Developer II- MES USA

First Solar (US) • Gaffney, SC

3d • $80,700 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Developer II focusing on Manufacturing Software Systems (MES) in the USA. The position involves designing, developing, testing, and implementing manufacturing software systems, working closely with the MES architect to ensure seamless integration with hardware and software. The role also provides support for First Solar’s Manufacturing Systems, R&D, and Quality systems and data architectures.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master Degree in IT or related field
• 3+ years in software development teams using Microsoft .NET technologies preferred.
• 2+ years of experience interfacing with manufacturing control systems, shop floor automation systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), or OPC data transfer preferred.
• Experience in solution design and development skills based on multi-tiered architecture using C#, XAML, ASP.NET, JavaScript
• Proven expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL development, large volume data processing and maintenance
• Experience in Test Driven Design Development technique
• Proven experience with software development life cycle, Agile teams, change management process, and version control packages.
• Proven experience in troubleshooting large complex software system, creative thinker with good problem-solving abilities.
• Experience providing software system support in a global manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated to learn new skills independently.
• Proven communication, interpersonal, organization and project management skills, including the ability to contribute development efforts with multinational team members.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Azure DevOps, Git, YAML, and deploying via Pipelines is preferred.
• Experience with Service Fabric is preferred.
• Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Angular and AngularJS is preferred.
• Experience interfacing with Allen Bradley Logix PLCs and RSLinx software
• Demonstrated success in integrating manufacturing hardware and 3rd party software systems.
• Experience in Windows mobile applications, Digital Transformation, Industry 4.0 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new software systems and modify existing ones for First Solar’s manufacturing in a fast paced & agile development environment.
• Participate and Provide inputs actively in solution design, performing analysis and tradeoffs for the various solutions and technology options.
• Understand, champion, and enforce software development best practices, design patterns, refactoring techniques, and quality standards.
• Integrate and configure shop floor systems with custom-developed and off-the-shelf solutions.
• Responsible for Manufacturing Systems support and meeting KPIs. Provides afterhours support as required via on-call roster system.
• Investigates problems related to software systems, performs root cause analysis, implements short term and long-term preventative measures.
• Document recurring issues and present possible solutions. Produce technical documentation for service transition to operation.
• Adhere to SDLC processes, agile methodologies, safety procedures and compliance (SOx, etc.)
• Exercise effective communications & foster team building
• Ability to take ownership of small sized tasks and deliver while mentoring team members.
• Work independently with Global MES team and stakeholders across different geographical zones to develop / deliver software solutions.
• Skilled in breaking down problems, documenting problem statements, assisting to explore alternate technology and approaches to solving problems.

Benefits

• 0% - 5% Travel (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.)
• If hired during plant start up, you will be expected to travel to other First Solar locations for training.
• Background check and any other tests that may be required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree