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Technician - Reliability & Test Engineering III
Technician - Reliability & Test Engineering IIIFirst Solar • Perrysburg, OH, US
Technician - Reliability & Test Engineering III

Technician - Reliability & Test Engineering III

First Solar • Perrysburg, OH, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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

  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
  • Ability to critique electrical schematics and mechanical drawings then develop mark-up drawings for required equipment modifications or to correct drawing deficiencies.
  • Ability to learn the design, operation, calibration, and preventative maintenance of lab and testing equipment and systems.
  • Intermediate knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
  • Advanced electrical / electronic knowledge.
  • Ability to communicate on a regular basis with all levels of Associates.
  • Excellent problem-solving ability.
  • Must be a self-starter that can work under minimal supervision.
  • Essential Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and repair existing test equipment. Recommend and support equipment modifications for high failure rate issues or components.
  • Utilize Oracle for management of preventative maintenance and tracking of spare parts.
  • Active involvement in the design of internally developed test equipment.
  • Leads build, install and qualification efforts for internally developed equipment.
  • Provide requirements input for equipment to be built by outside vendors.
  • Coordinates install and qualification efforts for vendor supplied test equipment.
  • Duties and tasks are frequently non-routine. Support and work with engineers in a wide variety of tasks.
  • May assist in mentoring, and training lower-level employees in proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
  • Responsible for interfacing with internal associates and supplier representatives, as required to complete assigned projects.
  • Reporting Relationships

  • This position will not have direct reports.
  • Travel

  • 0% - 5% (On occasion / as needed for training, etc.)
  • Estimated Salary Range

  • $22.60-$32.21 Hourly.
  • US Physical Requirements

    Manufacturing & Maintenance Physical Requirements :

  • Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
  • Will climb stairs on a frequent basis.
  • Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.
  • Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.
  • Will push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
  • Will push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
  • Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis.
  • 20 / 40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is required.
  • May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
  • May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
  • Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to; steel toed shoes, cut resistant gloves, jackets, aprons & / or arm guards, safety glasses, hearing protection).
  • 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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