Product Engineer

Solx

$70K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS / MS in Engineering (Materials, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related)
  • 3+ years experience in product or module engineering within PV or electronics manufacturing
  • Solid grasp of PV module construction, materials, and their failure modes
  • Experience with module qualification and certifications (IEC 61215 / 61730, UL)
  • Proficient in BOM management and CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks)
  • Strong data analysis skills with a focus on Design For Manufacturing (DFM) and Design For Reliability (DFR)
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Own module product specifications, bills of materials (BOM), and construction documentation for all production configurations
  • Lead new product introduction, overseeing prototype builds, pilot runs, and rapid iteration to reach production readiness
  • Select, qualify, and manage materials and components in collaboration with the supply chain
  • Drive certification and qualification processes with accredited test laboratories
  • Enhance power class, efficiency, reliability, and cost per watt through design and material improvements
  • Analyze reliability, field, and warranty data to lead corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

  • Opportunity to own the product lifecycle from design to certification
  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including engineering, supply chain, and customers
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and processes in the PV industry
  • Potential for career growth in the renewable energy sector
  • Engage with supply chain and manufacturing processes, enhancing practical application of engineering skills
Full Job Description
Own the module as a product - from design and bill of materials to certification, reliability, and cost per watt - bridging engineering, the line, the supply chain, and the customer.

What you'll do
  • Own module product specifications, bills of materials (BOM), and constructional documentation across each production configuration.
  • Lead new product introduction (NPI) - prototype builds, pilot runs, and rapid iteration to production readiness.
  • Select, qualify, and manage materials and components - cells, glass, encapsulant, backsheet, frame, and junction box - with the supply chain.
  • Drive certification and qualification (IEC 61215, IEC / UL 61730) with accredited test labs.
  • Improve power class, efficiency, reliability, and cost per watt through design and material changes.
  • Analyze reliability, field, and warranty data; lead corrective action and continuous improvement with process and quality.


What you bring
  • BS / MS in Engineering - Materials, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related.
  • 3+ years in product or module engineering in PV or electronics manufacturing.
  • Solid understanding of PV module construction, materials, and failure modes.
  • Experience with module qualification and certification (IEC 61215 / 61730, UL) and reliability testing.
  • BOM management and CAD (e.g. SolidWorks); strong data analysis with a DFM / DFR mindset.
  • Hands-on, comfortable bridging design and the production floor.
  • Bilingual English / Spanish a plus.

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