Process Technician - Solar Cell Manufacturing

solestial · 1121 West Warner Rd; Tempe, AZ 85284

Posted 14 days ago

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Skills

Solar cell processingR&D equipment operationPreventative maintenanceQuality controlSinton lifetimePhotoluminescenceElectroplatingClean room environment

Benefits

  • ✓Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • ✓Vacation days
  • ✓Sick days
  • ✓Paid holidays
  • ✓401K with employer match
  • ✓Short-term and long-term disability
  • ✓Life insurance
  • ✓Equity

Job description

The Company:
 
Solestial, Inc. is the solar energy company for space.  Solestial’s core technology is a breakthrough ultra-thin silicon solar cell that can self-cure radiation damage at normal operating temperatures in space, packaged in a flexible, lightweight panel designed to achieve minimum degradation for up to 10 years in LEO.  Solestial panels can be mass-produced using automated machines resulting in costs 90% lower than incumbent technologies, with virtually unlimited manufacturing capacity.  From today’s satellite constellations and research projects to tomorrow’s utility-scale energy infrastructure and services in space, Solestial is powering the new space economy.
 
The Role:
 
As a Process Technician at Solestial you will be responsible for processing ultra-thin solar cells according to baseline processes. This will include safely operating R&D equipment to run baseline solar cell production lots according to documented procedures, troubleshooting tool failures, and assisting process engineers with transferring R&D processes to large-scale manufacturing tools. For our large-scale manufacturing line, technicians will be performing operational preventative maintenance on the equipment, diagnosing and troubleshooting intermediate-level alarms, running basic quality control procedures, and working with simple hand tools and systems during floor operations.
 
This is an exciting position as part of a positive, supportive, and passionate team! A competitive compensation package, including equity and full benefits (see below), will be offered.
Specific Responsibilities to Include:
  • Available to work Monday-Friday, 8am - 4pm.
  • Operate tools and equipment safely to maintain quality and fulfill orders per direction of supervisor. 
  • Perform assigned job duties in accordance with training, written procedures, and with direction provided by team members and supervisor. 
  • Interact with equipment to monitor parameters and alarms. ​​ ​​
  • Characterize partially processed solar cells (Sinton lifetime, photoluminescence, etc.). 
  • Monitor process data & make decisions based on procedures to maintain process control. Collect process data and maintain a record of work at the direction of the supervisor.
  • Recognize conditions that require escalation and provide good communication on issues and recommendations. 
  • Collaborate with the solar cell engineers on problem solving. 
  • Provide good communication with team members and leadership during shift changes.
  • Work in a R&D manufacturing environment, often without direct supervision. 
  • Perform mechanical maintenance activities utilizing hand tools and measurement devices in our large-scale manufacturing line. 
  • Follow safety requirements and prevent accidents.
  • Maintain clean work environment.
  • Other duties as assigned.
    • Your Background:
  • High school diploma or GED.  
  • Associates of Science degree or Certification in a STEM program preferred. 
  • Ability to work in clean room environment. 
  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment. 
  • Ability to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
  • Ability to lift heavy objects, and spend the majority of time processing production lots in an environment where sitting/standing is required for extended periods of time. 
  • Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, clear communication. 
  • Positive attitude. 
  • A preferred candidate will have previous experience:
  • Working in a clean room environment (production or R&D)
  • Electroplating processing
  • Manufacturing Solar cell or electronics 
    • Our Benefits:
  • Competitive salary + equity - we want you to grow with us
  • Generous, high-quality medical, dental, and vision coverage on day one of employment
  • 15 vacation days, 5 sick days, and 10 paid holidays annually - with an extended holiday break at year’s end
  • 401K with employer match up to 4% of salary
  • Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability and employer-sponsored life insurance
  • Your impact will extend beyond our labs - supporting production of solar technology that literally goes to space.

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