Highly accomplished Physicist and Process Development Engineer with 2+ years of industrial experience and 7 years in R&D, specializing in high-temperature rapid thermal processing and thin-film technologies for advanced manufacturing. Proven expertise in process optimization, equipment ownership, troubleshooting, and cross-functional project leadership, driving significant improvements in reproducibility and operational efficiency. Seeking senior process, equipment, or technical project roles in semiconductor, battery, and thin-film coating industries to leverage deep technical knowledge and leadership capabilities.
Munich, Bavaria, Germany
→
Summary
Led the technical ownership and operational optimization of a critical batch rapid thermal processing system in an industrial Cu(In,Ga)Se2 photovoltaic pilot line, ensuring high-performance absorber formation.
Highlights
Owned the full technical lifecycle of a batch rapid thermal processing system (200–600 °C, H2S atmosphere) within an industrial Cu(In,Ga)Se2 pilot line, ensuring critical process integrity and output.
Defined and rigorously maintained process windows, significantly improving reproducible absorber formation and enhancing product consistency across production cycles.
Served as primary escalation contact for tool breakdowns and instability events, rapidly resolving critical issues to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
Systematically improved process reproducibility and system uptime through advanced troubleshooting and parameter optimization techniques, enhancing operational efficiency.
Developed and implemented a routine monitoring and control methodology for process stability, incorporating weekly tracking and corrective actions to sustain operational excellence.
Coordinated comprehensive maintenance, upgrades, and issue resolution with external equipment suppliers, ensuring optimal system performance and reliability.
Authored critical HAZOP documentation for the PEC testing setup (Zahner PECC) and supported safety reviews, ensuring compliance and safe operation of high-temperature and hazardous gas processes.
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
→
Summary
Conducted advanced materials research focused on developing novel thin-film solar cell components and optimizing device performance through process and electrical characterization.
Highlights
Spearheaded the development of novel ALD-based ZnSnO buffer layers for high-efficiency thin-film solar cells, significantly advancing material capabilities for next-generation photovoltaics.
Implemented comprehensive process optimization and electrical characterization protocols, directly leading to measurable improvements in device performance and stability.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary research teams and contributed to scientific publications, disseminating key findings to the academic community and fostering innovation.
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
→
Summary
Performed in-depth research on interface engineering and loss analysis in Cu(In,Ga)S2 solar cells, combining experimental and theoretical approaches to understand performance limitations.
Highlights
Conducted in-depth interface engineering and loss analysis in Cu(In,Ga)S2 solar cells, identifying critical performance bottlenecks and contributing to fundamental understanding of device physics.
Pioneered the integration of experimental characterization with advanced theoretical modeling, enabling precise identification and mitigation of solar cell performance limitations.
Successfully completed and defended a doctoral thesis, earning an 'Excellent Thesis Award' for impactful contributions to photovoltaic research and material science.
Awarded By
University of Luxembourg
Recognized for outstanding research and contributions in interface engineering and loss analysis in Cu(In,Ga)S2 solar cells, advancing the field of photovoltaics.
Awarded By
Proprietary Institution
Co-invented two filed patents related to advanced flash lamp annealing processes, demonstrating innovation in material processing and thin-film technology.
Published by
Peer-reviewed reputed journals
Summary
Authored 7 first-author and 9 co-author publications in peer-reviewed journals, significantly contributing to the scientific community in photovoltaics and thin-film technology.
Issued By
PRINCE2 Certification Body
Issued By
Six Sigma Certification Body
High-temperature processing (RTP), Sulfurisation, Process window definition & optimisation, Troubleshooting & root-cause analysis, Pilot-line to industrial readiness, Hazardous gas process safety awareness, Cross-functional technical coordination.
Atomic layer deposition, Sputtering, Evaporation, Chemical bath deposition, Semiconductor & thin-film device fabrication workflows.
Statistical process tracking and monitoring, Experimental design & performance evaluation, Python, Origin, Excel.
→
Summary
Led a key work package focused on advancing CIGS technology for sustainable solar water-splitting applications, driving innovation in renewable energy conversion.
→
Summary
Co-led a strategic work package focused on developing wide-bandgap CIGS for advanced tandem top-cell applications, enhancing solar cell efficiency.