Description

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician supports pilot‑line equipment to define new processes and transitions them to start‑up, qualification, and standard production. Responsibilities include installing and qualifying systems, troubleshooting daily manufacturing issues, and implementing improvements that boost throughput, yield, and product performance.

• Solve daily production, equipment, and process problems.
• Identify and implement yield and product performance improvements.
• Develop methods to assign causes to yield excursions.
• Set up and maintain gauges.
• Ensure processes meet targets defined in the Process Control Plan.
• Respond to SPC alarms and restore process control.
• Execute planned experiments, analyze data, and report results.
• Collect daily tool and product performance data.
• Provide training to production associates.
• Update internal documentation such as drawings, SOPs, and process specifications.
• Coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to complete projects.
• Maintain effective communication with production staff and manufacturing engineers.
• Disposition non‑conforming product according to established criteria.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Manage proper disposal of waste and handling of hazardous waste containers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing line issues.
• Perform both administrative and technical tasks as needed.

Requirements

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and meet one of the following: an associate degree in a technical field, at least two years of machine or mechanic experience, one year of First Solar technical experience, or six months as a Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician at First Solar.

A safety‑first mindset, general electrical/electronic and mechanical knowledge, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision are essential. Strong written and oral communication skills in English and the capability to troubleshoot both administrative and technical tasks on the manufacturing line are also required.

The role involves frequent standing, walking, and occasional climbing, with the ability to lift up to 27 lb regularly and up to 50 lb occasionally. Employees must have 20/40 vision (corrected or not), be able to wear required personal protective equipment—including respirators—and comply with all safety and housekeeping standards.

• Demonstrate general electrical, electronic, and mechanical knowledge.
• Work self‑directed with minimal supervision.
• Communicate effectively in written and oral English.

Benefits

This position has no direct reports, requires no travel, and offers an hourly salary between $18.89 and $26.44 with a 6 % bonus opportunity. First Solar is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance