Manufacturing Engineer, Solar Cell Factory (Starlink)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Design, commission, and qualify production processes and equipment for solar cell manufacturing, from pilot builds through full-rate production
• Lead the production ramp by working through multi-disciplinary issues to hit volume, yield, and cost targets
• Drive yield, uptime, and rate improvements to hit program targets (OEE)
• Lead prototype and engineering builds, ensuring incremental milestones for production development are met
• Provide feedback to the design and process teams to improve design for manufacturability and process robustness
• Collaborate with equipment engineering, supply chain, production technicians, and quality to keep processes stable and solve production problems quickly
• Identify and establish requirements for automation opportunities, and evaluate them for return on investment
• Manage work instructions, process documentation, and training for owned processes

Job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 1+ years of experience designing, building, manufacturing, or testing hardware (internship experience is applicable)
• Demonstrated experience in high-volume or medium-volume manufacturing environments such as solar, semiconductor, consumer electronics, automotive, or industrial equipment
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Siemens NX, SolidWorks) for design and modeling of manufacturing tools, fixtures, and process equipment
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and process optimization to support rapid iteration and high-volume production
• Familiarity with electronics or solar cell manufacturing processes, cleanroom operations, and handling of fragile substrates and process materials
• Programming and automation skills, such as Python, MATLAB, or PLC programming, for factory automation, data analysis, and yield improvement
• Strong problem-solving abilities, including root cause analysis (e.g., 8D or fishbone diagrams) and experience with failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA)