Electrical & Controls Technician — Manufacturing Impact

First Solar, Inc.; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 32,373 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses - Yearly

Great Benefits package on day 1

401k with company match

Job summary

First Solar, Inc. is seeking a Controls Technician to support installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot daily issues, and implement improvements to throughput, yield, and product performance.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance of electrical control systems, software updates, and collaboration with IT and maintenance teams to ensure safe operations and optimal equipment performance.

Qualifications

• Requires 3–7 years electrical/electronic/controls experience.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting on a manufacturing line.
• Ability to read prints and suggest modifications.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain electrical control systems for manufacturing equipment.
• Test equipment and control functions per First Solar standards.
• Download software changes and maintain Base Plant databases.
• Assist IT with setup and testing of PLC communications.
• Document issues and propose continuous improvement solutions.
• Interface with company and supplier representatives.

Skills

Independent work

Troubleshooting

CMMS

Robotics

Electrical systems

Reading prints

Education

Associate degree in Electrical/Robotics/Electronic Engineering

5+ years related experience (no degree)

Journeyman's Card (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

First Solar, Inc. is seeking a Controls Technician to support installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot daily issues, and implement improvements to throughput, yield, and product performance.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance of electrical control systems, software updates, and collaboration with IT and maintenance teams to ensure safe operations and optimal equipment performance.