Engineer- Test/Measurement III USA
Basic Job Functions
Lead activities to troubleshoot day-to-day equipment issues.
Plan and direct activities of engineering technicians.
Lead new test and characterization equipment development projects consisting of concept development, specification development, experimentation, gauge R&R and data analysis and scripting.
Leads equipment FMEA creation activities.
Provide global support for Reliability Lab equipment, new plant expansion and new equipment rollout efforts.
Train and mentor to junior engineering technicians
Support project management consisting of equipment layout, scheduling, ordering, and start up support.
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering required. Masters preferred.
5+ years of experience in photovoltaic testing or similar role.
5+ years of equipment development and startup project management experience.
5+ years of experience troubleshooting and maintaining equipment
5+ years demonstrated ability to manage others successfully, motivate them to accomplish objectives and gain desired results.
Required Skills/Competencies
- MS Excel, Access, and Power Point experience (Intermediate level required. Advanced level desired).
- PREFERRED: SQL express (database) experience.
- PREFERRED: JMP (statistical) software experience.
- PREFERRED: Visual basic programming experience.
Essential Responsibilities
- Automate monitoring of machine and tests
Design testing procedures for new module technologies (tandem, bifacial)
Statistical analysis of results between different types of machines
Update data correction scripts based on performance & operation of machines.
Project management experience in handling new equipment development.
Responsible for existing laboratory equipment performance and reliability maintenance activities.
Statistical data analysis.
Proven understanding of Continuous Improvement/Quality tools, Robust Engineering, Design of experiments, SPC, 6 Sigma, and FMEA
Write work/test instructions.
On time execution of test plans including sample acquiring, testing, & data analysis.
Prepare summary reports for test development/improvement investigations.
Participate in Reliability and Test meetings where presentation of data may be required.
Communication/Planning with various expansion groups
Lead activities related to plant startup support
Assist with new equipment/test development and qualification testing.
Assist with the different in-house and outdoors module reliability testing and activities.
Adheres to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
Physical Requirements
- Sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
- Climb stairs on an occasional basis.
- Exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push or pull on a seldom basis.
- Lift, push, or pull up to 27 pounds on a frequent basis.
- Lift up to 51 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instructions.
- Lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.
- Push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
- Push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
- Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
- 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).
Travel
0-5% travel is required.
Estimated Salary Range
$80,700 - $115,000 US
Physical Requirements
- Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
- Climb stairs on an occasional basis.
- Exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push or pull on a seldom basis.
- Lift, push, or pull up to 27 pounds on a frequent basis.
- Lift up to 51 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instructions.
- Lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.
- Push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
- Push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
- 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).
Reporting Relationships
This position will report to Engineer- Test/Measurement IV
Travel
0-5% travel is required.
Benefits
Not specified
Pay
$80,700 - $115,000 US
Schedule
Not specified