Senior Manufacturing Engineering Leader Relocation Support

First Solar; United States; On-site; USD 109,500 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar energy company in the United States is seeking an Engineer- Manufacturing Principal. The role focuses on leading process improvements and managing engineering teams to ensure efficient solar module manufacturing. Candidates should have extensive experience in process engineering and R&D in a manufacturing environment, with strong analytical and leadership skills. Relocation may be required, and competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of process engineering and/or R&D experience.
• Fluent with statistical analysis methods and tools.
• Experience in photovoltaics manufacturing flow or technology development.

Responsibilities

• Lead process or equipment improvement to meet Manufacturing P90 metrics.
• Manage a team of engineers and/or technicians.
• Develop robust solar module manufacturing processes.

Skills

Leadership of small engineering teams in a localized environment

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Knowledge of automation equipment

Proven quality skills and technical problem-solving

Excellent data analysis skills

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD degree in engineering or physical science

Tools

JMP

Minitab

MS Office

Power BI

Job description

A leading solar energy company in the United States is seeking an Engineer- Manufacturing Principal. The role focuses on leading process improvements and managing engineering teams to ensure efficient solar module manufacturing. Candidates should have extensive experience in process engineering and R&D in a manufacturing environment, with strong analytical and leadership skills. Relocation may be required, and competitive compensation is offered.