Development Engineering Technician II - 2nd shift

Overview

Perform lab testing, support development experiments, analyze data, and troubleshoot processes.

Key Responsibilities

• troubleshooting
• data analysis
• test execution
• experiment support
• material testing
• process ownership

Tasks

-May assist in troubleshooting tool/process issues and suggest system improvements to achieve performance goals. -Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis. -Applies some technical skills to the position. May adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment, and techniques to meet the more complex requirements of the position. -Will climb stairs on an occasional basis. -Will lift, push or pull up to 37 pounds on an occasional basis. -May compile and analyze test data from performed testing. -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. -Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift. -Support development experiments in the production line. -May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis. -Has ownership within his/her functional group of a particular operational process or equipment. Oversee maintenance and trains others in this process. -Perform material testing in lab environment.

Requirements

• associate degree
• bachelor degree
• semiconductor physics
• sample testing
• effective communicator
• 10 years

What You Bring

-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. -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. -Bachelor’s Degree in engineering discipline or similar technical discipline, without prior technical work experience. -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 communicate on a regular basis with all levels of associates. -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. -Ability to perform sample testing, semiconductor device fabrication and/or electrical or optical measurements. -Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. -Effective communicator with good oral and written communication skills. -20/40 vision in both eyes together, with or without correction, is required. -Duties and tasks are frequently non-routine. Able to resolve many questions and problems independently. -Knowledge of semiconductor device physics, solid state-physics and photovoltaics. -Use understanding of engineering & tech skills to interpret instructions into actions and experimental outcomes. -May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.

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Benefits

-$23.03-$32.21 Hourly.

About First Solar

-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.

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