Development Engineering Technician II

First Solar•Perrysburg, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports advanced materials analysis within a materials science laboratory. The technician will be responsible for operating analytical instrumentation, managing instrument queues, and performing routine and semi-routine data processing to support Development Engineering efforts. The position requires working largely independently with minimal supervision and adapting procedures, processes, and tools to meet evolving laboratory needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years of relevant technical experience
2 years of experience as a Development Engineer Technician I at First Solar.
Associate’s degree in a science discipline and 3 years of relevant technical experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, materials science, physics, chemistry, or a related STEM field, without prior technical work experience.
Hands‑on laboratory experience.
Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation.
Ability to work largely independently with minimal supervision.
Manual dexterity to handle and manipulate small samples (e.g., 5 × 5 mm).
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong communication skills; ability to interact with all levels of associates.
Ability to learn and operate advanced analytical instruments after training.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate and support one or more advanced analytical instruments (instrument assignments subject to change).
Execute instrument queue work and manage competing sample priorities.
Perform routine sample loading and sample preparation.
Run standard analyses and perform data processing.
Support urgent and high‑priority sample requests as needed.
Troubleshoot routine instrument issues in collaboration with engineering staff.
Maintain accurate records, queue status, and data documentation.
Perform non‑routine tasks and resolve many technical questions independently.
Adapt procedures, processes, and tools to meet evolving laboratory needs.
Maintain ownership of specific processes or equipment, including routine maintenance and training of others.
Work under minimal supervision.
Comply with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been enforced.
Other duties as assigned.