Development Engineer I - R&D

First Solar (US) • Perrysburg, OH

6h

About The Position

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your
experience and skillset.

Basic Job Functions:

Perform data analysis in semiconductor device research to enhance thin film
solar cell performance, stability and yield to meet department goals and
deliverables.
Primary/secondary ownership of data tables and analysis methods and
reporting.
Identify, organize, submit and analyze material analysis samples and data.
Select and submit samples for reliability and performance analysis. Work
closely with integration and development engineering teams for data review
and publication.
Apply statistics and engineering methods to optimize workflow and
effectiveness.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, Physics or Instrumentation (strongly preferred) with at least 1 year of experience in field relevant to this role.
• PhD in an engineering discipline, with research experience aligned with job functions will be considered.
• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics or similar technical discipline, with 2 years of technical work experience as an Associate Engineer or 3 years as a Development Engineer Technician III with First Solar.
• Advanced knowledge in several skills that are relevant to the group, including statistical data analysis techniques including but not limited to JMP, DOE, SPC.
• Skills and hands-on experience in execution of experiments in a manufacturing environment.
• Analytical skills to interpret data and derive conclusions.
• Ability to make and execute detailed plans to achieve objectives with strong sense of ownership.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for improvement in solar cell efficiency through engineering, scientific or empirical methods.
• Apply established methods for material analysis, statistical analysis of data or execution/planning of experiments.
• May contribute to determination and evaluation process specifications for improved performance.
• Effective team member that can support cross functional project and take ownership of sub-deliverables.
• Works under minimal supervision. May assist in orienting, mentoring, and training lower level employees.
• Complies with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been enforced.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees