First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. Basic Job Functions: Design, install, and qualify new automation/process equipment. Troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues on the production line in a timely manner. These include; tool down issues, yield, quality issues and identify actions to prevent repeat issues. Identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals. Education/Experience: Associates Degree in a technical discipline with 2 years of experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I or 3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting, or 2 years Engineering experience and 6 years Technical experience in a manufacturing setting or Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with 2 years of experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I or 3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting or 2 years Engineering experience and 3 years Technical experience in a manufacturing setting or MS Degree in a technical discipline with 2-4 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting or PhD Degree in a technical discipline with 0-3 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing setting. Required Skills/Competencies: Demonstrated Proficiency in Mechanical & Automation Equipment Design. Demonstrated proficiency in generating and maintaining FMEAs. Application of Value Analysis and Value Engineering (VAVE). Excellent Project Lead / Project Manager skills. Knowledge of Robotics / PLC / Electronics / Vision equipment. Structured Problem-Solving Skills (such as DMAIC). Demonstrated Proficiency in writing complete manufacturing documentation. Preferred Skills Machine / Robotic Automation experience (AGVs, Pick & Place / Collaborative Robots). Process Simulation Software experience . Solid Mechanical / Process Flow Aptitude. Knowledge in Robotic and Conveyor Systems. Demonstrated proficiency with applying Robust Engineering principles & processes. Essential Responsibilities: Manages medium to large size capital equipment projects in Global environment. Provides concept/layout/design details for automation & material handling process tools. Process simulation modeling for existing & future production lines. Continuously improves, and documents robust solar module manufacturing processes to achieve the highest product performance in a cost-efficient manner. Injects manufacturing / installation requirements to new process developments by working with development team. Responsible for solving day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems. Evaluates, Install and Qualify new equipment. Interfaces with internal associates and supplier representatives as required to complete assigned projects. Develops & provide training for engineers, engineering techs, & production associates Champions continuous improvement activities using six-sigma and other statistical problem-solving methods. Develops Process Control Plans and Preventive Maintenance Plans. Develops and maintains layout drawings, process specifications, develop and enforce standard operating procedures. Performs data collection relating to daily equipment performance and associated product performance. Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards. Domestic and International travel required (up to 20%). Other duties as assigned. Job description subject to change at any time. Reporting Relationships: This position will not have direct reports. Travel: 10% - 20% Estimated Salary Range: $73,300 - $104,500 Annually US Physical Requirements: Hybrid Physical Requirements: Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to