Technician - Reliability & Test Engineering III

Description

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Basic Job Functions

Performs all necessary maintenance of reliability test equipment, in a safe, timely and cost-efficient manner. Ability to read and develop schematics and mechanical drawings, build custom test systems and qualify the system for release to reliability operations under minimal supervision. Advanced troubleshooting capability of electromechanical systems. Mentors junior technicians in troubleshooting and repair of equipment. Minimize equipment down time through effective and efficient deployment of preventative maintenance procedures and ensure that adequate spare parts are maintained for critical machine components. Effectively coordinate and communicate with reliability operations to schedule equipment maintenance and report status.

Education / Experience

• AS degree in engineering, physics, chemistry, electronics or materials science with 10+ years of experience in a similar role OR 5 years in a RET II position at First Solar OR
• BS degree in engineering, physics, chemistry, electronics or materials science with either : 1-2 years of experience OR 1-2 years in a RET II position at First Solar.

Required Skills / Competencies

Essential Responsibilities

Reporting Relationships

Travel

Estimated Salary Range

US Physical Requirements

Manufacturing & Maintenance Physical Requirements :

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement : First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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