Are you enthusiastic about technological innovation and willing to contribute to the energy transition objectives to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050? Do you also care about strengthening Europe's energy sovereignty? Photovoltaic (PV) technology will be a major pillar of the future carbon-free energy system. Join us and take part in developing high-efficiency, stable and long-lasting photovoltaic modules, by actively collaborating in European industrial projects. Let's work together towards large-scale, sustainable PV solution deployment !

You will report to the Head of the Modules Process Laboratory (LPM) and be part of the Photovoltaic Modules and Systems Department (SMSP) team.

In close collaboration with CEA LITEN's PV cell and module technical experts, you will develop and qualify new cell interconnection processes for the next generation of PV modules. You aim to improve module performance and reliability over time, while minimizing manufacturing costs and the use of critical materials.

This mission takes place within the laboratory's collaborative projects and requires close interaction with international industrial partners.

You will be responsible for :

• Development, optimization and reliability of cell interconnection processes for new-generation PV modules by ECA or welding, including :

-          Interconnection equipment upgrades : installation and qualification

-          Definition and execution of experimental studies

-          Characterization of materials and related processes (including tensile and adhesion tests, optical measurements, DSC, DMA, CTE)

-          Advanced characterization of modules (optoelectronic tests : flash tests, spectral response, electroluminescence)

•  Production of innovative PV modules and qualification through ageing tests to support the development of more mature technologies up to the production of the first series
•  Contribution to technology transfer
•  Planning and coordination of the project activities to achieve the initial technical objectives
• Preparation of reports and technical deliverables for internal and external communication
• Elaboration of scientific knowledge and know-how in interconnection of PV cells, including technologic survey and results promotion (patents, publications in scientific journals, participation in conferences,…)

 International travels to consider

With an engineer’s diploma or Master’s degree in Materials Sciences / Semiconductor technology (or equivalent) with manufacturing process expertise, you demonstrate work experience in materials and associated processes, ideally in PV module applications.

You have also experienced working in project mode, respecting costs, quality and deadline targets while managing risks and contractual terms.

As an autonomous person, you also value teamwork. You enjoy conducting experiments in a laboratory, with a rigorous scientific approach. You are pragmatic and agile in developing technical solutions, using your ability to analyse and summarize results, combined with your organisational skills.

You demonstrate good written and oral communication skills, are fluent in English and motivated to learn (some) French.

You are likely to travel abroad occasionally.