Engineer- Manufacturing II USA

First Solar (US)•Friendly Village II Mobile Home Park, OH

About The Position

First Solar is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer II to develop and improve solar module manufacturing processes and support production. The role includes qualifying equipment, resolving production and equipment issues, analyzing process and product data, and implementing improvements to throughput, yield, quality, and product performance. The engineer will work with development teams, production associates, internal colleagues, and supplier representatives, and will provide training and mentorship. Domestic and international travel may be required. First Solar reserves the right to offer a role that best matches the candidate’s experience and skillset.

Requirements

Associate degree in a technical discipline and either 2 years of experience as a First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I, 3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting, or 2 years of engineering experience plus 6 years of technical experience in a manufacturing setting.
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and either 2 years of experience as a First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I, 3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting, or 2 years of engineering experience plus 3 years of technical experience in a manufacturing setting.
Master’s degree in a technical discipline and 2–4 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting.
Ph.D. in a technical discipline and 0–3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting.
Proficiency in statistical data analysis, metrology, measurement best practices, manufacturing documentation, Design of Experiments, and structured problem-solving methods such as DMAIC.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and proficiency in generating and maintaining FMEAs.
Ability to train operators, technicians, and new engineers; work autonomously; and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures and wear required personal protective equipment, including a respirator when required; respirator use requires little or no facial hair.
Ability to sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the duration of a shift; occasionally climb stairs and lift, push, or pull up to 27 pounds; frequently use hands to handle objects and reach above shoulder height or below the waist; and occasionally stoop, kneel, or bend.
Vision of 20/40 in each eye, with or without correction.
Successful completion of a background check, pre-employment drug screen, and any other role-required test.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of general electronics.
Knowledge of general mechanical systems.
Knowledge of robotic and conveyor systems.
Proficiency in applying Robust Engineering principles to develop and implement processes.
Knowledge of PLC automation and robot programming.

Responsibilities

Install, evaluate, and qualify new process equipment.
Troubleshoot production-line issues involving equipment downtime, yield, and quality, and identify actions to prevent recurrence.
Develop, continuously improve, and document robust, cost-efficient solar module manufacturing processes.
Work with the development team to incorporate manufacturing requirements into new process development.
Design and conduct experiments to establish manufacturing process windows; collect, analyze, and report results.
Collect and analyze daily equipment and associated product performance data.
Interface with internal associates and supplier representatives to complete assigned projects.
Communicate effectively with production associates and manufacturing engineers.
Set up new gauges and perform gauge maintenance.
Develop and deliver training to engineers, engineering technicians, and production associates.
Lead continuous improvement activities using Six Sigma and other statistical problem-solving methods.
Mentor junior engineers and technicians.
Develop process control plans and preventive maintenance plans.
Maintain drawings and process specifications, and develop and enforce standard operating procedures.
Improve conveyance and robotic systems to maintain steady production flow.
Work with minimal supervision and follow safety procedures and housekeeping standards.
Travel domestically and internationally as required.