Process Technician to First Solar!

We are currently seeking a process technician for a consulting assignment at First Solar European Technology Center AB – a leading company in advanced solar cell technology. You will become part of an experienced, passionate, and driven team in an expanding organization. Does this sound interesting? We welcome your application to become part of the future’s energy solutions! ABOUT THE POSITION First Solar is a leading solar technology company and a global provider of responsibly produced, environmentally efficient solar modules. In Uppsala, the operation focuses on developing tandem solar cells, where some of the industry’s most experienced experts in thin-film technology are active. Here, you will play a role in a company that works with innovative products and has a true forward-thinking spirit. As a process technician, you will be an important part of a team working in an exciting laboratory environment. You will closely collaborate with our development engineers and follow the experimental plan to manufacture and optimize solar cell technology. The role involves both practical work in production and analytical work with troubleshooting, improvement proposals, and quality control. YOU WILL BE OFFERED You will have the opportunity to work in a company at the forefront of renewable energy that offers a dynamic work environment with a strong focus on research and development. RESPONSIBILITIES The role of the process technician involves driving, monitoring, and analyzing production processes to manufacture and optimize solar cells on a laboratory scale. You will work with advanced equipment, document processes, perform quality controls, and actively contribute to the development and improvement of work methods in an experimental environment. * Drive, monitor, and analyze production processes, including advanced equipment such as vacuum, laser, and sputtering systems, as well as meticulous tasks like sample washing and working in glove boxes. * Manufacture solar cells on an experimental laboratory scale according to established experimental plans. * Interpret technical documentation and assist with both planned and corrective maintenance. * Document work steps and contribute to the development of work instructions (SOP). * Perform quality controls, measurements, and analyses of produced products. WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU WHO - Has a post-secondary education in a relevant technical field, such as electronics, materials science, technical physics, or similar. Alternatively, possess a scientific/technical education at the high school level with more relevant work experience. - Has the ability to analyze the work environment and suggest improvements for increased productivity and safety. - Has good knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite. - Has proficient skills in Swedish and English, both spoken and written, as the work is conducted in both languages. It is meritorious if you have - Experience with vacuum technology. - Familiarity with SQL databases or JMP. - Previous experience working in an international environment. To succeed in this role, you have the following personal qualities: - Flexible and solution-oriented. - Takes responsibility for your work and has a structured approach. - Communicative and collaborative. Additional information: - The work is scheduled during daytime hours. - The work involves, to some extent, physically demanding tasks as well as the use of protective equipment. Our recruitment process This recruitment process is managed by Academic Work, and our client's wish is for all inquiries regarding the position to be sent to Academic Work. We apply rolling selection and will remove the advertisement when sufficient candidates have reached the final stages of the recruitment process. A CV is required upon application. A cover letter is not used as a selection method and therefore does not need to be attached. The recruitment process includes two selection tests: a personality test and a cognitive ability test. The tests are a tool to identify the candidate with the highest potential for the position and to promote equality, diversity, and a fair recruitment process. INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMPANY Please feel free to read more about First Solar on their website.