Development Engineer I

Description

• Identify opportunities for improvement in solar cell efficiency through engineering, scientific or empirical methods.
• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
• Will lift, push or pull up to 37 pounds on an occasional basis.
• May contribute to determination and evaluation process specifications for improved performance.
• Complies with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been enforced.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Identify, organize, submit and analyze material analysis samples and data.
• Select and submit samples for reliability and performance analysis. Work closely with integration and development engineering teams for data review and publication.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• Perform data analysis in semiconductor device research to enhance thin film solar cell performance, stability and yield to meet department goals and deliverables.
• Apply statistics and engineering methods to optimize workflow and effectiveness.
• Apply established methods for material analysis, statistical analysis of data or execution/planning of experiments.
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
• Works under minimal supervision. May assist in orienting, mentoring, and training lower level employees.

Requirements

• Effective team member that can support cross functional project and take ownership of sub-deliverables.
• 0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.)
• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, Physics or Instrumentation (strongly preferred) with at least 1 year of experience in field relevant to this role.
• Effective communication skills.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• Analytical skills to interpret data and derive conclusions.
• 20/40 vision in both eyes together, with or without correction, is required.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Primary/secondary ownership of data tables and analysis methods and reporting.
• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics or similar technical discipline, with 2 years of technical work experience as an Associate Engineer or 3 years as a Development Engineer Technician III with First Solar.
• 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.
• Skills and hands-on experience in execution of experiments in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to make and execute detailed plans to achieve objectives with strong sense of ownership.
• Advanced knowledge in several skills that are relevant to the group, including statistical data analysis techniques including but not limited to JMP, DOE, SPC.
• PhD in an engineering discipline, with research experience aligned with job functions will be considered.

Benefits

• $67,400-$96,000 Annually.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance