Equipment Engineer

Insight Global; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance

Paid leave

Job summary

Insight Global seeks an Equipment Engineer to support an automated solar cell manufacturing operation.

You will ensure print line performance, analyze data, troubleshoot equipment and processes, and drive continuous improvement on the production floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline required.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting automated production equipment and processes.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience.
• Experience using manufacturing data to drive process improvements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to make precise adjustments.
• Ability to work on the production floor and support a collaborative operation.
• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues on an automated line.
• Spend 30-50% of time on the production floor monitoring performance.
• Analyze machine and MES data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Use SPC methodologies to improve capability, yield, uptime, and line performance.
• Lead continuous improvement projects for reliability, throughput, and quality.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Evaluate domestic replacement parts and equipment modifications.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams.
• Develop data-driven recommendations and implement process improvements.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Data-driven decisions

Production floor

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering

Tools

MES systems

Robotics equipment

Job description

Insight Global is seeking an Equipment Engineer to support a highly automated solar cell manufacturing operation. This individual will serve as a key engineering resource responsible for ensuring print line performance, analyzing manufacturing data, troubleshooting equipment and process issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is highly analytical, enjoys working directly on the manufacturing floor, and thrives in fast-paced production environments where equipment reliability, process performance, and data-driven decision making are critical to success.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Support a highly automated screen-printing manufacturing line by troubleshooting equipment and process-related issues.
• Spend approximately 30-50% of time on the production floor monitoring line performance, supporting technicians, and making process/equipment adjustments.
• Analyze machine performance data, MES data, failure trends, alarm history, and production metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Utilize statistical analysis and SPC methodologies to improve process capability, yield, uptime, and overall line performance.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on reliability, throughput, quality, and cost reduction.
• Support root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for recurring equipment and process issues.
• Evaluate domestic replacement parts and equipment modifications to improve long-term reliability and maintainability.
• Work with robotics, automation systems, screen-printing equipment, ovens, furnaces, conveyor systems, paste distribution systems, and inspection technologies.
• Develop data-driven recommendations and implement process improvements based on production performance trends.
• Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to keep the line operating efficiently.

Must-Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting automated production equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience.
• Experience utilizing manufacturing data to drive process improvements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience making precise equipment or process adjustments.
• Ability to work directly on the production floor and support a highly collaborative manufacturing operation.
• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Nice-to-Haves

• SPC (Statistical Process Control) experience.
• Experience with MES systems and manufacturing data analytics.
• Robotics and automation experience.
• Vision systems, graphic inspection, or optical inspection experience.
• Screen printing process experience.
• Semiconductor, solar, electronics manufacturing, or PCBA experience.
• Wet chemistry or chemical process manufacturing experience.
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience.

Compensation:

$115,000 to $125,000 per year annual salary

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings and paid leave as provided by applicable law.