New Energy Watch

New Energy Jobs: Johnson Controls

Company:
Johnson Controls
5757 N. Green Bay Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53209
Tel: 414.524.1200
(multiple locations in the U.S. and worldwide)

Main website:
www.johnsoncontrols.com

Outline of products and services:
Manufactures and sells a wide range of products in the automotive, building, and marine industries, including deep-cycle batteries for solar energy energy-efficient HVAC technology, and fire/safety systems.

Applicant background that might be needed:
Mechanical engineering, construction, HVAC, electrical installation, plant safety, security systems, accounting, finance, office management.

Current Job Listings at Johnson Controls

Employment inquiries:
Form-based - Click here.

Pertinent information:
Deep-Cycle Batteries (New Energy Watch)

Hoover's Overview of Johnson Controls

New Energy Jobs: American Wire Group

Company:
American Wire Group
1920 E. Hallandale Beach Blvd.
Suite PH8
Hallandale, Florida 33009
Tel: 800.342.7215

Main website:
www.buyawg.com

Outline of products and services:
American Wire Group distributes a wide variety of wire and cable, including cable for wind turbine nacelles, tower-to-ground connections, and electrical grid delivery.

Applicant background that might be needed:
Mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, utilities expertise, sales, knowledge of wire and cable markets.

Employment inquiries:

Shawn Foss, Renewable Energy Manager at msfoss@buyawg.com
 

New Energy Jobs: Dow Corning Solar Solutions

Company:
Dow Corning Solar Solutions
Dow Corning Corporation
Corporate Center
PO Box 994
Midland MI 48686
Tel: 989.496.4400

(Multiple locations in U.S. and around the world.)

Main website:
www.dowcorning.com

Outline of products and services:
"Enough energy comes from the sun in one hour to power the global population for a year. As the photovoltaic industry (PV) assumes an increasingly important role in meeting the world's energy needs, Dow Corning is committed to help PV producers grow and succeed...

"We are investing to continue to make a difference in solar by expanding our portfolio of total solution packages for cell manufacturing, module assembly and installation. Solution packages include high-performance encapsulants, adhesives, coatings, potting agents and sealants as well as next-generation solar grade silicon. As the largest materials supplier to the PV industry, we service the entire PV value chain from sand to sun:

• Silicon Feedstock - one of  the only companies in the world to provide both metallurgical and semiconductor purity levels to the silicon metal value chain through both Dow Corning and our joint venture, Hemlock Semiconductor.
• PV Cell Coatings - protective coatings specifically designed to provide durability and abrasion resistance required for consumer products and applications.
• Cell Encapsulants - proven durability and protection against corrosion and delamination  - ideal for consumer goods PV applications.
• Junction Box Potting Agents - tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of PV applications, with new options for low-cost junction box design.
• Frame and Junction Box Sealants - designed to provide long-term weathering performance and adhesion for PV frame and junction box applications."

Applicant background that might be needed:
Chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and installation, information technology.

Current U.S. Job Listings at Dow Corning 

Dow Corning U.S. Career Center

Employment inquiries:
Form-based; review by state and town.

New Energy Jobs: Alteris Renewables

Company:
Alteris Renewables
Tel: 800.339.7804
Email: info@alterisinc.com
(multiple locations in the Northeast)

Main website:
www.alterisinc.com

Outline of products and services:
"Alteris Renewables was formed in 2008 when SolarWrights and Solar Works, the Northeast's premiere solar energy integrators, joined forces. Alteris is a full service renewable energy systems integrator and project developer providing solar electric (photovoltaic) and solar thermal solutions for residential, commercial, education and institutional clients. Alteris has exceptional customer service and industry leading expertise in engineering design, project management, performance analysis, project financing and renewable energy credit programs. Alteris Renewables breadth of experience means cost-effective, tailor-made clean energy projects delivered on-time and on-budget for our clients."

Applicant background that might be needed:
Design and installation of solar systems, construction, project management, sourcing supplies and project materials

Current Job Listings at Alteris Renewables

Employment inquiries:
info@alteris.com

Pertinent information:
A Simple Solar Panel (New Energy Watch)

BuildItSolar.com (solar installation research links)

FindSolar.com (find solar installers in your area)

New Energy Jobs: ICP Solar Technologies

Company:
ICP Solar Technologies
7075 Place Robert-Joncas, Unit 131
Montreal, Quebec
Canada H4M 2Z2
Tel: 514.270.5770
Toll Free: 888.427.7652

U.S. Sales Office:
26 Plateau, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656-8026
Tel: 949.389.0157

Main website:
www.icpsolar.com

Outline of products and services:
"ICP Solar Technologies, created in 1988, is a developer, manufacturer and marketer of solar panels and solar cell based products and building materials. Through the application of next-generation technologies and use of proprietary intellectual design the Company aims to be the industry's innovation leader. For the past 20 years, ICP Solar has led the consumer market through innovation and has now begun to apply that same philosophy to the OEM, rooftop and power generation segment of the solar industry. The company's headquarters are located in Montreal, Canada, with additional locations in the USA, Spain, Ireland and France."

Applicant background that may be needed:
Photovoltaic engineering, mechanical engineering, field installation and service, solar power sales and support, marketing, web design and graphics.

Employment inquiries:
careers@icpsolar.com

Pertinent information:
A Simple Solar Panel (New Energy Watch)

Product Review: ICP Sunsei SolarCharger 1200 (New Energy Watch)

BuildItSolar.com (solar installation research links)

FindSolar.com (find solar installers in your area)

New Energy Jobs: Solar Technologies

Company:
Solar Technologies
619 Soquel Ave.
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Tel: 831.421.0440
Toll free: 800.765.7837

Main website:
www.solartechnologies.com

Outline of products and services:
"Solar Technologies installs turn-key solar power systems. We do the complete design and installation, including handling all permits and rebate paperwork. We have solar power solutions to fit your needs, whether you want a solar power home or if you are a small business or large commercial enterprise wanting to reduce your electric bills with solar power."

Applicant background that may be needed:
Construction, mechanical engineering, field installation and service, solar power sales and support.

Employment inquiries:
info@solartechnologies.com

Pertinent information:
Serving these communities: Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, Boulder Creek, Ben Lomond, Bonny Doon, Capitola, Soquel, Aptos, Rio Del Mar, Pajaro Dunes, Watsonville, Freedom, Aromas, Corralitos, Mt. Madonna, Seaside, Marina, Hollister, Gilroy, Pacific Grove, Carmel, Monterey, Carmel Valley, Salinas, Morgan Hill, San Martin, San Jose, Willow Glen, Campbell, Saratago, Monte Sereno, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Mountain View, Los Altos, Palo Alto, Los Gatos, Menlo Park, Atherton, San Mateo, Burlingame, Half Moon Bay, Redwood City, Woodside, Portola Valley, Los Altos Hills, Los Gatos Hills, Santa Cruz Mountains, Davenport, Prunedale, Felton, Larkin Valley.

New Energy Jobs: Spire Corporation

Company:
Spire Corporation
One Patriots Park
Bedford, MA 01730
Tel: 781.275.6000 

Main website:
www.spirecorp.com
Also see: spirecorp.com/spire-solar/index.php

Outline of products and services:
"Spire Solar is a global solar company providing turnkey solar factories and capital equipment to manufacture photovoltaic modules and cells worldwide."

Applicant background that may be needed:
Mechanical engineering, electromechanical engineering and field installation.

Current U.S. Job Listings at Spire Corporation

Employment inquiries:
careers@spirecorp.com

Pertinent information:

Solar Energy Industries Association

 

 

New Energy Jobs: KEMA

Company:
KEMA 
Utrechtseweg 310 (BusinessPark Arnhem)
P.O. Box 9035
Arnhem 6800 ET
Netherlands
Tel: 011 31 26 3 56 91 11
(multiple locations in U.S)

Main website:
kema.com

Outline of products and services:
"Founded in 1927, KEMA is a commercial enterprise, specializing in high-grade business and technical consultancy, inspections and measurements, testing and certification. Much of the company’s work centers round innovative technology. As an independent organization, KEMA supports clients concerned with the supply and use of electrical power and other forms of energy."

Applicant background that might be needed:
Power systems engineering, transit systems engineering, energy efficiency expertise, energy analysis, public safety

Current U.S.-based job listings at KEMA

Employment inquiries:
Form-based; see website

Other pertinent information:
GridWise.org