Manager- Engineering Manufacturing
First Solar
Lead engineering improvements in solar module manufacturing processes
21 days ago ago
$109,500 - $156,000
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Perrysburg, OH
Onsite
Company Size
3,700 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Project Management
Design
Construction services
Technical Services
Consulting
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Utilities
Commercial
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
process improvement
manufacturing process
process investigation
team leadership
equipment evaluation
experiment review
- Defines and implements corrective/preventive actions and continuous improvement activities as assigned.
- Responsible to develop, continually improve, and document robust solar module manufacturing processes to achieve the highest product performance in a cost-efficient manner.
- Perform in-depth investigations into process issues.
- Lead mainly local task forces and project teams.
- Required to use hands to lift, handle, carry or feel.
- Adheres to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
- Directly and indirectly manage a technical staff up to and including senior engineer level
- Will sit and stand periodically during the day.
- Will walk and climb stairs and on equipment.
- Evaluate new proposed equipment according to process standards.
- May be required to kneel, bend, talk and hear.
- Reviews process experiment proposals and subsequent results.
What you bring
materials analysis
process engineering
statistical software
six sigma
iso 9000
engineering degree
- Good familiarity with Materials Analysis methods like optical and x-ray spectroscopy, microscopy and electrical characterization to be able to leverage the same in troubleshooting
- >8 years process engineering and/or R&D experience in a manufacturing environment; will usually have a broad engineering and technology background.
- Possess excellent data analysis and collection skills.
- Domestic and International travel as required.
- Proven Technical Problem-solving skills.
- Proven quality Skills.
- Demonstrated expertise in driving projects through Change Management systems.
- Will reach over shoulder heights and below waist.
- Demonstrated ability to lead small technical teams including goal-setting and performance management
- Written and oral communication skills with ability to create presentations suitable for sharing with executive and C-level staff.
- Fluent with statistical analysis methods and tools and structured problem solving; Adept at analyzing big data-sets using tools like JMP or Minitab
- Knowledge of ISO 9000 standards and SPC tools.
- Specific vision abilities are required.
- Able to lead creation of and improvements to PFMEA.
- Knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering Techniques and Practices.
- Experience in Photovoltaics Manufacturing Flow or Technology Development experience in the broad fields of Thin Film Vacuum Deposition, Glass Therm-Mechanical Processing, Module Packaging and Structural Development, Semiconductor Processes, Electrical Device Integration
- Bachelors/Masters/PhD Degree in Engineering Discipline or Physical Science Field or equivalent.
- Knowledge of MS Office suite and statistical software
- Demonstrated expertise in engineering test/experimental design, execution, and interpretation of results.
- Knowledge of Manufacturing Processes
- Required to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Robust Engineering, Six Sigma
- Demonstration of leadership skills in small teams in a localized environment. This typically involves experience directly supervising a small team of engineers and technicians
- Able to influence up to director level globally
- No travel is required.
- $109,500-$156,000 annually.
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Company
Overview
20 GW
Solar Installations Completed
Completed over 20 gigawatts of solar installations globally, demonstrating significant contributions to renewable energy projects worldwide.
- Focuses on manufacturing advanced photovoltaic (PV) solar modules and providing utility-scale PV power plants.
- Offers a range of solutions, from manufacturing to large-scale solar power projects, emphasizing sustainability.
- Pioneers a closed-loop recycling process for solar panels, reducing environmental impact.
- Drives clean energy transformation with integrated solutions including development, financing, and operation of solar plants.
- “Responsible Solar” — commitment to environmental stewardship from sourcing through end‑of‑life management
- “Principled foundation” — zero tolerance for human rights abuses and strong governance
- Transparency — first solar manufacturer to publish onsite third‑party social‑audit findings globally
- Innovation & technical excellence — industry‑leading efficiency, ultra‑low carbon footprint, fastest energy payback
34% Emissions Reduction
GHG Target
Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 34% by 2028.
Net-Zero by 2050
Long-Term GHG Goal
Company target to achieve net-zero GHG emissions by 2050.
100% Renewable Energy
US by 2026, Global by 2028
Commitment to using 100% renewable energy in U.S. operations by 2026 and globally by 2028.
88K Tonnes Recycling
Global PV Capacity
Annual photovoltaic recycling capacity reaching 88,000 tonnes.
- Since 2008, GHG intensity reduced ~77%; since 2020, energy per watt down 15%, water intensity down 48%
- 2023: manufacturing water recycling up 88%, 318M L recycled; water intensity down 6%, waste intensity down 28%
- Series 6 Plus and Series 7 TR1 modules achieved EPEAT Climate+ (≤400 kg CO₂ e/kWp)
- Manufacturing energy intensity per watt reduced 65% since 2009; goal: 74% by 2028
- Conducted RBA‑validated third‑party social audits across global manufacturing: U.S. and Vietnam received platinum rating; Malaysia facility assessed and corrective actions underway
- No detailed public gender statistics found
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