Manager – Product Development and Technology -Solar Module

Job Title: Manager – Product Development and Technology (Solar Modules)

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Product Development Manager to lead the design, development, and advancement of solar modules. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background and a proven track record in driving technology innovation, product optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. This role bridges market needs with technical execution, supporting our leadership in solar module technology.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Product Development & Innovation

• Lead end-to-end product development, translating customer and market requirements into product specifications.
• Coordinate with R&D teams on prototype design, performance evaluation, and validation.
• Ensure new products meet cost, quality, performance, and reliability goals.
• Drive design improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

2. Module Technology & Roadmap

• Evaluate and adopt emerging solar cell and module technologies
• Monitor industry trends, innovations in materials, and advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Benchmark competitor products and provide insights to shape the company’s technology roadmap.
• Interface with material and equipment suppliers to assess and implement technological upgrades.

3. Cross-Functional & Technical Collaboration

• Work closely with R&D, Quality, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Certification teams to ensure product readiness and compliance.
• Provide technical documentation and support to compliance and certification teams.
• Facilitate pilot production runs and successful transition to mass production.

4. Market Interface & Technical Support

• Gather market intelligence and customer feedback to guide product development.
• Support technical sales efforts by delivering product knowledge, presentations, and training to commercial teams and customers.

5. Testing, Reliability & Qualification

• Define and oversee reliability testing protocols for new product configurations.
• Approve Bills of Materials (BOM) for new module types.
• Ensure long-term durability and field performance through robust validation and testing procedures.
• Collaborate with certification bodies for product qualification and documentation.

6. Continuous Improvement & Team Leadership

• Lead initiatives for product and process optimization.
• Mentor and manage a high-performing product development team.
• Foster a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in solar module engineering, product development, or technology innovation.
• Strong understanding of PV module materials, design, and manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience with reliability testing, BOM evaluation, and technology benchmarking.
• Proficient in managing product lifecycles from concept to commercialization.
• Excellent cross-functional leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with global certification standards and documentation protocols.