunlight that maximizes the cost advantages of the Amonix system. Public utility commissions in these areas have mandated a minimum requirement for solar energy production as part of the energy portfolios of the utilities they regulate. The Company has begun to produce modules for public utility companies and plans to continue to penetrate this market over the near term.

Relocation:
Within USA

Location:
Seal Beach

Compensation:
DOE

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Description:
- Trace circuits of defective units, using knowledge of electronic theory and electronic test equipment to locate to the component level
- Discuss layout and assembly problems with Electronics Engineer/Process Engineer and draw sketches to clarify design details and functional criteria of electronic units
- Recommend changes in circuitry or installation specifications to improve assembly, maintenance, test method or product performance
- Sets up standard test apparatus or contrive test equipment and circuitry and conduct functional, operational, environmental and life tests to evaluate performance and reliability of prototype or production products
- Analyze and interpret test data
- Adjust, calibrate, align and modify circuitry and components and record effects on unit performance
- Record test/alignment procedures and results, defects, repair history, numerical and graphical data
- Develop process sheets, work instructions, Engineering Change Order (ECO) configuration matrix and training materials
- Work with and provide detailed defect data to Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality organizations.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
- Evaluate equipment and processes to ensure personnel safety
- Experience with strain gage installation, soldering, thermocouples and a general mechanical aptitude also desired.

Requirements
Associate of Arts degree in Electronics Technology, related field or Military training
- 2+ years related experience as an Electronics Technician performing duties similar to the essential function of this Job Description
- Strong written, verbal and respectful interpersonal skills
- Highly motivated, self-directed, independent thinker
- Familiar with PC Operating Systems & programming in Visual basic & LabVIEW languages.
- Experience in the assembly of electronic equipment including the manufacturing standards of commercial equipment.

Company
Join the Leader in Solar Electric Power Technology and Shape the Future of Renewable Energy
AMONIX, a leader in Solar Electric Power Technology, is ready to commercialize its unique and efficient high-concentrator system. New senior career positions are created as needed, offering excellent opportunities for personal contribution and growth. Competitive salary, benefits and aggressive stock option plans make these opportunities very attractive.
Amonix pioneered concentrator PV technology and is the world leader in the field. We are transitioning our focus from research and development to manufacturing, marketing, and installing our systems for utility scale networks. Amonix’s proprietary technology can go into large volume production quicker and with lower capital requirements than any other PV technology. The Company is focused on the large power producers in the Southwestern U.S. In these areas, there is a high level of direct sunlight that maximizes the cost advantages of the Amonix system. Public utility commissions in these areas have mandated a minimum requirement for solar energy production as part of the energy portfolios of the utilities they regulate. The Company has begun to produce modules for public utility companies and plans to continue to penetrate this market over the near term.

Location:
Seal Beach, CA and Torrance, CA

Compensation:
DOE

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Description:
SkyPower is hiring for the position of Project Engineer, Solar Group to manage projects throughout the interconnection phases. The individual for this position will report directly to the Co-Head, Solar Group and work closely with all members of the solar development team in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
Duties Include:
-Responsible for overseeing all electrical interconnection project aspects from initial development phase through to commercial operation
-Lead the assessment and approval process for solar project interconnection with a variety of local utilities
-Work closely with our partners, consultants and utilities to coordinate interconnection in a timely manner
-Able to review and create single line diagrams, site plans and other technical diagrams and reports
-Understand protection philosophy and identify key technical criteria as it pertains to inverter-based solar generation
-Successfully manage & coordinate projects through the interconnection phases (Pre-Feasibility, Connection & System Impact Assessments, Cost Estimate, Cost Recovery Agreement, Design/Build/Connect)
-Successfully build and manage relationships with local distribution companies, equipment suppliers, municipalities, communities, special interest groups and consultants
-Coordinate with development team to help identify & evaluate new project sites
-Assist in evaluating new technologies and equipment suppliers
-Review technical project design and identify any potential issues
-Prepare for and represent SkyPower at technical meetings, presentations and conferences
-Keep informed about technical interconnection issues involved in Ontario and in the solar industry
-Communicate progress and salient issues with project team and partners

Requirements
Skills & Qualifications:
-Over 5 years of experience in an Electrical field – Power or Energy preferred
-Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering
-Familiar with Ontario’s Electricity marketplace as well as the Transmission and Distribution System
-Experience with renewable energy an asset
-Strong organization and time management skills
-Must be charismatic, outgoing, a self-starter, friendly and energetic
-Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
-Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Autocad (or equivalent)
Other:
-French an asset
-Must be able to travel across Canada and the United States

Company
SkyPower, a Lehman Brothers company, is Canada’s leading independent renewable energy developer with interests in over 100 wind and solar projects at various stages of development across 12 provinces/states, representing more than 9,000 MW of potential capacity. SkyPower’ strategy involves bringing a portfolio of renewable energy projects from exploration phase through to construction and commercial operation and is focused on being the largest owner and operator of renewable energy parks across Canada.

Location:
Toronto

Compensation:
based on experience

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Description:
Identify requirements of and create specifications for complex industrial power equipment; then, supervise the manufacturing, installation, and commissioning of that equipment. Applies principals and techniques of electrical engineering to solve problems and accomplish goals. Travel, including international, will be required.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
• Indentifies requirements of and creates specifications for complex industrial power equipment.
• Locates and selects potential vendors to manufacture equipment.
• Supervises equipment manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and start-up.
• Applies electrical engineering principals to troubleshoot and solve problems on equipment.
• Assists with the development of qualification test procedures and carries out qualification testing.
• Reads and interprets P&ID’s, schematics, specifications for electrical equipment, and technical reports.
• Identifies and monitors project milestones.
• Prepares reports of results and conclusions for management.
• Researches new technology or development tools to remain informed of current technology.

Requirements
• Experience with industrial power systems including transformers, power controllers, and distribution equipment.
• Strong familiarity with PLC programming required, preferably Siemens or comparable.
• Good knowledge of test lab equipment.
• Good knowledge of electrical theories, design principles and practices, and design evaluation techniques.
• Good communication and presentation skills to properly communicate information of moderate complexity to peers, customers, vendors, and members of the management team (up through senior management level).
• Ability to work with and meet critical deadlines. Project management experience is a plus.
Requirements
• B.S.E.E. or P.E. preferred. May have advanced degree.
• 6 + years of industrial electrical or related experience.

Company
GT Solar Incorporated is an industry leader globally providing essential technology, turnkey manufacturing and equipment solutions across the photovoltaic supply chain, enabling the establishment of successful photovoltaic businesses.

Relocation:
Negotiable

Location:
Missoula, MT

Compensation:
Per exp

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Job Summary:
Sharp Microelectronics of the Americas, a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation is seeking an experienced Product Marketing Engineer for Sharp’s Optoelectronics devices.

In this position you will be responsible for directly managing products in assigned areas. This marketing position requires candidates to work closely with Sharp’s Factory, Management and sales in communicating customers’ requirements to the factory and driving solutions to those needs. Primary customer application involvement would be both consumer and industrial equipment. This position reports to the Optoelectronics Manager.

Job Responsibilities:
• Drive design-wins in target markets through training/motivating/supporting the sales force, both via your staff and through personal involvement in winning designs and supporting major OEM customers.
• Work closely with Distribution on sales promotions to increase mindshare and sales.
• Coordinate with factory on technical, delivery, quality, pricing and other issues in order to close design wins or purchase orders.
• Achieve group’s sales revenue targets through effective sales techniques for assigned products.
• Monitor and coordinate product line inventory and purchases for assigned products.
• Prepare semi-annual product line business plans for assigned products.
• Develop and perform product presentations in conjunction with the sales force.
• Update and maintain department’s product pricing programs.
• Coordinate new product introductions.
• Drive the development of sales programs, Marcom plans, success stories, website content and other promotional sales aids.
• Where necessary, organize the development of product collaterals, and technical documentation.
• Perform competitive analyses in order to implement sales penetration strategies.
• Perform training for sales personnel, including sales force, reps, and distributors.
• Coordinate factory taskforce visits of customers.
Position Specifications:
• Candidate must demonstrate a consistent track record of business accountability and a sense of ownership of his business.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills to build positive working relationships within SMA and other Sharp IBUs.
• Strong ability to identify market trends and articulate an action plan to upper management for approval.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, strategic thinking skills with the ability to influence others.

Requirements
Job Requirements:
• Requires a Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent technical degree.
• Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA) is a plus.
• Familiarity with the Optoelectronics market is strongly desired.
• Experience with dealing with distribution for Optoelectronics is strongly desired.
• 6+ years of increasing responsibility in the technical sales or marketing of electronic components is strongly desired.
• Travel throughout North America as well as international is required.

Location:
Camas, WA

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