Development Engineer Technician I

First Solar (US)•Perrysburg, OH

3d•$19 - $26

About The Position

The Development Engineer Technician I supports development engineering testing on the manufacturing line or performs testing in a laboratory. The role applies engineering and technical skills to interpret instructions and produce experimental outcomes. The technician may help troubleshoot tool or process issues, suggest system improvements, and compile and analyze test data. The role applies engineering or science skills and may develop advanced skills using tools and equipment. Duties are mostly recurring; the technician resolves routine questions and problems and refers more complex issues to higher levels. The position works under daily supervision, follows standard procedures and written instructions, and may oversee certain areas or processes affecting the group. The technician also evaluates the work environment and suggests improvements to productivity, safety, or performance, while complying with company policies and performing other assigned duties. The job description may change at any time. The position reports to a Development Engineer or Development Manager. Travel is 0%–5%, on occasion or as needed for training. The estimated hourly range is $18.89–$26.44. The work schedule is Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Physical requirements include sitting, standing, or walking short distances for up to the entire shift; occasional stair climbing and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 37 pounds; frequent hand use and reaching above shoulder height or below the waist; and occasional stooping, kneeling, or bending. The position requires 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, compliance with safety standards, and the ability to wear required personal protective equipment. Production-floor associates may be required to wear a respirator, which requires little or no facial hair. Candidates must meet the education and experience requirements and successfully complete a background check and any other required tests. First Solar is an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse and inclusive workforce and recruits, hires, trains, and promotes without regard to protected characteristics.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and 4 years of relevant technical experience, or 2 years of experience as an Engineering Test Support II at First Solar.
Alternatively, an associate’s degree in an engineering or similar technical discipline and 2 years of relevant technical experience, or 1 year of experience as an Engineering Test Support II at First Solar.
Ability to perform sample testing, semiconductor device fabrication, and/or electrical or optical measurements.
Ability to learn the operation, calibration, and preventive maintenance of laboratory and process equipment and systems.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and some knowledge of SQL/JMP.
Ability to execute experiments efficiently and effectively with high fidelity.
Ability to communicate regularly with associates at all levels.
Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures and wear required personal protective equipment, including a respirator when required.
20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction.

Responsibilities

Support development engineering tests on the manufacturing line or perform testing in a laboratory.
Interpret instructions using engineering and technical skills and carry out testing to produce experimental outcomes.
Assist with troubleshooting tool or process issues and suggest system improvements to meet performance goals.
Compile and analyze data from testing performed.
Apply engineering or science skills and develop advanced skills using tools and equipment as needed.
Resolve routine questions and problems and refer more complex issues to higher levels.
Provide oversight of certain areas or processes affecting the group, as needed.
Analyze the work environment and suggest improvements to productivity, safety, or performance.
Follow standard procedures and written instructions under daily supervision.
Comply with company environmental, quality, safety, and other applicable policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.