Associate Development Engineer- Laser and Equipment USA

First Solar (US)•Perrysburg, OH

12h•Hybrid

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 position demands planning, organizing, and executing engineering experiments, with a strong emphasis on attention to detail for summarizing experimental data and presenting monthly findings. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, meet strict deadlines, and manage multiple tasks is crucial. Flexibility in scheduling may be required 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).

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 – be extremely hands-on.
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.