Engineer- Controls I (PM Shift / D Crew)

Job Description

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

Basic Job Functions :

The following is an entry level corporate controls position where a successful candidate will be required to support manufacturing operations, assist with equipment implementation / startup, development of electrical controls systems / designs, PLC / HMI programming, data collection and optimization of manufacturing processes control systems. This position directly supports a manufacturing site, the successful candidate will be assigned to AM shift is 6 : 00AM - 6 : 10PM. This results in a rotating 36 / 48-hour work week schedule, which includes working every other Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Education / Experience :

• Associates / Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; or equivalent years of work experience.
• Minimum 1 – 5 years of manufacturing equipment controls engineering experience.

Required Skills / Competencies :

Understands controls engineering techniques and practices which would be required for global facilities including North America, Asian, and European countries.

Abilities to troubleshoot electrical / electronic control systems.

Understands global manufacturing processes and safety requirements.

Proficient use of Auto Desk AutoCad drafting software to create electrical schematic and panel layouts.

Understands programming of Rockwell Automation Logix platform PLC's, including ladder and function block diagram.

Understands programming Rockwell Automation Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) including PanelView Plus, PanelView Plus CE, and FactoryTalk View ME / SE.

Understands designing, programming, and commissioning at least two control networks including ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus and / or Ethernet.

Understands robotic systems including programming, safety requirements, and design / implementation practices.

Understands computer hardware / applications and the Microsoft Office family.

Understands corporate Ethernet architectures and systems at a basic level.

Understands corporate server architecture at a basic level.

Communication skills both oral and written.

Problem solving skills.

Essential Responsibilities :

Primary Responsibilities :

Supports manufacturing facilities, including remote support of world-wide manufacturing facilities.

Designs, programs, and coordinates small-scale control systems and projects.

Assists with coordination of new equipment installation and implementation.

Maintains and updates manufacturing process tool electrical drawings, ensuring the tracking of equipment changes is documented and drawings are kept current.

Troubleshoots and problem-solves equipment controls related issues.

Interfaces with multiple departments within the organization to ensure corporate controls policies / standards are understood and being adhered to.

Assists senior engineers on large projects.

Maintains effective communication levels and fosters team building.

Ensures adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.

Reporting Relationships :

This position will not have direct reports.

Travel :

5% - 10%

Estimated Salary Range :

$63,900-91K Salary.

US Physical Requirements :

Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.

Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.

Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis.

Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.

20 / 40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required.

Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.

May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.

May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.

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).

All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).

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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