First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Basic Job Functions:

Design, install, and qualify new automation/process equipment.  Troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues on the production line in a timely manner.  These include; tool down issues, yield, quality issues and identify actions to prevent repeat issues.  Identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals.

Education/Experience:

• Associates Degree in a technical discipline with 2 years experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I or 3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting, or 2 years Engineering experience and 6 years Technical experience in a manufacturing setting or
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline with 2 years experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I or 3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting or 2 years Engineering experience and 3 years Technical experience in a manufacturing setting or  
• MS Degree in a technical discipline with 2-4 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting or
• PhD Degree in a technical discipline with 0-3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Demonstrated Proficiency in Mechanical & Automation Equipment Design
• Demonstrated proficiency in generating and maintaining FMEAs
• Application of Value Analysis and Value Engineering (VAVE)
• Excellent Project Lead / Project Manager skills
• Knowledge of Robotics / PLC / Electronics / Vision equipment
• Structured Problem Solving Skills (such as DMAIC)
• Demonstrated Proficiency in writing complete manufacturing documentation
• Machine / Robotic Automation experience (AGVs, Pick & Place / Collaborative Robots)
• Process Simulation Software experience  
• Solid Mechanical / Process Flow Aptitude
• Knowledge in Robotic and Conveyor Systems
• Demonstrated proficiency with applying Robust Engineering principles & processes

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage medium to large size capital equipment projects in Global environment
• Provide concept/layout/design details for automation & material handling process tools
• Process simulation modeling for existing & future production lines
• Develop, continuously improve, and document robust solar module manufacturing processes to achieve the highest product performance in a cost efficient manner
• Inject manufacturing / installation requirements to new process developments by working with development team
• Responsible for solving day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems
• Evaluate, Install and Qualify new equipment
• Responsible to interface with internal associates and supplier representatives as required to complete assigned projects
• Develop & provide training for engineers, engineering techs, & production associates

• Champion continuous improvement activities using six-sigma and other statistical problem-solving methods
• Develop Process Control Plans and Preventive Maintenance Plans
• Develop and maintain layout drawings, process specifications, develop and enforce standard operating procedures
• Perform data collection relating to daily equipment performance and associated product performance
• Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports to Manager, Manufacturing Engineering – Material Handling

Travel:

• Domestic and International travel required (up to 35%)

Estimated Salary Range:

• $73,300-90K Annually.

US Physical Requirements:

Manufacturing & Maintenance Physical Requirements:

• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis
• Will exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push or pull on a seldom basis
• Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on a frequent basis
• Will lift up to 51 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instructions.
• 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.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis
• 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards)
• 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.