Basic Job Functions:
- Support DE tests in manufacturing line or perform testing in lab environment.
- Use Expert knowledge and advanced technical skills to interpret instructions into actions and experimental outcomes.
- Drive tool level troubleshooting and standard process issues to conclusion and identify root cause.
- Can identify and implement operation and tool system improvements to achieve performance goals.
Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer Technician II at First Solar.
- Associate’s Degree in an engineering discipline or similar technical discipline and 10 years of relevant technical experience or 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer Technician II at First Solar.
- Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline or similar technical discipline and 5 years of relevant technical experience or 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer Technician II at First Solar.
Required Skills/Competencies:
- Proficient in a wide array of tools/processes/procedures with the ability to train others, develop best practices and identify safety risks.
- Experienced in independently resolving moderate process/equipment issues on the production line or the lab.
- Skilled in MS Office and advanced skills in SQL and JMP.
- Expert in execution of experiments in lab or floor. May train others.
- Ability to communicate on a regular basis with all levels of associates.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Applies advanced technical skills to the position. Possesses specialized abilities and capable of data analysis to determine conclusions and next steps.
- Duties and tasks are frequently non-routine. Resolved most questions and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher level.
- Has ownership within his/her functional group of a particular operational process or equipment. Oversees maintenance and trains others in this process.
- Plan, coordinate and execute engineering tests (ETAs) on production line, coupon line or laboratory, incl. coordination across team boundaries.
- Works under minimal supervision. May assist in orienting, mentoring, and training lower-level employees.
- Complies with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been enforced.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Job description subject to change at any time.
Reporting Relationships:
- Reports to Development Engineer or Development Manager
Estimated Salary Range:
US Physical Requirements:
- Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
- Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.
- Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.
- Will push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
- Will push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
- May reach above shoulder and below the waist heights on a frequent basis.
- May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
- Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
- All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).
Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check band any other tests that may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.