Equipment Reliability Engineer — 12-Hour Shifts

Canadian Solar Inc.; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Solar Inc. in Mesquite, TX, is seeking an Equipment Shift Engineer to oversee operation, maintenance, and optimization of manufacturing equipment. You will support installations, troubleshooting, repairs, preventive maintenance, and downtime reduction.

The role requires a bachelor’s in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, strong maintenance knowledge, and the ability to work 12-hour continental shifts on day or night schedules. Interviews will be onsite in Mesquite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing equipment, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
• Must be willing and able to work 12-hour continental shifts (days or nights) based on business needs.
• Familiarity with engineering and equipment-related software.
• Working knowledge of safety regulations and manufacturing best practices.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide equipment-related technical support for ongoing production operations, including maintenance, spare parts, repairs, and documentation of support activities.
• Train and assist employees on the proper operation of manufacturing equipment and troubleshoot equipment-related issues.
• Ensure efficient repair scheduling and review repair cost estimates.
• Track equipment downtime and recommend strategies to improve equipment reliability and reduce production interruptions.
• Implement and promote equipment safety policies and procedures.
• Assist in developing and executing Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) schedules to maximize equipment performance and uptime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment efficiency and production performance.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering software familiarity

Job description

Canadian Solar Inc. in Mesquite, TX, is seeking an Equipment Shift Engineer to oversee operation, maintenance, and optimization of manufacturing equipment. You will support installations, troubleshooting, repairs, preventive maintenance, and downtime reduction.

The role requires a bachelor’s in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, strong maintenance knowledge, and the ability to work 12-hour continental shifts on day or night schedules. Interviews will be onsite in Mesquite.