Equipment Engineer (Module)

Qcells North America; Cartersville (GA); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Qcells North America is seeking a Module Equipment Engineer to support the manufacturing of solar modules, including soldering, inspection, mechanical assembly, and machinery management, in a fast-paced environment.

You will run diagnostics, calibrate instrumentation, perform preventative maintenance, and utilize SolidWorks to design and detail drawings while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of relative experience.
• Machine design experience including bearings, drive train components, and fabricated parts.
• SolidWorks proficiency including explorer, sheet metal, toolbox, BOM, weldments.
• Materials knowledge (corrosion, failure mechanisms, strength of materials).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MS Office, and project management tools.
• Experience with finite element or other mechanical analysis software; familiarity with PDM systems (Synergis Adept desirable).
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment in non-climate-controlled areas.
• Assertive, resilient under pressure, team-oriented.
• Able to stand/walk production areas; lift up to 50 pounds; manual handling within limits.
• Able to reach/push/pull within company safety limits; long computer-use periods.

Responsabilités

• Run diagnostic tests and repair malfunctioning equipment across plant automation zones.
• Commission control systems and troubleshoot, calibrate instrumentation including flow/pressure transmitters and level sensors.
• Perform preventative maintenance; manage CMMS data, input work orders, back up programs, and maintain prints and manuals.
• Create solid models and drawings using SolidWorks CAD guidelines.
• Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, motor, and motor-control problems.
• Conduct root cause analysis for failed parts and design improvements.
• Identify critical components and evaluate design features for reliability.
• Drive operational improvements and cost reductions via enhanced control schemes.
• Complete work orders, write requests, and coordinate with team to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Support development, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of solar module equipment.
• Adhere to company policies and assume additional duties as assigned.

Connaissances

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

MS Office

Project management

Formation

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Outils

Synergis Adept

MS Project

Description du poste

Description

The Module Equipment Engineer is responsible for the manufacturing of solar modules, which consists of soldering, inspection, mechanical assembly, and machinery management, all in accordance with the high industry standards and within manufacturing timescales.

Responsibilities

• Run diagnostic tests and repair malfunctioning equipment in all areas of plant automation.
• Commission control systems, troubleshoot operational issues, perform equipment and process instrumentation calibration including flow and pressure transmitters, and level sensors.
• Perform preventative maintenance; ensure stock of critical spares, properly input data into the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), execute work orders, back up programs and keep prints and manuals current.
• Utilize established SolidWorks CAD guidelines and department design procedures to create solid models and detail drawings.
• Troubleshoot all programmable logic control (PLC), HMI, motor, and motor control problems.
• Perform root cause failure analysis for failed parts and use materials/fabrication knowledge to design improvements.
• Identify critical machine components and analyze critical design features to ensure reliability in final operating environment.
• Drive operational improvement and cost reduction by enhancing industrial control schemes.
• Complete assigned work orders, write work requests and collaborate with other team members to troubleshoot and repair processing and solar module equipment.
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the solar module equipment.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of the company.
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by management.

Qualifications/Physical Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related degree.
• 3+ Years of relative experience
• Machine design experience including specification of bearings, drive train components and design of fabricated components for proper fit and assembly
• Demonstrated skills with SolidWorks, including SolidWorks explorer, sheet metal, toolbox, bill of materials and weldments
• Materials knowledge (corrosion, failure mechanisms, strength of materials) is critical
• Strong proficiency in related software including AutoCAD and MS Office applications, and project management tools
• Project management, finite element, or other mechanical analysis software, PDM system (direct experience with Synergis Adept is desirable)
• Able to tolerate a fast-paced work environment in areas that are not climate controlled
• Assertive, able to cope with pressure, a team player
• Able to stand and walk the production area throughout the workday
• Able to lift to 50 pounds without restriction
• Reaching, pushing, pulling, or lifting as required within limits set by Hanwha Q CELLS USA, Inc
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Preferred (but Not Required For Hire)

• Experience with factory automation; i.e., robotics, or complex servo controlled systems
• Be able to work voluntarily and creatively, and constantly improve your competences
• Stay responsible on job related problems and maintain job ownership