Developer I- MES USA (1st Shift)

About the role

This position involves designing, developing, testing, and implementing manufacturing software systems. The role collaborates with the MES architect to ensure seamless integration with MES hardware and software systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new software systems and modify existing ones for First Solar's manufacturing in a fast-paced and agile development environment.
• Participate and provide inputs actively in solution design, performing analysis and tradeoffs for the various solutions and technology options.
• Understand, champion, and enforce software development best practices, design patterns, refactoring techniques, and quality standards.
• Integrate and configure shop floor systems with custom-developed and off-the-shelf solutions.
• Responsible for Manufacturing Systems support and meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Provide after-hours support as required via an on-call roster system.
• Investigate problems related to software systems, perform root cause analysis, implement short-term and long-term preventative measures.
• Document recurring issues and present possible solutions.
• Produce technical documentation for service transition to operations.
• Adhere to SDLC processes, agile methodologies, safety procedures, and compliance (SOX, etc.).
• Exercise effective communications and foster team-building.
• Take ownership of small-sized tasks and deliver while mentoring team members.
• Work independently with the Global MES team and stakeholders across different geographical zones to develop/deliver software solutions.
• Break down problems, document problem statements, assist in exploring alternate technology and approaches to solving problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master Degree in IT or related field
• 2+ years in software development teams using Microsoft .NET technologies preferred
• 1+ years of experience interfacing with manufacturing control systems, shop floor automation systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), or OPC data transfer preferred

Skills

• Experience in solution design and development skills based on multi-tiered architecture using C#, XAML, ASP.NET, JavaScript
• Proven expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL development, large volume data processing and maintenance
• Proven experience with software development life cycle, Agile teams, change management process, and version control packages
• Proven experience in troubleshooting large complex software systems, creative thinker with good problem-solving abilities
• Experience providing software system support in a global manufacturing environment
• Self-motivated to learn new skills independently
• Proven communication, interpersonal, organization, and project management skills, including the ability to contribute development efforts with multinational team members

Pay

$68,800.00 - $98,000.00 annually

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

Not specified

Qualifications

Not specified

Skills

• Experience with Azure DevOps, Git, YAML, and deploying via Pipelines is preferred
• Experience with Service Fabric is preferred
• Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Angular and AngularJS is preferred
• Experience interfacing with Allen Bradley Logix PLCs and RSLinx software
• Demonstrated success in integrating manufacturing hardware and 3rd party software systems
• Experience in Windows mobile applications, Digital Transformation, Industry 4.0 is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift
• Climb stairs on an occasional basis
• Lift, push, or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis
• Reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
• Stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
• The 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)
• Office physical requirements: All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation.