Principal Manufacturing Engineer, Solar Modules

First Solar Inc.; New Iberia (LA); Híbrido; USD 112.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

First Solar Inc. seeks a senior process engineer to lead process and equipment improvements under the Area Manager.

You will manage engineers or technicians, collaborate with Development Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Quality & Reliability to solve problems and develop robust manufacturing processes. The role requires 8+ years in process engineering/R&D in manufacturing, strong data analysis skills, and leadership experience in small teams.

Formación

• 8+ years process engineering and/or R&D in manufacturing.
• Fluent in statistical analysis and structured problem solving.
• Experience in Photovoltaics manufacturing flow and related tech areas.
• Ability to lead small technical teams and supervise staff.

Responsabilidades

• Lead process or equipment improvements under Area Manager oversight.
• Coordinate with Development Eng, Global Supply Chain, and Quality & Reliability.
• Initiate and lead complex changes following CMS stage-gate.
• Replicate changes with Global Alignment Team counterparts.

Conocimientos

Process engineering

R&D in manufacturing

Statistical analysis (JMP, Minitab)

Leadership of small teams

PFMEA & ISO 9000 knowledge

Data analysis

MS Office suite

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Engineering or Physical Science

Herramientas

JMP

Minitab

Descripción del empleo

First Solar Inc. seeks a senior process engineer to lead process and equipment improvements under the Area Manager.

You will manage engineers or technicians, collaborate with Development Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Quality & Reliability to solve problems and develop robust manufacturing processes. The role requires 8+ years in process engineering/R&D in manufacturing, strong data analysis skills, and leadership experience in small teams.