Soltiles CTO/COO Technologist- Materials for Renewable Energy Soltiles

** Ramonville, France and California locations**
** Type: Full Time/part time**

Our high growth and leadership position in the renewable energy business offers outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting work environment in one of the most important industries for the 21st century. Soltiles is a leader in the development and manufacturing of plug and play ultra high efficient Tandem solar modules used in complete solar generation solutions for residential use. Our culture is one where teamwork, continuous improvement, achievement of results, and environmental responsibility are core values. We are seeking new associates who are motivated to contribute their talents to making cost-effective solar energy an important part of the world’s energy mix.

** Primary Job Functions:**
We’re changing the world.Soltiles’s research and development (R&D) department seeks candidates who believe in our mission of providing cost -advantaged solar technology through innovation, customer engagement, industry leadership and operational excellence.

Technology is among the strongest levers for driving overall cost of solar energy. Through innovation in both areas of module and balance-of-systems (BoS), the R&D team is driving an innovative photovoltaic (PV) system roadmap that will create a compelling and differentiated product for our customers. By investing significantly in advanced semi- conductor research, the R&D team will revolutionize Tandem cell technology to achieve a 30% efficient cell. The Tandem cell will include a HTJ and Perovoskite structure. With the help of our R&D team, Soltiles will continue to introduce new innovative products and solutions to increase solar penetration into the global energy mix. By co- locating R&D with manufacturing, we are able to transition technological advancements in the lab into production quickly and efficiently.

** Basic Job Functions:**
The Technologist/Chemist will play a key role in the evaluation of both early-stage and mature renewable-energy technologies. She/he will perform techno-economic analyses of energy materials and devices for solar energy conversion, energy storage. The job requires a high degree of independent work. It encompasses the building of models for device performance and techno-economic performance. It may include hands-on laboratory work. It will also involve the management of external collaborations with universities, startups and other research organizations. Develop cost effective complete manufacturing layout from cell line to solar roof tile line.

** Experience:**
• At least 5 years’ post-graduate experience in high-tech industry or applied research laboratory (battery, photovoltaics, semiconductor or related industries are preferred)
• Basic knowledge of finance (financial analysis of manufacturing processes, IRR and NPV analyses)

** Education:**
• MS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or similar discipline for solar manufacturing
• PhD a strong plus

** Required Skills:**
• Subject-matter expertise in several solar energy technologies
• Self-starter who can work independently
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven organizational skills
• Knowledge of MS Office and Adobe and CAD software
• Essential Functions & Responsibilities Participate in and/or lead laboratory work
• Manage partnerships with academic groups, consortia and startup companies
• Prepare written technical reports and spread sheet models using a wide range of information sourced from literature, proprietary company data, laboratory analyses (internal and external)
• Weekly progress reports to management
• Approximately quarterly presentations to technical leadership staff
• Participate in international scientific and engineering conferences
• Domestic and international travel required

** Physical Requirements:**
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis
• Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis

** Please note:** potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check, pre-employment drug screen, and any other test that may be required for the role. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Soltiles Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

** LOCATION**
• TBD. Part home and part office in EU until Soltiles has a new facility in EU and USA.

** COMPENSATION**
Soltiles has not completed its capital raise, thus has to make a contingent offer subject to Round B available to funding:
** Salary:** 10,000 EU a month
** Equity:** 10% of common shares
** Bonus:** 200% of salary if prototype cell of 30% is achieved that passes certification testing
** Salary raise:** 20,000EU a month upon installation and operation of scaled 30% cell line and 28% efficient solar roof tile line
Contract: 3 years plus Renewal Options

** How to Apply**
• tfaust@soltiles.net