Development Engineering Technician I

First Solar; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is looking for a Development Engineering Technician I to support manufacturing processes and assist engineers. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant technical experience. This entry-level role offers opportunities for skill development and holds significant importance in enhancing manufacturing efficiency and safety standards.

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant technical experience or 2 years as an Engineering Test Support II.
• Ability to perform sample testing and electrical or optical measurements.
• Ability to learn operation and maintenance of lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing line and DE equipment engineers.
• Troubleshoot process issues and suggest improvements.
• Compile and analyze equipment data from tests.

Skills

Engineering skills

Mechanical skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Calibrating equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in an engineering discipline

Tools

MS Office

SQL/JMP

Job description

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Job Description

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

• Support DE equipment engineers in the manufacturing line.
• Use understanding of engineering & mechanical skills to interpret instructions into actions and experimental outcomes.
• May assist in troubleshooting tool/process issues and suggest system improvements to achieve performance goals.
• May compile and analyze equipment data from performed tests and steady state runs.
  
  

Job Description

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

Basic Job Functions:

• Support DE equipment engineers in the manufacturing line.
• Use understanding of engineering & mechanical skills to interpret instructions into actions and experimental outcomes.
• May assist in troubleshooting tool/process issues and suggest system improvements to achieve performance goals.
• May compile and analyze equipment data from performed tests and steady state runs.
  
  

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years of relevant technical experience or 2 years of experience as an Engineering Test Support II at First Solar.
• Associate’s Degree in an engineering discipline or similar technical discipline and 2 years of relevant technical experience or 1 year of experience as an Engineering Test Support II at First Solar.
  
  

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Ability to perform sample testing, semiconductor device fabrication and/or electrical or optical measurements.
• Ability to learn the operation, calibration, and preventative maintenance of lab and process equipment and systems.
• Intermediate knowledge in MS Office and some knowledge of SQL/JMP.
• Execute experiments efficiently and effectively with high fidelity.
• Ability to communicate on a regular basis with all levels of associates.
  
  

Essential Responsibilities:

• Applies engineering or science skills and may develop advanced skills using tools and equipment.
• Duties and tasks are mostly recurring. Resolves routine questions and problems and refers more complex issues to higher levels.
• May have oversight over certain areas/processes affecting the group.
• Be able to analyze work environment and make suggestions for continuous improvement for enhanced productivity, safety, or performance.
• Work under daily supervision. Follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.
• 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:

• $18.89-$26.44 Hourly.
  
  

US Physical Requirements:

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
• Will lift, push, or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects 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 and 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

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