Development Engineering Technician III

First Solar, Inc.; Perrysburg Township (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar, Inc. is seeking a Development Engineer Technician II to support DE tests on manufacturing lines or in the lab. You will interpret instructions into actions, troubleshoot tools, and drive improvements to meet performance targets.

The role requires strong technical skills and the ability to train others, with regular communication across all levels. Responsibilities include planning and executing engineering tests, maintaining safety standards, and participating in process

Qualifications

• 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.

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 to the most complex issues to a 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, including 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.

Skills

Troubleshooting ownership

Experimentation execution

Communication across levels

MS Office proficiency

SQL & JMP knowledge

Education

HS Diploma + 14 yrs exp or 2 yrs as Tech II

Associate's in engineering or similar tech + 10 yrs exp or 2 yrs as Tech II

Bachelor's in engineering + 5 yrs exp or 2 yrs as Tech II

Tools

MS Office

SQL

JMP

Job description

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

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.
• Basic Thermal oven troubleshooting, RGA equipment operation.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years of relevant technical experience or 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 to the most complex issues to a 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, including 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.

Travel:

• 0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.)

Estimated Hourly Range:

• $30.05 - $42.79 hourly

Work Schedule:

• M-F between 8am-4:30pm

US Physical Requirements:

Hybrid 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 37 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 both eyes together, 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, and a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair) for those requiring respirator use.

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.