First Solar · 1 week ago
Development Engineering Technician II - 2nd shift
Perrysburg, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$23.03/hr - $32.21/hr
2+ years expFirst Solar is a leading provider of photovoltaic solar energy solutions, and they are seeking a Development Engineering Technician II to perform material testing and support development experiments. This role involves troubleshooting tool/process issues and compiling and analyzing test data to achieve performance goals.
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Responsibilities
Perform material testing in lab environment
Support development experiments in the production line
May assist in troubleshooting tool/process issues and suggest system improvements to achieve performance goals
Use understanding of engineering & tech skills to interpret instructions into actions and experimental outcomes
May compile and analyze test data from performed testing
Applies some technical skills to the position
May adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment, and techniques to meet the more complex requirements of the position
Duties and tasks are frequently non-routine
Able to resolve many questions and problems independently
Has ownership within his/her functional group of a particular operational process or equipment
Oversee maintenance and trains others in this process
Plan, coordinate and execute engineering tests (ETAs) on the production line, coupon line or laboratory, including coordination across team boundaries
Work under minimal supervision
Comply with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been enforced
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years of relevant technical experience or 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer Technician I at First Solar
Associate's Degree in an engineering discipline or similar technical discipline and 3 years of relevant technical experience or 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer Technician I at First Solar
Bachelor's Degree in engineering discipline or similar technical discipline, without prior technical work experience
Ability to perform sample testing, semiconductor device fabrication and/or electrical or optical measurements
Knowledge of semiconductor device physics, solid state-physics and photovoltaics
Ability to analyze data, present it in an effective manner periodically to team leaders, collaborate with other team members and be open to adapt to new challenges
Effective communicator with good oral and written communication skills
Ability to communicate on a regular basis with all levels of associates
Applies some technical skills to the position
Duties and tasks are frequently non-routine
Able to resolve many questions and problems independently
Has ownership within his/her functional group of a particular operational process or equipment
Plan, coordinate and execute engineering tests (ETAs) on the production line, coupon line or laboratory, including coordination across team boundaries
Work under minimal supervision
Comply with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been enforced
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift
Will climb stairs on an occasional basis
Will lift, push or pull up to 37 pounds on an occasional basis
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
20/40 vision in both eyes together, with or without correction, is required
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required
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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