Engineer- Test/Measurement III USA

First Solar Inc.

Perrysburg (OH)

On-site

USD 80,700 - 115,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

First Solar Inc. in Perrysburg, Ohio, is looking for an experienced engineer to lead troubleshooting and project management in the Reliability Lab. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include mentoring junior technicians and managing testing procedures.

The position offers a full-time schedule with a competitive salary range of $80,700 - $115,000, and adherence to safety protocols is essential.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in photovoltaic testing or similar role.
5+ years of experience troubleshooting and maintaining equipment.
Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Lead troubleshooting of equipment issues.
Train and mentor junior engineering technicians.
Prepare summary reports for test development or improvement.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Management

Communication skills

Statistical analysis

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Excel

Power BI

SQL Express

JMP

Visual Basic

Python

Job description

Basic Job Functions

Lead activities to troubleshoot day-to-day equipment issues. Plan and direct activities of engineering technicians. Lead new test and characterization equipment development projects consisting of concept development, specification development, experimentation, gauge R&R, data analysis, and scripting. Leads equipment FMEA creation activities.

Global and Project Management Responsibilities

Provide global support for Reliability Lab equipment, new plant expansion, and new equipment rollout efforts. Train and mentor junior engineering technicians. Support project management including equipment layout, scheduling, ordering, and start-up support.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering required; Master’s preferred.
5+ years of experience in photovoltaic testing or similar role.
5+ years of equipment development and startup project management experience.
5+ years of experience troubleshooting and maintaining equipment.
5+ years of demonstrated ability to manage others successfully, motivate them to accomplish objectives, and achieve desired results.
Intermediate to advanced experience with MS Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Preferred SQL Express database experience.
Preferred JMP statistical software experience.
Preferred Visual Basic programming experience.
Ability to learn the detailed operation and component functions of solar simulators, environmental chambers, measurement instruments, and related equipment.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to work independently and demonstrate problem-solving ability.
Strong organizational skills.
Basic to advanced experience using electro-mechanical test and measurement equipment.
Basic to advanced knowledge of measurement techniques.
Preferred Python experience.
Ability to automate monitoring of machines and tests.
Design testing procedures for new module technologies (tandem, bifacial).
Statistical analysis of results between different machine types.
Update data correction scripts based on machine performance & operation.
Responsible for existing laboratory equipment performance and reliability maintenance activities.
Statistical data analysis.
Proven understanding of Continuous Improvement/Quality tools, Robust Engineering, Design of Experiments, SPC, Six Sigma, and FMEA.
Write work/test instructions.
On-time execution of test plans including sample acquisition, testing, and data analysis.
Prepare summary reports for test development or improvement investigations.
Participate in Reliability and Test meetings where presentation of data may be required.
Communicate and plan with various expansion groups.
Lead activities related to plant startup support.
Assist with new equipment/test development and qualification testing.
Assist with in-house and outdoor module reliability testing and related activities.
Excellent interpersonal communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
Willingness to be flexible in work hours and perform other assignments as necessary to serve the overall team.

Reporting Relationships

This position will report to Engineer – Test/Measurement IV.

Travel

0–5% travel is required.

Estimated Salary Range

$80,700 – $115,000.

US 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.
Requires use of 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 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 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; the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse and inclusive workforce. The company recruits, hires, trains, and promotes persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Diversity and inclusion drive the company's success.

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