Reliability Laboratory Test Engineer
On-sitePataskala, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Develop and validate reliability test methods for solar modules, including I-V intercomparison programs and measurement system analysis (MSA). Oversee standard module production, execute daily reliability tests for electrical, mechanical, and thermal parameters, and analyze degradation data to determine root causes and field reliability metrics. Maintain ISO 17025 compliance by documenting SOPs, validating new methodologies, and managing equipment calibration and maintenance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support audits, investigate anomalous results, and translate technical findings into practical guidance for manufacturing and quality stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, Industrial), Physics, or a related technical field
- At least 4 years of experience in laboratory testing, quality assurance, or reliability engineering
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Must be able to work on-site in Columbus, Ohio
Desired Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in reliability testing, product testing, laboratory engineering, or a closely related role
- Experience in solar, automotive, or semiconductor industries
- Experience with test method development, validation, or measurement system analysis (MSA)
- Experience working under formal quality systems such as ISO 17025 and/or ISO 9001
- Strong understanding of measurement principles, data acquisition, and test system behavior (e.g., I-V characterization, environmental testing, or mechanical testing)
- Familiarity with PV module standards (such as IEC 61215 and 61730)
- Experience with data analysis tools or scripting (e.g., Excel macros, Python, Minitab, JMP, or similar)
- Ability to design and interpret basic statistical analyses for method validation, intercomparison, and MSA
- Advanced degree
- Industry experience in automotive, semiconductor, or solar
- Familiarity with reliability or statistical analysis software (e.g., JMP, Minitab, Reliasoft)
- Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
- Knowledgeable in Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
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