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Thompson Associates
Solar Senior Applications Engineer
Company Description
Provider of world-class powering solutions with its solar division offering solar solutions for commercial and residential in Bellingham, WA
Job Description
Support the sales staff and customers with solar electric system designs, layout drawings, product quotations, and applications technical information. He/she is also responsible for reviewing system designs and drawings for accuracy, completeness and code compliance as well as designing and implementing internal processes including ECO's, SAP quotation activity and technical product and system training sessions.
Required Qualifications
Experience:
6 - 8 years in engineering with at least 2 years in solar energy and a strong emphasis on customer interaction, electrical design or support experience and a working knowledge of either renewable energy systems both grid tied and off grid. SAP experience is a plus.
Education:
· 2 year degree (or equivalent military training)
· AA/AAS degree, Electronics/Technician Certificate
· BSEE is a plus.
For More Information Contact
Henry Kim, 925-385-0526
Young & Associates
Technical Market Manager
Company Description
Part of Fortune 250 distribution and fabrication corporation with focus on electrical, electronic, power generation, oem, and industrial markets.
Job Description
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
The Project Market Manager for company is responsible for developing new applications and customer accounts that will make use of our in house material fabrication capabilities. Working in coordination with the outside distribution sales force of our parent company and independently on direct accounts, you will identify new projects in areas based on previous experience in the solar energy, photovoltaics market. The Project Market Manager will work to select the appropriate materials and fabrication processes to solve the engineering requirements. Working closely with the corporate management team, engineering, investment groups the position will have a strong contribution to the direction of efforts within the market.
This positon will be expected to act as a liaison between the end customer’s designers and engineers, company personnel and fabrication operations and engineering staff to bring projects to successful close.
Required Qualifications
Engineering, product development, project management, knowledge of; solar markets, customers and applications. Ability to; study market trends,competition, new product development and identify market opportunities. Masters Degree preferred. Ability to work closely with customer design teams, internal engineering and manaufacturing personnel. Ability to educate and present key information throughout the organization.
For More Information Contact
Kevin Young, executiveplace@gmail.com
Protocol Technical Search
Manager of Process Development
Company Description
Global Leader/Manufacturer Thin Film Solar Modules
Job Description
· Drives -process improvement for cost reduction or throughput enhancement. · Provides oversight and guidance to staff to ensure that the program design and performance adheres to an aggressive schedule. · Responsible for ensuring process optimization and documentation using continuous improvement/quality tools including Robust Engineering/Design of Experiment, SPC, Six Sigma and FMEA. · Responsible for effective communication and team building at all levels of the organization while encouraging creativity.
Required Qualifications
Required Education: · Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering Discipline / Material Science · Masters and/or PhD preferred
Required Experience:· 10 years experience in engineering discipline including volume manufacturing and device-process improvement. · Process knowledge and experience in fabrication of photovoltaic related devices preferred. · Great team leadership ability and experience coaching and mentoring other engineers. · Excellent project management skills. · Proven experience with Robust Engineering/Design of Experiments. · Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization. · Experience with SPC tools.
For More Information Contact
Cindy Purnell, Senior Technical Recruiter,Renewable Energy, cpurnell@protocolexec.com or 805 371 0069 #242
WorldWater & Solar Technologies Corporation (2 positions)
Company Description
WorldWater & Solar Technologies Corp. is a full service, international solar electric engineering and water management company with unique, high-powered and patented solar technology able to drive 1000 horsepower motors and pumps, providing solutions to a broad spectrum of the world's electricity and water supply problems.
Product Manager - Mobile Max
Job Description
This individual will work to promote sales of the Mobile Max line of products both domestically and internationally.
--Evaluate and process incoming sales leads including fielding technical sales inquiries through both phone and internetDevelop and maintain a network of independent sales representatives and distributors.
--Design and produce sales/marketing material for Mobile Max product line.
--Increase sales by identifying and developing new promotional and PR opportunities for the Mobile Max line of products.
--Assist Mobile Max Program Manager with other sales and marketing activities as needed.
--Travel (up to 25%+) and irregular hours may be required.
--Conduct "voice of customer" market reserach as part of ongoing product improvement.
Required Qualifications
--BA/BS degree i;n relevant or related science desirable.
--Minimum of 3 years experience in sales and marketing of emergency management products.
--Ability to evaluate sales leads.
--Experience in producing sales/marketing materials.
--Experience in solar/heavy durable goods is desirable.
--Experience preparing for and working trade shows is desirable.
--Successful candidate must demonstrate capabilities in MS Office Suite, electronic graphic design experience and ability to work in a team environment and also work independently when required.
--Must possess excellent verbal and written communiation skills, positive attitude and ability to lead in a fast-paced, high growth environment.
Project/Program Manager
Job Description
Project/Program Manager will be:
•Primary contact with customer on contractual, technical and coordination issues, as well as scope development for potential projects.
.Responsible for project set-up, design coordination, planning, scheduling, budgeting and reporting.
•Design integration and interpreting contract documents.
•Business relationship development.
•Coordinate, communication, and follow-up with supplier orders.
•Gather and coordinate all drawings, documents, and submittals to customer per the established schedule.
•Coordinate project engineering, procurement and installation team.
•Responsible for the selection and direction of subcontractors and consultants.
•Understand technical information provided by engineering and make project/financial decisions based on technical reports.
•Significant travel and/or non-standard working hours may be required.
Required Qualifications
Requires BSME/BSEE (construction engineering, architectural with power generation emphasis or equivalent experience).
At least 6 years of relevant construction industry experience.
Candidate must be able to demonstrate outstanding capabilities in:
•Engineering coordination and documentation requirements.
•Project management practices and tools.
•Strong construction background.
•Experience using NFPA 70 (NEC).
•Electrical generation principles and technologies.
•Electrical and mechanical practices.
•Technical processes and quality assurance guidelines.
•Local code and permitting requierments.
•Experience in electrical power generation/distribution engineering will be a definite advantage.
For More Information Contact
Barbara Evenson
Oregon BEST
Executive Director
Company Description
Signature Research Center serving a collective of Oregon universities focused on sustainable technologies.
Job Description
Provide ED services to new research center focused on bio-based products, clean energy, and green building/development.
Develop organization and lead strategic research efforts to spur innovation for Oregon companies. See www.OregonBEST.org for details
For More Information Contact
janet@envirostrategies.com
Fat Spaniel Technologies Inc.
Account Executive
Company Description
Are you passionate about renewable energy?
Fat Spaniel Technologies was founded with the goal of making renewable energy more visible, accessible and compelling to end users, industry professionals and policy makers.
Today, we are the leading independent provider of critical information services for the renewable energy industry.
Job Description
This high profile position will report directly to the VP of Sales of the company. The Direct Sales Representative will lead sales activities, building and managing Commercial client base. This position will be responsible for direct sales in the solar market by developing and enhancing sales strategies and programs to drive future revenue growth.
Required Qualifications
Setting direction for and directly addressing the growth of the data needs of the corporation as described by the following items:
Develop and execute sales strategy which encompasses expanding existing business partnerships, developing new relationships and entering new markets Identify and secure sales opportunities for service provider delivering monitoring and reporting service for renewable energy systems, including solar electric.
Develop strategies to penetrate commercial clients and manage a network of dealers, installers, integrators and value added resellers to achieve sales targets within the channel.
Meet or exceed monthly, quarterly and annual sales quotas and objectives; prepare monthly and quarterly forecast reports for management review.
Understand and report on client market conditions to management. Develop relationships with resellers, end-users, local and state agencies, advocacy groups, and other solar and energy industry affiliates. Work with marketing to initiate and support channel marketing activities. Contribute to the development and execution of the sales and marketing strategy. Facilitate information and training events. Travel to client meetings, trade shows and marketing activities is required.
10 + years direct sales experience selling technical software solutions.
Minimum 2+ years experience in selling energy related/renewable energy products.
Relationship management and project management experience required.
Bachelor of Science, preferred Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or similar technical education.
Minimum 1 year experience using SalesForce application.
Proven track record of individual sales and sales team leadership.
Articulate with strong writing and presentation skills.
Must have complete sales cycle experience including identifying/qualifying prospects, understanding stakeholder needs, translating needs into actionable
customer solutions, assessing decision maker readiness, developing closing strategy, and accurate customer forecast vs. budget.
Must have experience structuring and negotiating contract deals. Ability to work independently in a high-growth environment that requires creativity and capacity to improvise
To Apply
If you feel you have the drive to work in a fast-paced startup, send your resume to: careers@fatspaniel.com
NanoGram Corporation
PV Device and Characterization Engineer
Company Description
Company Information: NanoGram Corporation, founded in 1996, is a world leading developer and licensor of technology enabling the manufacture of unique nanoscale compositions for application in optical, electronic, and energy devices and products. In its development laboratories and pilot plants, the company has developed extensive intellectual property that is expanding the boundaries of nanomaterials technologies. The results of this work are enabling the development and manufacturing of new generations of materials, devices, components and applications. Technology developed at NanoGram is in use today at several market-focused operating companies. Through licensing, joint ventures and co-development partnerships, NanoGram delivers highly innovative technology solutions to strategic partnerships, collaborators, affiliates and customers.
Job Description
NanoGram is seeking a device engineer to assist in the development work on novel 30 micron thick, crystalline silicon solar cells manufactured by NanoGram’s proprietary LRD synthesis techniques and processed with NanoGram’s proprietary solar cell manufacturing strategy. The candidate should be eager to work hands-on with electrical and optical characterization techniques. Good knowledge of silicon solar cell processing and device principles are required. The candidate would take a leadership role to:
- Photo-electric characterization of test structures and solar cells
- Interpretation of results and feed back to processing engineers
- Performing solar cell simulations
- Specification, procurement, installation and implementation of photo-electric characterization capabilities
- Results interpretation, report writing, design of experiments
Required Qualifications
Essential requirements:
- Experience in silicon solar cell testing, characterization, and troubleshooting
- Experience in characterization system set-up and data management
- Good understanding of solar cell device physics and processing
- Aptitude for designing and performing feasibility experiments
- Creative thinking about problems
- MS with 5 years experience or Ph.D. with relevant experience.
- Primarily seeking EE or other technical background with device development experience
For More Information Contact
jobs@nanogram.com
Uptown Personnel
Program Project Manager
Company Description
Our client is a rapidly growing, strong leader in the Solar Energy power source industry.
Job Description
Responsible for project set-up, design coordination, planning, scheduling, budgeting and reporting. Will be the primary contact with customers on contractual, technical and coordination issues. Must be an excellent communicator and an organized follow-up individual. An outgoing business relationship developer and a key player in seeing project through to the end. Must possess a clear understanding of technical information provided by engineers and make solid decisions based on technical reports.
Must have strong project management practices & tools, experience using NF{A 760 (NEC), electrical and mechanical practices, principles and technologies. Some travel may be required.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Required Qualifications
Must possess a BSME/BSEE in construction engineering, architectural with power generation emphasis or equivalent experience. At least 6 (six) years of relevant construction industry experience.
For More Information Contact
Vicky Wagner
Uptown Personnel
2733 Nottingham Way
Suite 7
Hamilton, NJ 08619
Element Markets LLC
System Design Engineer
Company Description
Element Markets is an energy firm focused on carbon management and environmental sustainability. Element Markets was founded by senior managers with accomplished backgrounds in energy, emissions and renewable credit trading, investment banking, asset development, and technology.
Element Markets has three operating divisions:
• Trading and Asset Management
• Emerging Technology
• Renewable Energy Development
Element Markets takes an integrated approach to the environmental markets. It’s trading and asset management activities provide market intelligence and insight which guides its efforts in developing alternative energy assets.
These alternative energy assets and its technology investments will in turn generate renewable, emissions and GHG credits that can be traded under various regulatory paradigms.
The Element Markets Solar Development Group focuses on commercial scale solar development with Fortune 500 companies. The focus is on building long term relationships at the executive level that will position Element Markets as a trusted partner to provide carbon management services. The team originates, designs, builds, finances, operates and maintains solar installations ranging in size from 250 kW to 100 MW.
Job Description
• Ability to design commercial solar electric systems that are cost effective, meet customers needs and are compliant with national, state and local building codes.
• Applicant should have a good knowledge of the following solar system components: solar modules, inverter technologies and capabilities, solar mounting systems, which include ground mounts, roof mounts, penetrating and non - penetrating systems, and solar tracking devices.
• Attend site visits to collect information required to complete system engineering and designs.
• Develop preliminary design drawings and cost estimates.
• Create system design proposals and bill of materials.
• Assemble design drawing packets for review and permitting process.
• Manage the submission of drawings to the appropriate agencies in order to obtain the necessary permits for medium to large-scale solar photovoltaic projects.
• Work with internal financial team to define detailed costs and system pricing.
• Develop maintenance schedules and safety procedures for each project.
• Conduct/supervise system commissioning, system final testing, and inspector sign off.
• Monitor changing market conditions to enhance system requirements and maintain Element Market’s competitive advantages.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, mechanical, electrical or structural preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of design experience and thorough understanding of commercial photovoltaic systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the solar industry—including solar modules, inverters, and mounting structures.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) as it applies to solar installations.
• Knowledge of the construction industry requirements as it applies to large scale photovoltaic systems.
• Able to simultaneously work on multiple projects.
• Good computer skills with experience on Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and CAD drafting programs.
• Ability to read and create technical drawings.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Highly organized individual with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel as required.
Miasole
Product Development Engineer
Company Description
Miasolé is a solar energy start-up backed by Kleiner Perkins, VantagePoint
Venture Partners and Garage Technology Ventures, with operations in Santa Clara and Shanghai. We manufacture high efficiency photovoltaic cells by a proprietary roll-to-roll process, using in-house designed, cutting-edge production equipment. With our employees’ proven expertise in achieving orders-of-magnitude cost reductions in the high-volume thin films manufacturing industry, Miasolé is well-positioned to deliver photovoltaic energy at a price and volume that will transform the market for solar power. For more information, please visit www.miasole.com
Job Description
• Develop components, materials and processes for high volume automated interconnection of solar cells and modules.
• Develop novel, high-reliability connector designs for safe and code-compliant interconnection of high-voltage, high-current PV power systems, in long-term outdoor exposure.
• Design packaging for high-power electronics protection, including thermal analysis, weatherability and outdoor exposure reliability.
• Design and build proof-of-concept equipment, fixtures etc. to demonstrate feasibility of designs and to support process development.
• Identify and implement cost reductions opportunities in design, materials and processing.
• Work with Miasole’s equipment engineering group and with process equipment suppliers, to ensure product and process designs are compatible with automated volume manufacturing.
• Understand electrical code and safety requirements for PV systems and incorporate into product electrical and interconnection designs.
• Generate and release product designs, drawings, BOM’s and specifications.
Required Qualifications
EDUCATIONAL / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• BS minimum in Mechanical Engineering or similar field; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong hands-on design capabilities; ability to quickly produce a functional product when required for prototyping, tooling or machine design / modifications.
• Experience with metallurgy and metalworking, metals joining processes such as welding, joining and soldering.
• Demonstrated track record in designing products and bringing them into high-volume production.
• Experience with automated, high-volume production processes, such as molding, stamping, and roll-to-roll converting.
• Experience with design of electronics packaging and connectors for long-term environmental exposure is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of electronics and controls, sufficient to quickly become familiar with new equipment and do basic programming.
SKILLS & PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
• Team player; motivated and willing to do whatever is required to ensure success of the team.
• A closer; brings projects swiftly to completion.
• Highly creative, innovative – a problem solver.
• Highly motivated and tenacious.
• Initiative – a self starter & decision maker.
• Ability to focus & prioritize; to plan projects and execute to the plan.
For More Information Contact
Steve Croft, scroft@miasole.com
RES Americas
Tower Technician
Company Description
www.res-americas.com
Job Description
Work in a multi-functional department to set up data collection equipment for wind analysis.
Required Qualifications
1) Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
2) Excellent analytical work.
3) Should be self motivated but able to work as part of a team.
4) Skilled in MSOffice and Outlook. Strong Access and Excel skills.
5) Detail oriented in all aspects of the position. Able to prioritize work.
6) ABILITY TO TRAVEL on short notice.
7) Must have current passport or be able to obtain a passport within 2 months of hire.
8) Able to hike 2-3 miles with equipment (50 lbs.) to remote sites.
9) Possess a basic understanding of electronics and troubleshooting.
For More Information Contact
Andrew Bethea andrew.bethea@res-americas.com
Solar Usage Now, LLC
Solar Thermal Sales
Company Description
We are the Midwest Distibutor for Apricus evacuated tubes and Solar H2ot flat panel systems. We have a dedicated group of installers who need sales and marketing people to promote our product.
Job Description
Solar Thermal sales people needed for the midwest. This is a ground floor opportunity for "eco"preneurs.
Required Qualifications
Sales and Marketing
Entrepeneurs wanting to enter the alternative energy industry
For More Information Contact
Tom Rieker
614-759-7242
614-759-9742 Fax
service@netwalk.com
www.solarusagenow.com
Southern Energy Management (3 positions)
Full-Time Solar Project Manager
Job Description
Southern Energy Management, North Carolina’s leading provider of sustainable energy solutions, seeks a full-time solar project manager to join our fast-growing team. A strong commitment to sustainable energy and dedication to the long-term vision of SEM is a must. (www.southern-energy.com)
Key responsibilities include:
Daily scheduling (6-8 crews)
Job tracking (labor & other costs)
Materials management
Purchasing
Pulling materials & job prep
Lead weekly solar team meetings
Develop & implement training program
Desired Skills/Experience:
Experience purchasing, scheduling, creating/working with electrical/plumbing systems (solar systems a plus). Excellent computer skills, including Excel, Access, AutoCAD (or equivalent). Strong interpersonal skills are required. Building plan take off experience a plus. Electrical license strongly preferred.
20 to 30% Field
70 to 80% Office/wharehouse
Compensation commensurate with experience.
This is an excellent career opportunity for the right individual, with outstanding growth potential. We are committed to sustainability at all levels of our organization, and believe that our success as a company depends upon each of our team member’s personal success. We offer competitive salaries and an outstanding benefits package including health insurance, company-matching IRA, and stock-ownership plan.
If you’re ready to work hard, make a difference and have fun doing it, then you could be just the person we’re looking for!
Renewable Energy Electrician
Job Description
Southern Energy Management, North Carolina’s leading provider of sustainable energy solutions, seeks full-time, licensed electrician to join our fast-growing team. A strong commitment to sustainable energy and dedication to the long-term vision of SEM is a must.
Key responsibilities include:
Work with team of talented and dedicated individuals installing residential and commercial solar energy and wind power systems. Projects will involve new construction and or existing buildings.
Desired Skills/Experience:
NC Electrical license a must.
Strong interpersonal skills and desire to work as part of a collaborative team.
Basic computer skills.
Experience on residential and commercial jobsites a plus.
No previous solar experience needed.
80% Field
20% Office/wharehouse
Compensation commensurate with experience.
This is an excellent career opportunity for the right individual, with outstanding growth potential. We are committed to sustainability at all levels of our organization, and believe that our success as a company depends on the success of every team member. We offer competitive salaries and an outstanding benefits package including health insurance, company-matching IRA, and stock-ownership plan.
If you’re ready to work hard, make a difference and have fun doing it, then you could be just the person we’re looking for!
Part-Time Accounting Assistant
Job Description
Reports to: Accounting Manager
Hours: 20-30/week; negotiable. Likely to develop into full-time for right individual.
Key responsibilities:
-- Acquire approvals to pay bills, enter bills into QuickBooks and pay vendors.
-- Process check requests, including mileage and expense reimbursement.
-- Distribute credit card statements and request receipts and expense codes from team members.
-- Receive invoice requests from team members and invoice customers.
-- Send monthly statements to customers and follow up on aging items.
-- Set up customers and vendors in QuickBooks.
-- Maintain accounting and vendor files.
-- Assist with new employee paperwork and maintenance of sick/vacation leave records.
-- Complete various tasks as they arise to help keep our fast-paced organization running smoothly.
Desired Skills/Experience:
-- Strong math skills required; AR/AP/PR and/or other accounting experience strongly desired, but not required for this entry-level position.
-- Ability to communicate clearly, take direction and work in a team environment.
-- Good computer skills. Proficiency with MS Office (i.e., Outlook, Word and Excel). Some familiarity with QuickBooks a plus.
-- Detail-oriented and extremely organized, with exceptional ability to multi-task, prioritize and bring items to completion in a timely manner.
-- Ability to maintain a sense of order and positive attitude in a fast-paced, changing environment.
-- Focused and efficient, but comfortable with interruptions and distractions.
-- Motivated, energetic and enthusiastic.
-- Strong commitment to sustainable energy and dedication to long-term vision of SEM a must. (For more info, please visit our website: www.southern-energy.com)
This is an excellent career opportunity for the right individual, with outstanding growth potential. We are committed to sustainability at all levels of our organization, and believe that our success as a company depends upon the success of each team member. We offer competitive salaries and an outstanding benefits package including health insurance, company-matching IRA, and stock-ownership plan.
To apply for any of these positions, please send a resume, cover letter and 3 references to:
careers@southern-energy.com or fax to 919.836.0305.
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Icon Exim Inc.
Company Description
Icon Exim is a manufacturer and importer of building products; household items and Solar Products. We have manufacturing bases in the Far East and South East Asian Continent. Icon is an equal opportunity employer and provides competitive remuneration packages and growth opportunities to candidates with proven track record.
Business Development Manager
Job Description
We are looking for a professional with solar product and other renewable energy knowledge and experience in selling to large distributors, installers and retailers.BDM will be responsible for development of customer base and new product development for specific markets and applications.
Required Qualifications
• Degree is an added advantage but not required
• Motivated Sales Person.
• Familiar with Solar Industry Trends.
• Should be willing to travel to overseas manufacturing bases along with Domestic travel to customers, trade shows etc.
• Should be comfortable with MS Office software’s like Excel, Word & Microsoft Outlook.
To Apply
Please send your resume to:
Icon Exim Inc.
4080 Laffayette Center Drive.Suite 340
Chantilly,VA 20151
Or Email at
monty@iconexim.com
Alternative Power Solutions LLC (3 positions)
Renewable Energy System Designer
Job Description
Alternative Power Solutions LLC (APS), a growing, solar energy design, engineering and installation company, seeks a Renewable Energy System Designer in Houston TX.
We are seeking a well–organized experienced designer. The primary responsibilities will be to design and draft mechanical and or electrical plans of photovoltaic (PV), Wind Power, or Solar Thermal systems and submit permit applications to the Building/Planning departments of the appropriate City/County offices. The position is a full time position located in our Houston office.
APS’s approach to compensating our employees is unique and progressive. We offer a workplace that is casual, upbeat and hard working. We strive for quality workmanship and place a large emphasis on customer satisfaction and education. We promote from within and are looking for career minded individuals, looking to advance in the growing Renewable energy (photovoltaic, wind power, and solar thermal) industry. We offer great pay commensurate with experience along with excellent benefits including:
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
• Four year college degree in a technology or engineering related field.
• Proficiency with a PC computer, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
• Strong math skills
• High degree of attention to detail and follow-through
• Disciplined, self-motivated work style
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to read and understand architectural plans and schematics
Desired Qualifications:
• Familiarity with the NEC Code and the ability to reference the code as required
• Knowledge of Uniform Building Code and construction materials and techniques (i.e. lumber, roofing materials, etc.)
• Strong HVAC background with emphasis on plumbing systems
Solar Electrical and Wind Power Construction Project Manager
Job Description
Alternative Power Solutions LLC (APS), a growing, solar energy design, engineering and installation company, seeks an experienced Solar Electric Construction Project Manager in Houston TX.
We are seeking a well-organized, experienced Solar Electric construction professional who would like to advance his/her solar career in a supervisory position managing the construction of solar PV and wind power projects. This position requires time spent in an office and in the field. The position will begin managing projects in the Houston region and along the Texas gulf coast. The position will manage projects from 1.5 KW up to 1 MW. This is NOT an entry-level position. We are seeking a candidate with significant Solar Electric construction or project management experience.
APS approach to compensating our employees is unique and progressive. We offer a workplace that is casual, upbeat and hard working. We strive for quality workmanship and place a large emphasis on customer satisfaction and education. We promote from within and are looking for career minded individuals, looking to advance in the growing photovoltaic and wind power industry.
Required Qualifications
Desired Qualifications:
• Experience as an installer and/or a project manager for solar PV and/or electrical systems
• Experience supervising and managing subcontractors in other trades
• Experience managing projects from remote locations
• Experience with public works projects and the administrative burden associated with them
• Experience working with city and county permitting offices and inspectors
• Strong understanding of grid-tied PV system and/or electrical design
• Previous project management or electrical construction foreman experience
• Strong leadership skills – ability to organize, utilize and motivate team members quickly to respond to changes in the construction schedule
• Ability to read, understand, and edit (using CAD) electrical and structural plans
• Good at problem solving and implementing site-specific design modifications
• Strong understanding of electrical wiring, theory and the trade – bending pipe, sizing conduit, sizing wire, working with power distribution centers, calculating voltage drop
• Strong understanding of the NEC Code and the ability to reference the code as required
• Knowledge of Universal Building Codes and building materials and techniques (i.e. lumber, roofing materials, etc.)
• Proficiency on a PC computer in MS Office (Emphasis on Excel, Outlook)
• Positive ‘can-do’ attitude
• Ability to work long hours as required in order for the installation crews to work to optimal efficiently on a daily basis
• H.S. Diploma required (4-year college degree preferred)
Position Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
• Maintain complicated schedules, develop project timelines, and manage people and materials to complete jobs on schedule.
• Independently manage performance and productivity of APS installation teams and subcontractors
• Set and obtain installation milestone goals
• Mentor staff of solar technicians as required
• Assist the Sales Team with estimating for new projects
• Attend weekly Project Management and Design Meetings
• Coordinate and schedule building inspections
Solar Thermal Construction Project Manager
Job Description
Alternative Power Solutions LLC (APS), a growing, solar energy design, engineering and installation company, seeks an experienced Solar Thermal Construction Project Manager in Houston TX.
We are seeking a well-organized, experienced mechanical and/or HVAC construction professional who would like to advance his/her solar career in a supervisory position managing the construction of Solar Thermal projects. This position requires time spent in an office and in the field. The position will begin managing projects in the Houston region and along the Texas gulf coast. The position will manage both residential and commercial solar hot water and solar pool heating projects. This is NOT an entry-level position. We are seeking a candidate with significant Solar Thermal, mechanical and or HVAC construction or project management experience.
APS approach to compensating our employees is unique and progressive. We offer a workplace that is casual, upbeat and hard working. We strive for quality workmanship and place a large emphasis on customer satisfaction and education. We promote from within and are looking for career minded individuals, looking to advance in the growing renewable energy industry.
Required Qualifications
Desired Qualifications:
• Experience as an installer and/or a project manager for solar thermal and/or mechanical/HVAC systems
• Experience supervising and managing subcontractors in other trades
• Experience managing projects from remote locations
• Experience with public works projects and the administrative burden associated with them
• Experience working with city and county permitting offices and inspectors
• Strong understanding of solar thermal system and/or mechanical/HVAC design
• Previous project management of Solar Thermal, mechanical/HVAC construction foreman experience
• Strong leadership skills – ability to organize, utilize and motivate team members quickly to respond to changes in the construction schedule
• Ability to read, understand, and edit (using CAD) plumbing and structural plans
• Good at problem solving and implementing site-specific design modifications
• Strong understanding of PVC, copper, and carbon steel piping and the trades – bending pipe, sizing pipe, electrical wiring, working with boilers and hot water storage tanks, calculating pressure drop
• Strong understanding of applicable plumbing codes and the ability to reference the code as required
• Knowledge of Universal Building Codes and building materials and techniques (i.e. plumbing, lumber, roofing materials, etc.)
• Proficiency on a PC computer in MS Office (Emphasis on Excel, Outlook)
• Positive ‘can-do’ attitude
• Ability to work long hours as required in order for the installation crews to work to optimal efficiently on a daily basis
• H.S. Diploma required (4-year college degree preferred)
For More Information Contact:
Ralph Parrott
www.apowersolutions.com
ralph.parrott@apowersolutions.com
11569 Hwy 6 S., Suite 200
Sugar Land Texas, 77478
United States
Phone: (281) 455-9083
Ethical Search Professionals, Ltd
Principal/Senior Chemical Engineer
Job Description
Initially scale-up the rapid exothermic process for producing polysilicon. Continually improve the efficiency of the
process and quality of the product. Lead the engineering team.
Essential Job Duties:
¨ Initially, based on the knowledge and parameters acquired from a bench scale reaction system, develop in
incremental steps the rapid exothermic reaction system for mass production.
¨ Lead the team or an outside engineering company in the designing of the mass production process.
¨ Lead the team or an outside engineering company in the designing of the reaction equipment.
¨ Provide guidance and/or solution to technical difficulties encountered by the team.
¨ Work with Safety Team and Production Team to develop rules and regulations for operation.
¨ Analyze the quality and characteristic of the polysilicon and device ways to improve if necessary.
¨ Continually improve the efficiency of the process and the quality of the product.
¨ Review and approve design work and documentation done by the team and/or outside engineering company.
¨ Develop testing schemes for intermediate and mass production processes and equipment.
¨ Sign-off on equipment fabricated by Company and/or vendors.
¨ Manage and protect the intellectual properties of the team.
¨ Consult for Production Engineering on difficult to solve production issues.
¨ Suppliers sourcing.
¨ Liaise with suppliers at a higher level.
¨ Setup rules and research methodology for the team.
¨ Supervise, lead, nurture and mentor the team members.
¨ Help the Company grow.
¨ Work towards a greener world
Required Qualifications
Master degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical or Material Science. Must possess minimum 10 years relevant industry experience. Must possess experience for handling hazardous material.Must possess experience for rapid exothermic processes.Must possess experience for high temperature (>1000°C) processes.Crystallography knowledge and/or experience desired.Experience working with alkali metal desired.Experience working with high purity metal/material desired.
¨ Experience with Hunter Process and/or tantalum extraction process desired.Must possess strong written communication skills.Must be able to work safely in a lab research environment.Must have an inherent passion for discovery.Previous leadership roles desired.Must possess mental and physical capacities necessary to perform the job duties.
To Apply
jason@ethicalsearch.com
Job # 2137JS
HelioVolt (2 positions)
Company Description
HelioVolt’s FASST™ technology produces high-performance solar thin-film with pioneering time and materials efficiencies. 10 to 100 times faster than current processes. 100 times thinner than traditional silicon. Factor in the flexibility of custom shapes and sizes. Plus easy adaptability to multiple construction materials – glass, steel, metal, composites and some polymers. The result? Another industry revolution is born.
Be a part of solar history.
Solar Module Packaging and Test Engineer
Job Description
The Solar Module Packaging & Test Engineer (Environmental Reliability) will be responsible for the design and supplier management of the back-end test for our solar module packaging line and the development of a solar module reliability test protocol in-house and/or externally.
SCOPE:
The scope of this position encompasses full responsibility for assuring that Heliovolt product passes all required regulatory, certification and reliability testing.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Solar Module Packaging & Test Engineer (Environmental Reliability) will be responsible for the design and supplier management of the back-end test for our solar module packaging line and the development of a solar module reliability test protocol in-house and/or externally. This individual will also be responsible for UL/TUV/NEC regulatory compliance on solar module products. Candidate must have strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills and high attention to detail , qnd the ability to work independently, think critically and work effectively in a team-oriented, fast paced environment. Specific responsibilities will include:
•Determine test protocols for internal environmental testing for design engineering changes.
•Develop, implement, document, and continuously improve Product Reliability Monitoring programs.
•Develop, implement, document, and continuously improve Product and Process Qualification programs.
•Manage the collection of data from the field, in-house accelerated test programs, product characterization testing, post-deployment product testing, etc.
•Work with vendors to determine materials and best practices to ensure reliable equipment performance
•Hi-pot testing and reverse bias curing of shunted segments
•Responsible for data reduction, data analysis, and generation of internal and external reports.
•Manage the design and installation of internal and external hardware test related systems (PV arrays, environmental stress chambers, data acquisition and communications systems, database storage, etc.).
•Manage the design, development and implementation of necessary software tools to automate monitoring, storage, analysis and reporting of data from test systems.
•Coordinate with Failure Analysis team to determine the mechanisms and root cause of product failures identified in field and in-house testing.
•Develop test procedures and equipment to accelerate and detect product failure mechanisms known to exist in the field.
•Responsible for the development of project plans, schedules and budgets (including cost projections) and adherence to the same. Presents project and program status reports.
•Responsible for the accurate measurement and rating of all products through proper calibration and control of the company solar simulators.
•Negotiation/coordination of work with contractors, test facilities, national labs, etc.
•Provide technical assistance to other groups (applications engineering, failure analysis, process engineering, supply chain, finance, etc…).
•Responsible to oversee the handling of module data regarding module reliability, conversion efficiency and manufacturing yield.
•Ensures adherence to all safety and environmental procedures and housekeeping standards.
•Responsible for effective communication levels, fosters team building, encourages creativity and out of the box thinking.
Required Qualifications
EDUCATION:
•BS degree in a Technical Discipline or a related Physical Science Field.
REQUIRED
•Demonstrated expertise in managing the design reliability of outdoor electrical products
•Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic reliability testing procedures and failure mode analysis
•Direct experience with UL/TUV/NEC certification processes
•Testing program development, implementation and management
•Test Data Analysis and Reporting
•Design of Test Procedures and automation systems for data logging, analysis and reporting.
PREFERRED
•Experience with the equipment and materials available for protecting thin film photovoltaics from the external environment.
•Knowledgeable of the accelerated testing required to certify photovoltaic modules for UL and TUV as well as other requirements.
•Proven ability to quickly understand and work with the equipment for testing large area interconnected PV modules to AM1.5 conditions
•Experience in PV technology industry is highly desired
•Quality management experience
Some travel required (<25%)
Mechanical Product Design Engineer (Solar Panels)
Job Description
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Mechanical Product Design Engineer will be responsible for the design of new products and redesign of existing products using Solid Works while working with engineers of various disciplines.
SCOPE:
The scope of this position encompasses full responsibility for assuring optimal and reliable Mechanical designs for Heliovolt products. This role will provide the opportunity to develop product management experience.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities will also include the creation and maintenance of models, drawings and bills of materials as well as product layout and specifications. Designer will have strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills and high attention to detail. Ability to work independently, think critically and work effectively in a team-oriented, fast paced environment.
Required Qualifications
EDUCATION:
•BSME or equivalent experience
•Professional Engineer certification is a plus
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED
•Solid Works & PDM Works Experience
•Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
•Experience with Tolerance Stack up and analysis
PREFERRED
•Experienced Solar Panel designer
•Direct experience with UL/TUV/NEC certification processes
•Experience working with extruded aluminum parts
•Knowledge of window or curtain wall design practices
•Knowledge of residential/commercial building construction practices
•Experience with cost modeling and cost reduction projects
•An aptitude/interest in product management
For More Information Contact
jworth@heliovolt.com
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