Associate Development Engineer- Laser and Equipment USA

First Solar•Perrysburg, OH

20h•Onsite

About The Position

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. This role involves designing and executing tests and experiments to optimize laser processes, requiring a hands-on approach. The engineer will plan, organize, and execute experiments, paying close attention to detail and summarizing data for monthly presentations with conclusions and next steps. The position demands the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines and handle multiple tasks. Flexibility in schedule may be needed during equipment installs, which typically last one to two weeks.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years of relevant technical experience OR 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer Technician II at First Solar
Associate’s Degree in an engineering discipline (Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechanical preferred) or similar technical discipline (Physics preferred) and 5 years of relevant technical experience OR 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer Technician II at First Solar
Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline (Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechanical preferred) or similar technical discipline (Physics preferred) and 1 year of relevant technical experience OR 1 year of experience as a Development Engineer Technician II at First Solar
Master’s Degree in an engineering discipline (Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechanical preferred) or similar technical discipline (Physics preferred) without prior technical work experience
Experience with 2D and 3D modeling software's (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent) required
Experience with optical setups, solid-state lasers and familiarity with laser material interactions required
Ability to take ownership of a problem and own the resolution
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs
Continuous improvement/learning
Ability to make and execute detailed plans to achieve objectives with a strong sense of ownership
Ability to travel to vendor site during equipment procurement (5 – 10% travel)
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift
Will climb stairs on an occasional basis
Will lift, push or pull up to 37 pounds on an occasional basis
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards)
All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair)

Nice To Haves

Experience with Python or C++ or LabVIEW, preferred
Experience with basic circuit design and components (resistors, inductors, diodes, capacitors Arduino, Raspberry Pi DYI project experience could be helpful in this role)

Responsibilities

Design and execute tests and experiments to optimize laser processes
Plan, organize, and execute engineering experiment execution
Summarize experimental data and provide monthly presentations with next steps/conclusions
Tool set up, optical alignment, wiring, and process optimization/development
Create and update equipment preventive maintenance work instructions, equipment specifications, and equipment troubleshooting
Interface with other cross-functional groups to identify, brainstorm, create, and implement equipment improvement projects
Coordinate installation of new equipment into a development line
Work with the facility team to prepare electrical, mechanical, and data drops for new equipment
Support cross-functional projects and take ownership of sub-deliverables
Works under minimal supervision
May assist in orienting, mentoring, and training lower-level employees
Comply with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been enforced
Other duties as assigned