Associate Development Engineer- Laser and Equipment

Position: Associate Development Engineer- Laser and Equipment USA
First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Basic

Job Functions:

* Design and execute tests and experiments to optimize laser processes - be extremely hands-on.

Plan, organize, and execute engineering experiment execution.

* Attention to detail and summarize experimental data, monthly presentations with next steps/conclusions expected.

* Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, within strict deadlines, while handling multiple tasks.

* During equipment install, which lasts for a week or 2 (per install), flexibility in schedule may be needed.

Education/

Experience:

* High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years of relevant technical experience or 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer Technician II at First Solar.

* Associate's Degree in an engineering discipline (Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechanical preferred) or similar technical discipline (Physics preferred) and 5 years of relevant technical experience or 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer Technician II at First Solar.

* Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline (Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechanical preferred) or similar technical discipline (Physics preferred) and 1 year of relevant technical experience or 1 year of experience as a Development Engineer Technician II at First Solar.

* Master's Degree in an engineering discipline (Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechanical preferred) or similar technical discipline (Physics preferred) without prior technical work experience.

* Experience with 2D and 3D modeling software's (AutoCAD, Solid Works, or equivalent) required.

* Experience with optical setups, solid-state lasers and familiarity with laser material interactions required.

* Experience with Python or C++ or LabVIEW, preferred.

* Experience with basic circuit design and components (resistors, inductors, diodes, capacitors Arduino, Raspberry Pi DYI project experience could be helpful in this role).

Required Skills/

Competencies:

* Ability to take ownership of a problem and own the resolution.

* Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills

* Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs.

* Continuous improvement/learning.

* Ability to make and execute detailed plans to achieve objectives with a strong sense of ownership.

Essential Responsibilities:

* Tool set up, optical alignment, wiring, and process optimization/development.

* Create and update equipment preventive maintenance work instructions, equipment specifications, and equipment troubleshooting.

* Responsible for interfacing with other cross-functional groups to identify, brainstorm, create, and implement equipment improvement projects.

* Will coordinate installation of new equipment into a development line.

* Work with the facility team to prepare electrical, mechanical, and data drops for new equipment.

* Effective team member that can support cross functional project and take ownership of sub-deliverables.

* Works under minimal supervision. May assist in orienting, mentoring, and training lower-level employees.

* Complies with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been enforced.

* Other duties as assigned.

* Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:

* Reports to Development Engineer or Development Manager.

* May have direct reports.

Travel:

* Ability to travel to vendor site during equipment procurement (5 - 10% travel).

Estimated Salary Range:

* $62,500 - $89,000 Annually

US

Physical Requirements:

Hybrid

Physical Requirements:

* 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 each eye, 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 (including but…