Technician Manufacturing Engineering (AM Crew)

The Charlotte Observer Publishing Company; Perrysburg, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar in Perrysburg, OH seeks a Technician Manufacturing Engineering (AM Crew) to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical control systems across production equipment. You will test control functions, assist with software updates, and document tests for qualification.

You will support IT in PLC device setups, pursue continuous improvement, and perform preventive maintenance while coordinating with other departments and ensuring safety and housekeeping standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with technical aptitude.
• Experience with electrical control systems and maintenance practices.
• Familiarity with Maximo and PLC concepts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical control systems.
• Test and validate control functions for new equipment.
• Support software updates and maintain control databases.
• Assist IT with PLC communication devices setup.
• Document problems and solutions for continuous improvement.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment.

Skills

Electrical control troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Robotics & PLC systems

Team collaboration

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Maximo

PLC programming

Job description

# Technician Manufacturing Engineering (AM Crew)First Solar PERRYSBURG, OH Full-time Manufacturing / Production / OperationsPosted on September 11, 2026Apply Now# Technician Manufacturing Engineering (AM Crew)## Job Description* Troubleshoot, repair, problem-solve, and maintain all electrical control problems for all manufacturing equipment.* Test all equipment and control functions of new controls established or designated by First Solar Controls dept.* Download new software changes/upgrades specified by the Controls Dept. and maintain current software databases for Base Plant* Assist IT Dept. with the setup, installation, and testing of all communication devices for PLC’s.* Identify, research, prepare and present solutions to control problems and continuous improvement projects* Document and follow-up problems relating to controls.* Provide all written documentation for indication of proper testing on all projects submitted from the Controls Dept.* Assist new equipment commissioning technicians to verify that their testing of control systems is done correctly and efficiently completed* Research, prepare and present solutions to problems.* Responsible to interface with other Company and Supplier Representatives* Maintains effective communications levels and fosters team work* Ensures adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards* Interfaces effectively and cooperatively with other Departments* Performs predictive and preventative maintenance on any or all production equipment* Develops and implements new electrical preventative maintenance tasks, procedures, and schedules* Perform troubleshooting of robotic, electrical and mechanical systems.* Proficient in Maximo reporting and parts search* Perform additional tasks as assigned, from the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Lead.## Job Info* Job Identification1019740* Posting Date03/16/2026, 01:08 PM* Locations Perrysburg, OH, United States* Degree LevelHigh School Graduate* Job ScheduleFull time* Work Schedule1 (United States of America)