Technician- Reli &Test Eng II USA

About the role

The Engineering Technician II plays a crucial role in the First Solar Team, focusing on reliability operations such as module testing and qualification, ensuring products meet industry standards and warranties.

Responsibilities

• Able to work independently with less supervision.
• Support Engineer on improvement projects on both product and testing equipment.
• Solve day-to-day equipment issues.
• Prepare and update summary reports for reliability investigations and test metrics.
• Develop and update internal documentation including drawings, work instructions, and equipment specs.
• Aid in worldwide equipment and test method replication.
• Ensure reliability tests are completed on schedule, including sample acquisition, testing, and data entry.
• Perform intermediate data analysis using JMP and SQL applications.
• Communicate any abnormal findings promptly.
• Train new technicians in module testing, equipment operation, and troubleshooting.
• Perform baseline or post-test measurements as needed.
• Participate in Durability & Stability meetings and present data (when required).
• Follow safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping standards.
• Assist with other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Proven communications and attention to detail skills.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (Electrical preferred) with 2+ years of work experience in a manufacturing or lab environment, or Associate Degree with 4+ years of experience.
• Calibration/testing/measurement experience required.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of JMP and SQL applications.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Ability to operate a fork lift.

Qualifications

• Education and experience as outlined in the job description.
• Proven basic data analysis skills.
• Average to excellent computer skills (Word, Excel).
• Good team player.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of tools and operating equipment (micrometers, multi-meters, power supplies, data logger).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Will walk, climb stairs, reach overhead, bend, talk, and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required.
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to wear a respirator as required.

Skills

• Proven communications and attention to detail skills.
• Basic data analysis skills.
• Average to excellent computer skills (Word, Excel).
• Good team player.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of JMP and SQL applications.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Self-directed, proactive problem-solving skills.

Benefits

First Solar offers competitive compensation, including a pay range of $23.37 - $32.69 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits.

Pay

$23.37 - $32.69 hourly

Schedule

Hours may vary based on department needs.