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

Basic Job Functions:

Lead projects, both cross functionally and cross site. Provide technical advice as Subject Matter Expert in respective area. Integrate knowledge of Equipment, Process and/or Device to solve the most challenging problems and identify improvements. Bring new knowledge into the organization and develop technical skill sets within the team. Implement new processes to meet schedule, leading troubleshooting efforts as needed to meet project requirements.

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline with 2 years as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer III, or 7 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting, or 6 years Engineering and 3 years Technical experience in a manufacturing setting or
MS Degree in a technical discipline with 2 years as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer III or 6 years engineering experience in a manufacturing setting or
PhD Degree in a technical discipline with 2 years as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer III or 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing setting

Required Skills:

Demonstrated Leadership of large complex projects as primary contact
Considered to be subject matter expert in respective discipline and recognized as such across sites
Ability to identify and reduces high risk areas in manufacturing setting
Excellent understanding respective toolset, functional area and/or process and device
Demonstrated technical leadership of teams across multiple functions and factories (for example – Global Alignment Teams)
Excellent Technical Presentation Skills
Demonstrated expertise to effectively move projects through CMS process efficiently and effectively

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Subject matter expert in specified job role and frequently consulted to engage or self starter in setting procedural standards (BKM), assist (typically lead) root cause analysis, ability to drive change needed to meet current and future departmental goals
Identifies improvement priorities, provides assessment of solution options, recommendation of best solution and implements flawlessly
May manage a group of technicians
Lead Complex Project or Technical Teams cross functionally or cross site
Capable of sustaining respective process area, if applicable
Evaluate, Install and Qualify new equipment
Exceptional vendor management ability
Provide mentorship and project oversight to assist in the development of junior engineers
Identify training needs and develop and provide training to other engineers, engineering technicians, and production associates
Responsible to interface with internal associates and supplier representatives as required to complete assigned projects
Maintain effective communication with production associates and manufacturing engineers
Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards
Domestic and International travel as required
Area Specific - SME in Area Process

Travel:

No travel is required.
If hiring to a new plant prior to plant start, associate will be required to spend extended time (60-80%) in another plant in either Ohio or Alabama for training until their assigned plan starts equipment installation

Estimated Salary Range:

$106,000 - $151,000 Annually

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 27 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 not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards)
All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair)

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check band any other tests that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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