VP - EpiNex Technology Transfer

IntroFor our location in Freiburg im Breisgau, we are looking for a Vice President (f/m/d) – EpiNex Technology Transfer.At NexWafe, we are developing a pioneering process to produce silicon wafers with fewer process steps, resulting in significant savings in production costs, energy consumption, and CO₂ emissions. As VP of EpiNex Technology Transfer, you will lead the build-up of our first-of-a-kind pilot factory and manage strategic technology transfer to partner locations.Join our global team, shape the future of renewable energy, and discover your career opportunities at NexWafe.Your MissionLead and build the Technology Transfer team responsible for transferring processes, equipment, and operations from prototype to pilot and GW-scale production.Manage strategic partnerships and ensure successful technology transfer to partner sites, including site assessment, operational planning, and execution.Oversee front-end engineering activities related to production layout, building, and utilities.Ensure compliance with CAPEX and OPEX budgets and protect NexWafe’s intellectual property.Establish HSE standards during commissioning and initial operations.Act as the primary interface with strategic partners for scale-up beyond pilot manufacturing.Report directly to the CEO and collaborate closely with process development, prototype production, and design engineering teams.Your profileMaster’s or PhD in Material Science, Chemical/Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines.10+ years leading operations, technical, and/or R&D teams in challenging industrial environments.Proven experience in technology transfer, operations scaling, and partnership management.Background in international solar or manufacturing companies.Fluent in English. Working knowledge of German helpful, but not essential.Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.Excellent communication and negotiation skills.High willingness to travel internationally (up to 2 weeks per month).Hands-on mentality with strategic thinking and execution power.Why us?A diverse team: Short decision-making processes, flat hierarchies and collaboration with experts from different areas await you.A diverse and exciting job: A company that contributes to the commercialisation of environmentally friendly solar energy with a low carbon footprint.Stability with a certain degree of flexibility: A permanent position with flexible working hours.Attractive remuneration programme: An attractive salary, a company pension scheme and profit-sharing for employees.Healthy balance: Take your physical and mental health to the next level with an annual health budget and a HanseFit membership.Expand your language skills: Optimise your career prospects with the language courses offered.About UsAt NexWafe, we're striving to set a new standard for the future of photovoltaic wafer production. The need for efficient, affordable and cleanly produced solar technology has never been greater – we're rising to meet that challenge.