Reliability Engineer IV- CdTe USA

First Solar (US)Perrysburg, OH
96d

About The Position

The Reliability Engineer IV plays a critical role in ensuring the robustness and long-term performance of new technologies through structured qualification and cross-functional collaboration. Reporting to the Head of Reliability Engineering, this role is responsible for developing and executing qualification plans, analyzing performance data, and driving reliability solutions from concept through implementation. The engineer actively engages in DFMEA processes and partners with Quality, Development Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering to embed reliability into product and process design

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) with 10+ years experience in reliability engineering or related technical roles, or
  • MS Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) with 8+ years experience in reliability engineering or related technical role, or
  • PhD Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) with 6+ years experience in reliability engineering or related technical roles.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in statistical analysis and reliability modeling tools.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Familiarity with DFMEA, qualification protocols, and reliability testing standards.
  • Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to organizational knowledge sharing.
  • Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in renewable energy, electronics, or high-volume manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute qualification plans for new technologies and components, ensuring alignment with reliability goals and operational standards.
  • Collaborate with Quality, Development Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to integrate reliability requirements into product and process design.
  • Analyze qualification and field performance data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
  • Prepare and deliver technical presentations to cross-functional teams and leadership, translating data into actionable insights.
  • Drive projects from solution development through implementation, ensuring timely execution and measurable impact.
  • Participate in Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) to proactively identify and mitigate potential reliability risks.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives by applying reliability engineering principles and best practices.
  • Other duties as assigned.
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