Technician- Automation

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

The following is an entry level Automation Technician controls position where a successful candidate will be required to support manufacturing operations, assist with equipment implementation/startup, PLC/HMI programming, and troubleshooting/optimization of manufacturing processes control systems. This position directly supports a manufacturing site; the successful candidate will be assigned to a manufacturing schedule on either AM or PM crew/shift. AM shift is 6:00 AM – 6:10 PM.

PM shift is 6:00 PM – 6:10 AM. This results in a rotating 36/48‑hour work week schedule, which includes working every other Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing equipment electrical/electronic/controls experience.
• Associate/Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Robotics, Industrial Controls, or Electronic Engineering (preferred)
• No Degree – Must have 5+ years verifiable experience in a related field (i.e., Semiconductors, Automotive, etc.).

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and set priorities.
• Ability to interpret data and make reasonable conclusions to assist in troubleshooting process.
• Good understanding/knowledge of reading electrical/mechanical drawings and suggest modifications as required.
• Good understanding/knowledge of manufacturing processes and safety requirements.
• Demonstrated proficiency and problem‑solving ability to trouble‑shoot electrical/electronic control systems in manufacturing environment.
• Competent in Autodesk AutoCAD drafting software to create electrical schematic and panel layouts.
• Good understanding/knowledge and programming/troubleshooting of Rockwell Automation Logix platform PLC’s.
• Good understanding/knowledge, programming/trouble‑shooting of Rockwell Automation Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) utilizing Factory Talk View ME;
  Proface HMI experience a plus.
• Good understanding of troubleshooting at least two control networks including Control Net, Device Net, Profibus and/or Ethernet.
• Basic understanding/knowledge of robotic systems including troubleshooting, programming, safety.
• Good understanding of computer hardware/applications and the Microsoft Office family.
• Basic understanding of corporate Ethernet architectures and systems.
• Proficient communications skills both verbal and written.
• Basic understanding of SQL database tables/queries.
• Basic understanding of data collection processes and OPC protocols.

• Responsible for support of manufacturing facilities, including remote support of worldwide manufacturing facilities.
• Responsible to troubleshoot, repair, problem‑solve, and maintain all electrical control systems for manufacturing equipment.
• Responsible to assist with coordination of new equipment installation and implementation; including MES integration events.
• Responsible for maintaining and updating manufacturing process tool electrical drawings, ensuring the tracking of equipment changes is documented and drawings are kept current.
• Responsible to implement new software changes/upgrades specified by the Controls Engineering Department.
• Responsible to identify, research, document and present solutions to control problems and continuous improvement projects.
• Responsible to interface with multiple departments within the organization.
• Maintain effective communications levels and foster team building.
• Ensures adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.

• The in‑depth responsibilities listed above are the core duties of this role.

• Takes responsibility for understanding client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution. Identifies, evaluates and recommends options, implementing if required. Collaborates with and facilitates stakeholder groups.
• Maintains awareness of opportunities provided by new technology to address challenges or enable new ways of working.
• Assists with the collection of…