Job
Number 2016
Engineer
– Electroplating
Company Overview
MWOE Solar, Inc., a technology spin-off
from the University of Toledo, engages in the development, manufacture,
and marketing of photovoltaic modules that
convert sunlight into electricity. The company develops thin-film silicon
based photovoltaic products and
manufacturing equipment for high-throughput production of flexible and
lightweight
photovoltaic modules at low cost. The
company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in
Job Description
The primary job
responsibility is performing design, set up, operation and maintenance of
MWOE’s unique electroplating processes.
The applicant will be
expected to implement and optimize plating methods in collaboration with MWOE
R&D and engineering staff,
and document results
from the plating process. The candidate will also be expected to perform other
related duties as assigned
and to maintain the
work area and equipment in a neat, safe and orderly condition. The ideal
candidate will be a self-starter with
electroplating industry
experience, including new process startup. Electrical and mechanical skills
will be a strong plus. Ability to work
effectively in a team
environment is essential.
Job Responsibilities:
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Designing and running pilot-scale plating
facilities.
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Scaling up laboratory-developed processes
to the pilot scale.
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Formulation of new electroplating
recipes.
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Create and maintain documentation related
to new and existing plating equipment and processes
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Be willing to perform occasional
machining and electrical jobs with hand and power tools as required to support
the electroplating process
Job Status: Full Time
Job Requirements
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Background in electrochemistry or
electroplating preferred
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Willingness and ability to work with
industrial chemicals
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Ability to utilize Microsoft Applications
(Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.) and CAD software
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Prior electroplating experience required
(3 years minimum)
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Experience in waste disposal and
treatment a plus
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Degree in Chemical Engineering,
Chemistry, Physics or related Engineering/Technology, or equivalent. Applicants
without formal training
in
these areas may also apply and will, in general, be considered for a technician
position.
Please submit resume,
cover letter, desired salary and contact information of 3 references by e-mail
to Human Resources at hr@mwoesolar.com
For Consideration for this job please
put Job Number 2016 in Subject line of E-mail.