Sr. Staff Engineer

Powering Positive Change™  

In a world of constant change, the only way to make a meaningful impact is to stay ahead of the curve. That’s why at Maxeon Solar Technologies we’ve been pushing the boundaries of solar innovation every day for 35 years – from the very edge of outer space to countless rooftops below.  

Our highly advanced solar products are powering the fight against climate change in more than 100 countries around the globe. And our brilliant, passionate, and driven team of more than 5,000 people globally are Powering Positive Change™ every day.  

Are you ready to power positive change?  

Summary

Maxeon seeks a Sr. Staff Engineer. This person should be an independent thinker and self-driven individual with demonstrated ability to deliver results under a demanding environment and timeline. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for the development of next-generation technologies for module manufacturing.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the exploration, down-selection, and qualification of equipment and materials in photovoltaic (PV) modules to meet quality, reliability, cost, safety, and manufacturability targets. Will work directly with product engineering, purchasing/buyer, operations, and engineering deployment groups to successfully install equipment and certify the material for use in high-volume manufacturing. Will extend support to process development engineers to help define, develop and optimize processes for manufacturing and assembly of new material-related components. The candidate must fully understand qualification testing requirements and be able to effectively manage multiple project tasks and work effectively in a cross-functional team. Other responsibilities include timely resolution of technical and quality issues, managing supplier changes, and developing materials/equipment spec and qualification test plans (QTP).

Education and Experience

• Mandarin Speaker is a must
• BS/MS in Mechanics, Electrical or Electronics, or related engineering fields
• Experience in Photovoltaics and/or Semiconductor industry is required, preferably in the technology development environment.
• Experience with developing and reliability testing of materials for module assembly desired.

Qualifications

• Above-average communication, written, and presentation skills.  
  • Writes concise and precise reports and presentations that include critical information.
  • Expresses inputs and opinions clearly in meetings
  • Ability to influence stakeholders with a clear and coherent articulation of one’s stand on issues backed with solid technical data.
  • Savvy negotiator who seeks win-win solutions.
• Ability to lead technology/quality task force. Proven problem-solving skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams thru effective meeting management. Demonstrates analytical thinking and challenges others’ opinions by speaking up.
• Computer/software knowledge. Knowledge of MS Office tools, statistical analysis of data (e.g. JMP), and Xcel macros.
• Customer-orientation skills
• Project management skills.
  • Results-oriented.
  • Keeps to the objectives unless necessary to change, then communicates changes to all involved.
  •  Tracks projects to the schedule. Leverages others to help. Schedules project before launching them. Clearly states and communicates objectives. Develops project plan independently. Covers all issues when planning projects (Cost, ROI, Justification, Critical paths, etc.). Uncovers dependencies before executing the project.
• Self-management skills.
  • Elevates issues when appropriate. Ensures that stakeholders are aware of critical and potential problems.
  • Anticipates what might go wrong when planning implementations. Finds ways to improve the process.
  • Assumes responsibility, not just for own area, but upstream and downstream areas too. Appropriately accepts responsibility for failures. Follows up with key partners to ensure clear priorities. Documents and shares findings ‘key learnings with the group.
• Be willing to travel (internationally) for business trips with short notice.
• Others: Displays passion for learning/discovering new things and knows how to bring positive energy into the team thru superior interpersonal skills. Always seeking improvements ( technical, personal, or soft skills) in oneself and welcomes challenges by setting higher goals.

Your safety is our number one priority at Maxeon. All our employees must complete regular workplace safety training and comply with our mandatory safety standards

Safety Compliance

Your safety is our number one priority at Maxeon. All our employees must complete regular workplace safety training and comply with our mandatory safety standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is Maxeon’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. Maxeon will not tolerate unlawful discrimination against any applicant or employee because of race, color, national origin or ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, age, religion, disability, family care status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by national, local, state or federal laws or regulations.

Your safety is our number one priority at Maxeon. All our employees must complete regular workplace safety training and comply with our mandatory safety standards