First Solar is leading the worlds sustainable energy future. We are an exciting work environment in one of the most important industries of the 21st century. First Solar is a leader in the development and manufacturing of thin film solar modules used in grid-connected solar power plants. Our cost-advantaged solar technology boasts the smallest carbon footprint, lowest life cycle water use, and fastest energy payback in the industry. We are delivering solutions to the worlds most pressing challenges including climate change, energy security, water scarcity, and the unsustainable growing consumption of natural resources. At First Solar, you will feel valued, appreciated and challenged, working side-by-side with some of the top minds in the industry. You will be regularly updated on the companys goals, progress and achievements. First Solar maintains a culture where all associates work together to lead the worlds sustainable energy future. We believe in employee engagement, collaboration, well-being and productivity for all generations and emerging work styles.Were changing the world. Now, let us start with yours. First Solar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. First Solars policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by application country, federal, state or local laws; the company prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
BASIC JOB FUNCTIONS:
This role lies in Development Engineerings Analytics Team. It provides analytical and engineering support for large-scale experiment operations to evaluate innovative ideas and boost solar cell performance in state-of-the-art R&D fabrication lines. You will identify and implement operations systems improvements that contribute to the achievement of error-free experiment execution then thoughtful analysis. You will be a role model for the Development Engineering organization, demonstrating First Solars rigorous analytical techniques. Data-driven, concise, and clear visual storytelling will be your passion.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Bachelor's Degree in mathematics, computer science, or engineering with minimum 2 years of technical experience or 2 years of experience as a Development Engineering Technician II at First Solar.
Master's Degree in mathematics, computer science, or engineering with 1 year of technical experience or 1 year of experience as a Development Engineer Technician II at First Solar.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Dexterity to communicate up, down, and across multi-disciplinary teams with diverse technical backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to independently research, learn and apply knowledge to achieve success in engineering, analysis, and coding.
SQL, SASs JMP (preferred)
Experience in structured problem solving, including data-driven (empirical) approaches.
Understanding of Inferential Statistics, T-test, DOE, fitting models, and visual display of these concepts to tell a story.
Electrical knowledge, understanding current, voltage, resistance as well as PV cell operation.
Experience with Microsoft environment: Windows OS, Office 365, Teams, etc.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure your coworkers safety by adherence to all health and environmental procedures.
Develop new and improve existing software to
standardize access to new data
create new analysis methods
optimize experiment operations and analysis workflows
validate and qualify experiment results
integrate into a broader analytical system
Perform analytical outreach by specializing in First Solars standardized analytical methods and demonstrating the workflows to Experimenters.
Jump into ad-hoc experiment analysis, quickly understand intent, and show results with key factors of influence.
Own analysis coordination and delivery, assuring material quality and experimental results are reviewed and summarized on time for group review.
Work with data consumers to understand their needs, point them to the right tool or make a new tool for them.
Collaborate with data and analytical system designers to assure the published tools are customer optimized.
HYBRID 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) and ability to distinguish red, yellow, and green 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 band 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.
