Sr. Process Engineer

At CS Power Systems, we're on a mission to transform lives by delivering clean, solar-powered electricity to millions worldwide—and we're just getting started. As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future.

About the role

The Sr. Process Engineer II reports to the Principal Engineer. The ideal candidate is responsible for maintaining and improving the process and production line KPI such as efficiency, yield, cost, productivity, and reliability of the products. This role also involves leading a team of technicians to perform daily routine tasks, experimentation, process optimization, failure analysis, and problem-solving activities. The candidate will serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for responsible processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the manufacturing process. The Sr. Process Engineer II will work closely with cross-functional teams in the production line to keep machines and processes operational.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for assigned process groups of the manufacturing line, including but not limited to solar cell manufacturing.
• Optimize and improve solar cell conversion efficiency, yield, reliability, and cost associated with the process and implement related projects according to the process KPI and timelines.
• Identify causes, resolve, and prevent production line and customer issues using problem-solving methods and best industry practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in the process, procedures, materials, and equipment.
• Write and present detailed reports in a timely manner to communicate projects and issues in the production line.
• Lead, manage, and train process technicians in carrying out daily routine tasks. Ensure continuous skill improvement of the technicians through regular training and assessment.
• Qualify, stabilize, improve technology and/or product transfer, new processes, materials, and equipment to support production and quality requirements.
• Review and improve process CpK.
• Coordinate and work with internal cross-functional teams and overseas affiliates to benchmark and implement cell efficiency improvement and cost reduction projects.
• Create, maintain, improve, and continuously update relevant documentation such as SOP, FMEA, Control Plans, OCAP, maintenance procedures, and others as required by the company’s quality policy.
• Support other company KPIs such as safety, output, yield, quality, product delivery, company certifications, 5S, and other related initiatives as provided by management.
• Complete training to improve technical and leadership skills. Write training materials, conduct training courses, and maintain training records of the technicians.
• Remain current in industry technology trends.
• Perform other activities and tasks assigned by supervisors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a major in chemical, material science, microelectronics, or any related field.
• At least 3-5 years’ experience in the solar cell industry or process engineering function.
• Knowledge in HJT technology for solar cell manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge in CVD, PECVD processes in solar cell manufacturing preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with team members, other departments, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Responsible, able to complete tasks independently and on-time, fast learner, with strong technical and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge in process engineering, production, and quality systems.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards in all aspects of process engineering and maintenance.
• Able to work overtime, off-shift, or extended hours to meet 24/7 production requirements, support scheduled/unscheduled process and equipment recovery inside the production line, or any other situation deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Location: Jeffersonville, Indiana