Silfab Solar

Renewable Energy

R&DIntern

$0–0k Burlington, Washington, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“R&D Intern at Silfab Solar. Skills: Solar technologies, Experimental design, Data analysis. Assist in design and execution of experiments. Evaluate performance and durability of solar technologies”

What You'll Achieve.

Gain hands-on experience with solar module testing and R&D processes; Develop knowledge of industry standards; Build skills in experimental design, data analysis, and technical reporting; Enhance collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams; Strengthen problem-solving abilities in a real-world innovation environment; Gain hands-on experience with manufacturing systems and documentation control processes; Develop an understanding of safety, quality, and operational excellence practices in a production environment

Industry & Context.

Renewable Energy
Problems you'll solve

analytical and problem-solving skills; Strengthen problem-solving abilities

Eligibility Requirements

Must be able to lift and move materials up to 25 pounds independently, Participate in team lifts of approximately 60 pounds, Remain in a stationary position or move throughout the production floor for extended periods (up to 8+ hours), Operate, position, adjust, or move equipment, tools, or materials, Capable of performing consistent, manual production tasks over long shifts, Work in typical manufacturing environmental conditions, Areas requiring PPE, Exposure to noise, Temperature variation, Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

analytical and problem-solving skills, Basic understanding of engineering or scientific testing methods, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret technical data, Effective communication skills for presenting technical findings, Detail-oriented with organization skills, Curious, proactive, and eager to learn, Ability to work both independently and in team environments, Adaptable in a fast-paced R&D setting

Nice to Have

Exposure to laboratory testing or research environments, Familiarity with solar technologies or materials science, Experience with data analysis tools or programming

What You'll Do.

Assist in design and execution of experiments

Evaluate performance and durability of solar technologies

Conduct modules and extended reliability testing

Conduct module characterization

Utilize analytical tools to process data

Present findings to R&D team

Assist in preparation and assembly of prototypes

Perform destructive testing for material evaluation

Support identification of manufacturing defects

Perform general support tasks for R&D

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborates closely with engineers and cross-functional teams; Work alongside engineers; Present findings to the R&D team and stakeholders; Enhance collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams

Communication Scope

Effective communication skills for presenting technical findings; Present findings to the R&D team and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner

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