CEO (Solar Cell Manufacturing)

Role Overview

This is a rare opportunity to lead a greenfield solar cell manufacturing project worth ₹1,000+ Cr in Surat, Gujarat. Backed by a diversified business group with established ventures in real estate, infrastructure, chemicals, aviation, and renewable energy, this role provides a platform to drive scale, innovation, and operational excellence in a rapidly evolving industry. The CEO will be at the forefront of establishing a state-of-the-art TopCon technology facility with 3.08 GW annual capacity, delivering impact at both national and global levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy & Scale: Define and execute a scalable roadmap for market leadership in solar cell manufacturing.
  




• Greenfield Execution: Oversee complete setup and commissioning of the 3.08 GW TopCon facility.
  




• Operational Excellence: Drive performance benchmarks in OEE, yield, energy efficiency, and cost-per-watt.
  




• Financial Leadership: Full P&L ownership, capital allocation, and transparent investor communication.
  




• Innovation & Technology: Lead NPI initiatives, technology upgrades, and global OEM/R&D partnerships.
  




• People & Culture: Build and mentor high-performing teams across all business functions.
  




• Governance & Risk: Establish robust governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks.
  




• Business Development: Expand market presence domestically and internationally through partnerships and strategic initiatives.
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience

• 20+ years in high-tech, process-driven industries.
  




• Minimum 5+ years in solar cell manufacturing, semiconductors, or advanced materials sectors.
  




• Proven record in executing projects worth ₹1,000 Cr or more, including end-to-end greenfield execution.
  

Education

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering or Technology.
  




• MBA preferred.
  

Skills & Attributes

• Strategic vision with strong execution capabilities.
  




• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM practices.
  




• Hands-on exposure to MES, inline metrology, and advanced automation systems.
  




• Strong financial acumen and stakeholder management.
  




• Deep understanding of advanced solar technologies, especially TopCon.
  

Employer Value Proposition

• Diversified Support: Backed by a conglomerate with a track record in scalable ventures.
  




• Innovation at Scale: Opportunity to shape a benchmark project using cutting-edge TopCon technology.
  




• Leadership Impact: Full ownership of a ₹1,000+ Cr greenfield project.
  




• Sustainability Mission: Direct contribution to India’s renewable energy transformation.
  

Why Join Us

• Lead a Landmark Project: Full ownership of a ₹1,000+ Cr greenfield solar cell manufacturing initiative with cutting-edge TopCon technology.
  




• CEO Autonomy with Strong Backing: Operate independently with board visibility while being supported by a diversified, future-ready conglomerate.
  




• Create Sustainable Impact: Play a pivotal role in accelerating India’s clean energy transition and setting global benchmarks in solar manufacturing.
  

Interview Process

1. Online Submission – via the official application portal.
   




2. Initial Screening – Virtual interaction with Boardroom CXO.
   




3. Director Round – Discussion with client’s directors and senior leadership.
   




4. Final Interaction – In-person engagement with promoters and leadership in Surat HQ.