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Various positions | First Solar | Perrysburg, OH; Trinity, AL; New Iberia, LA
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Engineer- Controls I (PM Shift/B Crew)
Perrysburg, OH
The following is an entry level corporate controls position where a successful candidate will be required to support manufacturing operations, assist with equipment implementation/startup, development of electrical controls systems/designs, PLC/HMI programing, data collection and optimization of manufacturing processes control systems. This position directly supports a manufacturing site, the successful candidate will be assigned to AM shift is 6:00AM – 6:10PM. This results in a rotating 36/48-hour work week schedule, which includes working every other Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Head- Performance and Prediction Analytics USA
Perrysburg, OH
This highly visible leadership role is central to driving the rapid expansion of First Solar’s manufacturing footprint and product capabilities. This position oversees the strategic direction and execution of all initiatives related to validating fielded product performance and enhancing energy prediction accuracy. The role is responsible for developing and implementing advanced experimental designs, managing long-term data integrity across global field test sites and partner power plants, and applying cutting-edge analytics to improve modeling and prediction algorithms. It leads efforts in algorithm development, performance analytics, risk assessment, and financial impact analysis. Operating across the full product lifecycle—from R&D through manufacturing—this role collaborates with multiple business units to ensure product excellence and reliability. Additionally, it serves as a technical ambassador, providing education and support to customers and third-party laboratories, leveraging deep expertise to build trust and drive industry leadership.
Electrical and Controls Technician (All Crews/All Plants)
Perrysburg, OH
Trinity, AL
This role will Supervise shift warehouse operations, including leading a team of material handlers in the shipping and receiving of warehouse activities to ensure smooth operations in accordance with standards and procedures. The scope of the role includes assistance in managing allocation of resources, training new associates, conducting audits to ensure proper 5S and procedures are followed for quality and safety assurance, supporting continuous improvement efforts, managing attendance and performance problems, and ensuring accurate inventory.
Engineer- Manufacturing I USA
Trinity, AL
The Manufacturing Engineer will install and qualify new process equipment as well as troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues on the production line in a timely manner. These include tool-down issues, yield, quality issues, and identifying actions to prevent repeat issues. Identifying and/or implementing system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield, and product performance goals.
Technician- Maintenance I USA (C Crew/AM Shift)
New Iberia, LA
Performs, as directed, all necessary maintenance of the facility, equipment, and grounds, in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
Coordinator- Equipment I USA
Trinity, AL
Assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals.
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Engineer- Controls I (PM Shift/B Crew)
Perrysburg, OH
The following is an entry level corporate controls position where a successful candidate will be required to support manufacturing operations, assist with equipment implementation/startup, development of electrical controls systems/designs, PLC/HMI programing, data collection and optimization of manufacturing processes control systems. This position directly supports a manufacturing site, the successful candidate will be assigned to AM shift is 6:00AM – 6:10PM. This results in a rotating 36/48-hour work week schedule, which includes working every other Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Head- Performance and Prediction Analytics USA
Perrysburg, OH
This highly visible leadership role is central to driving the rapid expansion of First Solar’s manufacturing footprint and product capabilities. This position oversees the strategic direction and execution of all initiatives related to validating fielded product performance and enhancing energy prediction accuracy. The role is responsible for developing and implementing advanced experimental designs, managing long-term data integrity across global field test sites and partner power plants, and applying cutting-edge analytics to improve modeling and prediction algorithms. It leads efforts in algorithm development, performance analytics, risk assessment, and financial impact analysis. Operating across the full product lifecycle—from R&D through manufacturing—this role collaborates with multiple business units to ensure product excellence and reliability. Additionally, it serves as a technical ambassador, providing education and support to customers and third-party laboratories, leveraging deep expertise to build trust and drive industry leadership.
Electrical and Controls Technician (All Crews/All Plants)
Perrysburg, OH
- Troubleshoot, repair, problem-solve, and maintain all electrical control problems for all manufacturing equipment.
- Test all equipment and control functions of new controls established or designated by First Solar Controls dept.
- Download new software changes/upgrades specified by the Controls Dept. and maintain current software databases for Base Plant
- Assist IT Dept. with the set up, installation, and testing of all communication devices for PLC’s.
- Identify, research, prepare and present solutions to control problems and continuous improvement projects
- Document and follow-up problems relating to controls
- Provide all written documentation for indication of proper testing on all projects submitted from the Controls Dept.
- Assist new equipment commissioning technicians to verify that their testing of control systems is done correctly and efficiently completed
- Research, prepare and present solutions to problems
- Responsible to interface with other Company and Supplier Representatives
- Maintains effective communications levels and fosters team work
- Ensures adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards
- Interfaces effectively and cooperatively with other Departments
- Performs predictive and preventative maintenance on any or all production equipment
- Develops and implements new electrical preventative maintenance tasks, procedures, and schedules
- Perform troubleshooting of robotic, electrical and mechanical systems.
- Proficient in Maximo reporting and parts search
- Perform additional tasks as assigned, from the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Lead.
Trinity, AL
This role will Supervise shift warehouse operations, including leading a team of material handlers in the shipping and receiving of warehouse activities to ensure smooth operations in accordance with standards and procedures. The scope of the role includes assistance in managing allocation of resources, training new associates, conducting audits to ensure proper 5S and procedures are followed for quality and safety assurance, supporting continuous improvement efforts, managing attendance and performance problems, and ensuring accurate inventory.
Engineer- Manufacturing I USA
Trinity, AL
The Manufacturing Engineer will install and qualify new process equipment as well as troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues on the production line in a timely manner. These include tool-down issues, yield, quality issues, and identifying actions to prevent repeat issues. Identifying and/or implementing system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield, and product performance goals.
Technician- Maintenance I USA (C Crew/AM Shift)
New Iberia, LA
Performs, as directed, all necessary maintenance of the facility, equipment, and grounds, in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
Coordinator- Equipment I USA
Trinity, AL
Assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals.
