Engineer- Manufacturing Systems

Basic

Job Functions:

First Solar is a leader in the development and manufacturing of thin film solar modules used in grid-connected solar power plants. Our high growth and position in the renewable energy industry offers outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting work environment in one of the most important industries for the 21st century. Our culture is one where teamwork, continuous improvement, achievement of results, and environmental responsibility are core values.

We are seeking new associates that are motivated to contribute their talents to making cost effective solar energy an important part of the world’s energy mix.

Education/

Experience:

• Technical Disciplines / Degree in one of the following fields – Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, Chemical, Materials Science or Applied Physics.
• Associates Degree in a technical discipline with:
  • 2 years’ experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I or
  • 4-6 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting, or
  • 2 years Engineering experience and 6 years technical experience in a manufacturing setting or
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline with:
  • 0-2 years’ experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I or
  • 2-3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting or
  • 2 years Engineering experience and 4 years technical experience in a manufacturing setting or
• MS Degree in a technical discipline with 1-2 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting or
• Minimum 3-5 years of working experience in Manufacturing Operations or Engineering role in a high-tech industry (Photovoltaic or Semiconductor or PCBA) or a Technology based High Volume Manufacturing (HVM) environment is preferred.
• Experience in Project Management with prior engagement in New Process or Technology transfer in manufacturing environment.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft project, excel and PowerPoint.

Required Skills/

Competencies:

Behavioral:

• Possess good leadership skills.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Good analytical and strategic thinking
• Proven interpersonal skills.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• A moderate degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
• Ensure adherence to all First Solar processes and procedures, including safety, housekeeping etc.
• May require some degree of traveling as needed to facilitate New Process transfer.

TECHNICAL:

• Proven organizational skills – ability to prioritize.
• Strong knowledge of basic
  
  Engineering techniques and practices.
• Knowledge of MS Office software (strong knowledge of Microsoft Project/PowerPoint/Excel required).
• Understanding of Underwriters Laboratory (UL), ISO 9000/14000 & OSHAS 18000 standards/procedures (experience preferred).

DECISION MAKING:

• Select, evaluate, and develop qualification plan objectives with minimal supervision required.
• Prioritize tasks consistent with achieving overall Organizational/Department metrics and goals.
• Implement planning decisions based on team consensus to weighted scorecard.
• Able to functionally serve as a delegate for their direct manager with moderate guidance.

PROBLEM SOLVING:

• Ability to assess, define and solve complex supplier and material procurement issues with minimal supervision.
• Apply appropriate benchmarks, data analysis, and risk management techniques to solve problems.
• Ability to contribute & influence team-based initiatives and contribute to the development of mutually beneficial solutions.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT:

• Understands and demonstrates intermediate project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects at the same time and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to close projects on time with a minimal level of supervision.
• Demonstrated experience writing test plans, analyzing/reporting data, and documenting results and conclusions based on plans and data.

INTERACTION:

• Relationships with Cross Functional teams are maintained and improved with excellent communication.
• Contributes and influences the cooperative efforts among members of a project team.
• Frequently interacts with functional peers and negotiates support and production time with…