First Solar · 1 month ago
Engineer- Equipment II USA (1st Shift)
121 Logistics Drive, Gaffney, SC, 29341, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$67K/yr - $96K/yr
2+ years expFirst Solar is a leader in solar energy solutions, and they are seeking an Engineer - Equipment II to provide technical and professional leadership to the maintenance team. The role involves managing the engineering aspect of the maintenance process and driving improvements in equipment availability and preventive maintenance.
Clean EnergyManufacturingSolar
Responsibilities
Arranges, participates and implements PM-Planning
Creates and updates equipment Preventive Maintenance Work Instructions, equipment specifications, equipment trouble shooting BKM and good manufacturing OPL
Continuously improve spare part availability
Provides training where applicable to Maintenance team
Monitors long term equipment down issues and assist or lead with resolution
Interfaces with other cross functional groups to identify, brainstorm, create and implement equipment improvement projects
Interface with Manufacturing Engineering /Maintenance group from Global manufacturing sites
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associates Degree in a technical discipline with 2 years of experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I or 3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting, or 2 years Engineering experience and 6 years Technical experience in a manufacturing setting
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with 2 years of experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I or 3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting or 2 years Engineering experience and 3 years Technical experience in a manufacturing setting
MS Degree in a technical discipline with 2-4 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting
PhD Degree in a technical discipline with 0-3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting
Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs
Knowledge of Engineering Principals and Practices
Knowledge of Manufacturing processes
Good knowledge of Problem Solving Tools such as 7 Steps and DMAIC (6Sigma)
Excellent knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software, preferably with IBM/MRO Maximo
Computer skills with CAD related experience a plus
Basic knowledge in programming language and use of relational database systems
Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day
Will climb stairs or steps on a frequent basis
Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction
Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis
Will push or pull up to 50 pounds of force on an occasional basis
Will push or pull up to 37 pounds of force on a frequent basis
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
20/40 vision in both eyes (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is required
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
Must comply with all safety standards and procedures
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection & respirators) and a condition of employment and continued employment
Preferred
Knowledge in SQL, SAP, SAS, Tableau preferred
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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