Senior Engineer - Maintenance - Solar Cell

About Premier Energies Limited

Renewable energy is not only the future of global economy but also one of the fastest growing industries in India and world-wide. Premier Energies, as a pioneer in the solar manufacturing space, is one of the fastest growing large solar companies in India. Established in 1995, we are one of India’s largest integrated solar cell and module manufacturers. With state-of-the-art facilities spread across 100+ acres in south of India, we offer solar products and solutions to global customers spread across 17 + countries. Besides leading solar technology products, we also offer engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) and operating and maintenance (O&M) services for solar projects. With sustainability as our core, we are a strong performer on ESG parameters and provide our employees with a great work environment- testified by the fact that we have been certified a 'GREAT PLACE TO WORK' for 4 consecutive years.

In September 2024, the Company successfully entered the capital markets with listings on BSE & NSE. With a market cap of $5Bn+, a young & dynamic workforce and an exponentially growing global solar market, Premier Energies is well placed to be the global organization for the future!

https://www.premierenergies.com

Qualification:

• B. Tech / BE / Diploma – Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Mechatronics / Instrumentation

Experience:

Additional Certification:

• Training in TPM / Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
• Knowledge of ISO and EHS systems

Key Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of solar cell line equipment and maintenance practices.
• Hands-on experience in PLC, HMI, vacuum systems, pneumatics, and robotics.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and root cause analysis skills.
• Proficiency in SAP and MS Office tools.
• Ability to work in shifts and handle breakdowns efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Equipment Maintenance & Reliability

• Responsible for preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of cell production equipment (diffusion, PECVD, screen printing, firing, texturing, etc.).
• Monitor equipment uptime, performance, and yield impact.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment-related issues to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with production and process teams to ensure smooth line operation.

2. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Prepare and execute preventive maintenance schedules as per OEM guidelines.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify recurring failures and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain records of equipment health and spares utilization.

3. Spares & Inventory Management

• Identify critical spares and ensure availability without overstocking.
• Coordinate with utility and stores departments for spare procurement and stock control.

4. Continuous Improvement

• Participate in Kaizen, TPM, and lean manufacturing initiatives to enhance equipment efficiency.
• Support modification and upgradation projects for process optimization.
• Recommend design changes for reliability improvement and cost reduction.

5. Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain proper documentation of breakdown analysis, maintenance checklists, and calibration records.
• Ensure safety compliance during maintenance and adhere to ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 standards.

6. Team Collaboration

• Guide and mentor junior engineers and technicians in shift operations.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet production and quality targets.
• Support audits and provide necessary technical inputs to management.