Manufacturing Engineer Technician I

First Solar; South Carolina; On-site; USD 31,684 - 36,423; Full time

Job summary

First Solar is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment in South Carolina. The role includes troubleshooting day-to-day manufacturing issues and implementing improvements.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, with qualifications in technical disciplines or relevant machine experience. The position requires a strong safety mindset and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Candidates must meet one of the following criteria to qualify: Associate degree in a technical discipline, two or more years of machine/mechanic experience, one year First Solar technical experience, or six months as a Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues.
• Identify and/or implement system improvements.
• Train production associates.
• Ensure processes run as defined.

Skills

Safety first mindset

General electrical/electronic knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Self-directed

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Problem-solving on manufacturing line

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher in a technical discipline

Two or more years’ machine or mechanic experience

Job description

First Solar is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment in South Carolina. The role includes troubleshooting day-to-day manufacturing issues and implementing improvements.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, with qualifications in technical disciplines or relevant machine experience. The position requires a strong safety mindset and good communication skills.