R&D Equipment Project Lead

First Solar, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 104,910 - 149,500; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Santa Clara seeks an experienced professional to lead R&D equipment management. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in semiconductor processing and display fabrication, with an emphasis on troubleshooting and equipment operation. Responsibilities include addressing equipment issues, managing projects under tight budgets, and collaborating with various teams to enhance operations. A background in mechanical engineering or material science is strongly preferred, along with experience in vendor management and data automation.

Qualifications

• 15 years of relevant technical experience or 2 years as a Development Engineer I at First Solar.
• Mechanical engineer or material science background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Address equipment issues and drive troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with teams to improve process control and equipment operation.
• Manage R&D equipment projects with budgets and schedules.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of processing and test tools

Equipment operation and maintenance experience

Scripting for data automation

Excellent computer skills

Critical thinking and attention to detail

Team player

Education

Associate's degree in engineering or similar

Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar

Master's degree in engineering or similar

Ph.D. in engineering or similar

Job description

A leading renewable energy company in Santa Clara seeks an experienced professional to lead R&D equipment management. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in semiconductor processing and display fabrication, with an emphasis on troubleshooting and equipment operation. Responsibilities include addressing equipment issues, managing projects under tight budgets, and collaborating with various teams to enhance operations. A background in mechanical engineering or material science is strongly preferred, along with experience in vendor management and data automation.