Silfab Solar Inc. · 18 hours ago
Process Engineer
Fort Mill, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$80K/yr - $95K/yr
2+ years expSilfab Solar Inc. is the largest automated Solar manufacturing facility in North America, specializing in the development and innovation of ultra-high efficiency PV modules. The Process Engineer will monitor operations, ensure quality and compliance, and recommend process improvements based on metrics and data reporting.
ManufacturingRenewable EnergySolar
Hiring Manager
Jack Bulmer
Responsibilities
Perform complete troubleshooting and changeover different configurations for stringers (TT1200, TT1600, TT1800 and TT 2100 ), Laminators, bussing stations, EL, Flashers
Optimize the soldering recipes for materials on the equipment for better productivity and to reduce losses in the process of complete finished product and achieve low breakage yield
Coordinate with research and development department to qualify BOMs and process techniques in order to optimize Cell-to-Module Loss
Programming and optimizing for ATN soldering parameters for cycle time and quality
Optimize gel content, Adhesion tests to ensure supplier material meets internal qualification requirements in compliance with ASTM D2765 & ASTM D903
Optimize the manufacturing process to ensure product meets highest quality of safety in compliance to UL 1703 standard, in addition to IEC 61215 module performance
Optimize the process in terms to meet mechanical load testing of Solar Modules in compliance with IEC- 61215 standards
Optimize the gel content tests, adhesion tests for Buerkle Laminators (2 Step, 3 Step) for the lamination process with different materials
Perform Non Uniformity tests, Calibration and set up new products on QuickSun 820A Module Solar Simulator in compliance with IEC-60904-9
Perform Non Uniformity tests, Calibration and set up new products on Pasan, SunSim 3c in compliance with IEC60904 standards
Knowledge on calibrating vision systems [ Vitronic Vision system and Omron]
Starts-up new products and equipment and supervises installation, troubleshoots initial production, ensures new processes and products meet requirements, documents and transfers to production
Participates in multi-functional teams (industrial staff, R&D, Marketing, etc.) to resolve problems and develop new products, Process study and continuous process/quality improvement
Maintains safety, product quality/yield, and manufacturing effectiveness through daily troubleshooting and resolution of process difficulties working in a cross-functional team environment
Attend and participate in a variety of meetings and task force groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements and policies
Perform all duties to operate all equipment, all within limitation of the standard methods and procedures and in accordance with strict adherence to safety, environmental quality and productivity requirements
Ensure finished product meets Silfab Ontario quality standard
Understand machine controls, properties of materials, associated quality tests and standards to determine root causes of quality defects and effectively trouble-shoot the process
Perform other tasks management may deem necessary
Qualification
Required
Graduate in Mechanical/Electrical Technology program at College/university
2-3 years of work experience in Solar Module manufacturing plant
Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, 5S, Six sigma AND Lean Manufacturing training courses
Good Knowledge of the application of statistical tools in process control and product monitoring
Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Systems (CMMS) an asset
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional team members
Mechanical aptitude/ interest
Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
Team oriented
High degree of attention to detail, precision and follow through
Willing and able to work rotating shift
Be able to conceive and manage small projects
Company
Silfab Solar Inc.
Silfab Solar is the North American leader in the design, development and manufacture of high-efficiency, premium quality PV modules.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$225MKey Investors
ARC FinancialBreakwall CapitalUS Department of Energy
2024-11-21Private Equity· $50M
2024-11-21Debt Financing· $50M
2024-05-16Grant
Leadership Team
Paolo Maccario
President and CEO
Treff MacDonald
Chief Operating Officer
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