Development Engineering Technician II - 2nd shift

Description

• Perform material testing in lab environment.
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
• Comply with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been enforced.
• Plan, coordinate and execute engineering tests (ETAs) on the production line, coupon line or laboratory, including coordination across team boundaries.
• Applies some technical skills to the position. May adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment, and techniques to meet the more complex requirements of the position.
• May assist in troubleshooting tool/process issues and suggest system improvements to achieve performance goals.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
• May compile and analyze test data from performed testing.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• Support development experiments in the production line.
• Has ownership within his/her functional group of a particular operational process or equipment. Oversee maintenance and trains others in this process.
• Will lift, push or pull up to 37 pounds on an occasional basis.

Requirements

• Effective communicator with good oral and written communication skills.
• Duties and tasks are frequently non-routine. Able to resolve many questions and problems independently.
• Use understanding of engineering & tech skills to interpret instructions into actions and experimental outcomes.
• 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, and a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair) for those requiring respirator use.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years of relevant technical experience or 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer Technician I at First Solar.
• Knowledge of semiconductor device physics, solid state-physics and photovoltaics.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• Ability to analyze data, present it in an effective manner periodically to team leaders, collaborate with other team members and be open to adapt to new challenges.
• Ability to perform sample testing, semiconductor device fabrication and/or electrical or optical measurements.
• Ability to communicate on a regular basis with all levels of associates.
• 20/40 vision in both eyes together, with or without correction, is required.
• Associate’s Degree in an engineering discipline or similar technical discipline and 3 years of relevant technical experience or 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer Technician I at First Solar.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering discipline or similar technical discipline, without prior technical work experience.

Benefits

• $23.37-$32.69 Hourly.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance