Apr 23, 2015

Process Engineer

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Process Engineer to work within the R&D team based in Queanbeyan. The ideal candidate will have experience in solar cell solution coating techniques and formulation, device encapsulation, prototype module design and development and mechanical engineering knowledge and experience.

This position principally involves the development and scale-up of deposition (solution coating) processes for Third Generation Solar Cell applications, with a focus on optimising established prototyping processes and corresponding parameters (solution formulation and deposition process) and subsequently demonstrating these at large size, subjecting devices to extensive testing, undergoing cycles of further improvement and scaling to pilot and manufacturing levels.

Role and Duties

The candidate is expected to perform a range of hands-on activities/tasks including but not limited to the following specific duties:

  • Routine modifications of formulation and solution rheology to match process requirements.

  • Participation in the specification and identification of improved and next generation solution coating processes and corresponding materials for next generation perovskite solar module development.

  • Sourcing and/or design, development and commissioning of relevant prototype equipment, including custom hardware design (in-house and third party).

  • Prepare prototype modules to subject to IEC 61646 test protocols and work through the iterative process and material improvement cycle.

  • Completion of the validation of investigated prototype processes for handover to pilot and manufacturing teams including preparation of detailed process instructions and participation in project planning.

  • Communication of project status, written and verbal, with other Dyesol and partner teams, in particular R&D, materials development, application/product development and external parties.

Skills and Attributes

Essential:

  • Proven track record in delivering challenging development engineering projects - on budget and on time.

  • Experience in materials processing and a range of deposition processes, in particular solution coating, solution formulation and rheology, characterisation/metrology.

  • Experience with solar cell encapsulation and sealing.

  • Proficiency in the use of engineering software (CAD, Solidworks and Corel Draw).

  • Demonstrated capability to proactively contribute in multi-disciplinary teams, with the ability to work within a team environment as well as independently.

  • High degree of manual dexterity.

  • The ability to perform multiple tasks at a consistently high level.

Desirable:

  • Experience in a related area (PV, OLED, thin films, printed semiconductors, coated glass, paint industry, ceramic processing).

  • Screen printing, slot die coating, spray coating, CO2 and/or YAG laser, belt furnace, environmental chamber, IV testing operator level experience.

  • Strong scientific background to understand and support the development of the investigated technology.

  • Demonstrated experience with automation systems and implementation to repetitive tasks including vision/inspection systems.

  • Proven track record in working with scientific R&D groups to achieve desired manufacturing outcomes.

    Understanding of implications of and competency in developing environment controlled processes.

  • Established experience in collaborating with external engineering groups/companies.

Qualifications and/or Experience

Appropriate applied tertiary degree in engineering and/or science, preferably process, mechanical, nanomaterials or related engineering. Ideally, the successful applicant will have 5+ years working experience within a similar role/industry.

Dyesol supports a 'one team' culture and will offer a salary commensurate with skills and experience and the opportunity to establish a career with a world leader in the supply of 3rd Generation Solar Technology.

Please submit a CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria before Close of Business 7 May 2015 to Judith Pritchard.

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