First Solar · 3 weeks ago
Engineer- Controls I USA (B Crew/PM Shift)
121 Logistics Drive, Gaffney, SC, 29341, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$67K/yr - $96K/yr
1+ years expFirst Solar is a leading provider of solar energy solutions, and they are seeking an Engineer- Controls I to support manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will assist with equipment implementation, develop electrical control systems, and optimize manufacturing processes.
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Responsibilities
Supports manufacturing facilities, including remote support of world-wide manufacturing facilities
Designs, programs, and coordinates small-scale control systems and projects
Assists with coordination of new equipment installation and implementation
Maintains and updates manufacturing process tool electrical drawings, ensuring the tracking of equipment changes is documented and drawings are kept current
Troubleshoots and problem-solves equipment controls related issues
Interfaces with multiple departments within the organization to ensure corporate controls policies/standards are understood and being adhered to
Assists senior engineers on large projects
Maintains effective communications levels and fosters team building
Ensures adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards
Qualification
Required
Associates/Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; or equivalent years of work experience
Minimum 1 – 5 years of manufacturing equipment controls engineering experience
Understands controls engineering techniques and practices which would be required for global facilities including North America, Asian, and European countries
Abilities to trouble-shoot electrical/electronic control systems
Understands global manufacturing processes and safety requirements
Proficient use of Auto Desk AutoCad drafting software to create electrical schematic and panel layouts
Understands programming of Rockwell Automation Logix platform PLC's, including ladder and function block diagram
Understands programming Rockwell Automation Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) including PanelView Plus, PanelView Plus CE, and FactoryTalk View ME/SE
Understands designing, programming, and commissioning at least two control network including ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus and/or Ethernet
Understands robotic systems including programming, safety requirements, and design/implementation practices
Understands computer hardware/applications and the Microsoft Office family
Understands corporate Ethernet architectures and systems at a basic level
Understands corporate server architecture at a basic level
Communication skills both oral and written
Problem solving skills
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
Recent News
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