First Solar · 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer- MES II USA
Perrysburg, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$91K/yr - $130K/yr
4+ years expFirst Solar is a leading provider of solar energy solutions, and they are seeking a Software Engineer to develop and modify software systems for their manufacturing and R&D processes. The role involves integrating shop floor systems, providing expert-level support, and troubleshooting enterprise-level problems.
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Responsibilities
Develop new software systems and modify existing ones for First Solar’s manufacturing, reliability, and R&D processes
Integrate shop floor systems with custom-developed and off-the-shelf solutions
Responsible for hyper care and expert-level support on global applications for manufacturing, database, and related systems
Assist administrators (server admins, network admins, DB admins) in troubleshooting enterprise-level problems
Document recurring issues and present possible solutions
Interface with other departments and supplier representatives
Exercise effective communications levels and foster team building
Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Information Technology with two years of related work experience, or
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology with four years of related work experience or two years of First Solar IT Experience, or
Associate's degree in Information Technology with six years of related work experience or four years of First Solar IT Experience, or
Eight years equivalent external work experience or six years of First Solar IT experience
4+ years in either manufacturing systems or on software development teams using Microsoft .NET technologies
6+ months of experience interfacing with manufacturing control systems, shop floor interface/automation systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), or OPC data transfer
Troubleshooting and programming software solutions based on multi-tiered architecture using C#, XAML, ASP.NET, JavaScript, T-SQL, and MSMQ
Designing data structures, and using/configuring SQL Server databases
Proven experience with software development life cycle, Agile teams, change management process, and version control packages
Object oriented languages
Proven ability and knowledge of computer technology
Excellent communication and organization skills
Logical troubleshooting
Proven interpersonal skills
Preferred
Experience with AngularJS and SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) is preferred
Experience in developing, deploying, and supporting Windows mobile applications is a plus
Global experience providing tier three support in a manufacturing environment is a plus
Company
First Solar
First Solar manufactures thin film photovoltaic modules and provides PV power plants and supporting services.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.17BKey Investors
U.S. International Development Finance CorpMizuho Corporate Bank
2023-07-06Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2021-12-07Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2021-04-01Undisclosed
Leadership Team
Mark Widmar
CEO
Angela Younes
Office Manager/Assistant to the CTO
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