Engineering Manager
First Solar, Inc.

First Solar is a leader in the development and manufacturing of thin film solar modules used in grid-connected solar power plants. Our high growth and position in the renewable energy industry offers outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting work environment in one of the most important industries for the 21st century. Our culture is one where teamwork, continuous improvement, achievement of results, and environmental responsibility are core values. We are seeking new associates that are motivated to contribute their talents to making cost effective solar energy an important part of the world’s energy mix.

Basic Job Function Manages the Plant Manufacturing Engineering Department. Leads process improvement projects required in the manufacturing areas of the plant. Implements team building efforts in order to reach established goals and objectives.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering disciplines or the equivalent.
• Masters degree in specialty area highly desired.

• Eight or more years experience in engineering in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated ability to manage others successfully and to be able to motivate them to accomplish objectives and gain desired results.

• Proven Organizational and Managerial Skills.
• Proven understanding of continuous improvement/quality tools, Robust Engineering/Design of experiments, SPC 6 Sigma and FMEA.
• Proven problem solving skills.
• Possess excellent data handling skills.
• Excellent understanding of computer applications.
• Excellent understanding of Engineering Techniques and Practices.
• Photovoltaic experience a must.
• Good communications skills.

• Responsible to manage the development, continuous improvement and documentation of Robust Solar Module manufacturing processes in a cost efficient manner.
• Responsible to oversee the handling of module data regarding module reliability, conversion efficiency and manufacturing yield.
• Responsible to interface with manufacturing to reduce material and labor content while meeting production schedules.
• Assists in the development of the department and project budgets (including cost projections) and ensures adherence to the same.
• Presents project and program status reports.
• Interfaces with other Company and Customer Representatives as required.
• Ensures adherence to all safety and environmental procedures and housekeeping standards.
• Responsible for effective communication levels and fosters team building.
• Mentors and coaches engineers.