Supply Chain Engineer
Core
Define material specifications, qualify suppliers, and ensure timely deliveries for critical chemicals and materials from R&D through manufacturing scale.
Role type
Supply Chain Engineer (Technical Manufacturing)
Builds
Supply chain systems and supplier networks for next-generation solar solutions
Domain
Solar energy / Advanced materials / Chemicals
Required skills
Supplier qualification and management, Material specification definition, QA/QC methods, Material characterization, Demand planning, Commercial sourcing agreements
Preferred skills
High-tech production environment experience (solar PV, semiconductors, advanced materials), Silicon PV or semiconductor experience, Startup experience
Technologies
ERP systems
Responsibilities
Define material specifications alongside R&D Scientists, Verify incoming quality in the lab, Support product team on sourcing for new builds, Visit suppliers to assess scaling capabilities, Manage supplier evaluations, selections, second sources, and audits
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
