Engineer- Manufacturing II USA (1st Shift)

First Solar (US) • Gaffney, SC

9h

About The Position

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. Basic Job Functions: Design, install, and qualify new automation/process equipment. Troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues on the production line in a timely manner. These include; tool down issues, yield, quality issues and identify actions to prevent repeat issues. Identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals.
Education/Experience:
Associates Degree in a technical discipline with 2 years of experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I or 3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting, or 2 years Engineering experience and 6 years Technical experience in a manufacturing setting or
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline with 2 years of experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I or 3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting or 2 years Engineering experience and 3 years Technical experience in a manufacturing setting or
MS Degree in a technical discipline with 2-4 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting or
PhD Degree in a technical discipline with 0-3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting.

Requirements

• Demonstrated Proficiency in Mechanical & Automation Equipment Design.
• Demonstrated proficiency in generating and maintaining FMEAs.
• Application of Value Analysis and Value Engineering (VAVE).
• Excellent Project Lead / Project Manager skills.
• Knowledge of Robotics / PLC / Electronics / Vision equipment.
• Structured Problem-Solving Skills (such as DMAIC).
• Demonstrated Proficiency in writing complete manufacturing documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Machine / Robotic Automation experience (AGVs, Pick & Place / Collaborative Robots).
• Process Simulation Software experience .
• Solid Mechanical / Process Flow Aptitude.
• Knowledge in Robotic and Conveyor Systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency with applying Robust Engineering principles & processes.

Responsibilities

• Manages medium to large size capital equipment projects in Global environment.
• Provides concept/layout/design details for automation & material handling process tools.
• Process simulation modeling for existing & future production lines.
• Continuously improves, and documents robust solar module manufacturing processes to achieve the highest product performance in a cost-efficient manner.
• Injects manufacturing / installation requirements to new process developments by working with development team.
• Responsible for solving day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems.
• Evaluates, Install and Qualify new equipment.
• Interfaces with internal associates and supplier representatives as required to complete assigned projects.
• Develops & provide training for engineers, engineering techs, & production associates
• Champions continuous improvement activities using six-sigma and other statistical problem-solving methods.
• Develops Process Control Plans and Preventive Maintenance Plans.
• Develops and maintains layout drawings, process specifications, develop and enforce standard operating procedures.
• Performs data collection relating to daily equipment performance and associated product performance.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Domestic and International travel required (up to 20%).
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level