The Fraunhofer Center for Sustainable Energy Systems (CSE) is looking for a PV Module Engineer to join its PV Modules Group. Reporting to the group leader, you will be a key part of a dynamic team leveraging our affliation with other Fraunhofer Centers and university partners.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of R&D projects related to PV modules.
• Establish operation, maintenance and calibration procedures for laboratory equipment.
• Assist the PV Modules Group in selecting and developing appropriate projects for its PV module lab, and assist in developing written proposals for competitive grant applications.
• Work closely with customers in establishing a work plan, executing tasks in a timely manner, and completing written reports.
• Assist in the supervision of students and visiting scientists.
• Interface with management, customers, specialist engineers, and vendors.

 Required Experience and Education:

• A degree (preferably advanced) in an engineering or scientific subject
• At three years experience in at least one of the following: PV solar module design, manufacturing, or testing
• Successful completion of a major product launch
• Familiarity with new and emerging PV module technologies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated mentorship capability
• Ability to accept a high degree of responsibility in a team-based organization, combined with ability to work independently
• A "can-do" outlook for daily task in the lab
• An aptitude for learning new things
• Willingness to go the extra mile to support the team's research projects
• Work to ensure that the laboratory remains a positive, creative and safe work environment at all times