About Us

Our team of engineers, scientists, and software developers explores the potential of Artificial Intelligence to solve some of the world's most challenging problems. We integrate machine learning, systems modeling, advanced control, and mathematical optimization to tackle complex engineering challenges. Our ultimate mission is to develop sustainable technologies that drive progress and contribute to the advancement of human development.

Founded in 2010 in Seville by a group of recent PhD graduates with a strong theoretical background in control and systems engineering, IDENER has grown into an interdisciplinary company of +115 professionals participating in over 105 international R&D; initiatives. Supported by state-of-the-art AI infrastructure and pilot-scale laboratories, we are singularly positioned to create real, tangible value by applying AI beyond the software industry alongside top global research centers, universities, and industrial pioneers.

At IDENER.AI, we firmly believe that our true value lies in our people. We foster a positive, supportive, and inspiring work environment where you can develop professionally while collaborating daily with top international teams.

We offer high work autonomy, a culture built on trust, and complete schedule flexibility, empowering you to organize your annual time freely and achieve a healthy work-life balance.

About The Position

Are you an engineer or researcher ready to combine technical scale-up expertise with project leadership? We are looking for an R&D; Researcher &

- Project Lead in Photovoltaic Process &
- Scale-up to join our team in Seville (Hybrid) and drive key technical activities within high-impact international initiatives, such as SOLARIS.





In this dynamic role, you will bridge the gap between process engineering and technical coordination. Whether you have years of experience or are a driven researcher ready to take the next step in your career, you will oversee the industrial scale-up of photovoltaic technologies (silicon/thin-film processing and cell/module assembly), manage international work packages, and apply Agile workflows to ensure efficient R&D; execution within our team.

Key Responsibilities

- Process Scale-up &
- Manufacturing Optimization: Lead and support the transition of PV material and component innovations from lab-scale research to pilot and industrial production. Analyze and optimize manufacturing workflows, ensuring compatibility of alternative materials with industrial processes.
- Technical Project Leadership: Serve as a key contributor in organizing research workflows, drafting technical documentation, and steering joint project activities to successful completion.
- Scientific Output &
- Solution Ideation: Author high-level technical deliverables, present research outcomes, and contribute to conceptualizing new technical initiatives, exploring novel solutions to real-world industry challenges in your areas of interest.
- International Partner Engagement:



Act as a core technical liaison between research partners, process engineers, and industrial stakeholders, building and maintaining strong relationships within integral R&D; networks.

Minimum Requirements

- Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Renewable Energy Engineering, Applied Physics, or a closely related discipline (or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Physical Sciences with relevant applied experience).
- Solid technical background in solar manufacturing workflows and the PV value chain (including raw material selection, silicon/thin-film processing, and cell/module assembly technologies).
- Demonstrated capacity for technical writing, report drafting, milestone tracking, and structured problem-solving.
- Professional proficiency in both english and spanish is essential for engaging with international consortia, local engineering teams, and drafting deliverables.

Why IDENER.AI?

- We make work-life balance a central part of our culture by offering a fully flexible schedule, where you decide how to allocate your annual working time.
- We strive to maintain a work environment that cares, supports, and inspires by focusing on every team member’s financial, mental, physical, and emotional needs.
- Our organisation is built on trust, cooperation, and equity, providing you with the safety and accountability required to propose and execute your own ideas from day one.
- We champion high levels of ownership and initiative, ensuring you have the autonomy to lead your own work while having access to a senior team for high-level technical collaboration and strategic guidance.

📌 Researcher - PV Process & Scale-up Engineer (Sevilla)
🏢 IDENER.AI
📍 Sevilla