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Engineering Test Support II (2nd Shift: S-T 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM)

First Solar (US) · firstsolar.com
Santa ClaraOn-siteMid level2+ yrs
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Engineering test support technician for solar module development lab.

SQLExcel

Details

Found
25 d ago · posted 2026-09-11
Location as listed
Santa Clara, CA, United States
Role
Lab / Clinical Research
Source
The company’s own careers site

Full description

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. Basic Job Functions: • Will support developmental tests in the RnD line or perform testing in a laboratory environment. • Operate and/or execute process steps using a mix of processing equipment, manual processing, test equipment and metrology tools. • Follow work instructions and interpret task documents. • Can perform basic analytics to ensure proper operation of tools and execution of tests. • 2nd shift role on a Sunday through Thursday schedule. • May support glass preparation activities for development tests, including glass cutting, glass cleaning, coupon and plate handling, staging and labeling of substrates, and consumable replenishment. Education/Experience: • High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 years of relevant technical experience in manufacturing or lab environment or 1 Year as an Engineering Test Support I at First Solar. Required Skills/Competencies: • Ability to follow verbal and/or written instructions/test plans. • Average ability to use tools and operating equipment is required (micrometers, multimeters, power supplies and data logger, and other process and test equipment). • Basic computer skills (Word, Excel). Able to run JMP scripts and analyze simple datasets using JMP and SQL application upon training. • Ability to repetitively handle glass coupons, plates, and finished modules. • Prior experience operating glass cutting, scribing, breaking, washing or cleaning equipment, or comparable manufacturing or laboratory equipment, is a plus. • Proven communication skills (written and oral) and attention to detail. Essential Responsibilities: • Responsible to ensure that all the tests are complete as per the schedule including sample acquiring, testing and data entry for all development tests. • Communicate immediately any abnormal findings on the product or testing equipment. • Able to execute assigned tasks. Responsible to assist in any other task or job assigned by supervisor. • Able to analyze work environment and make suggestions for continuous improvement for enhanced productivity, safety, or performance. • Works under daily supervision. Follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish routine tasks. • Adheres to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, including safe handling of glass, sharps, and cleaning chemicals, and correct use of required personal protective equipment. • Other duties as assigned. • Job description subject to change at any time. • Job assignments and shifts may change depending on job needs. Reporting Relationships: • Reports to Development Engineer Travel: • None needed Estimated Salary Range: • 23.19 USD per hr.- 32.5 USD per hr US Physical Requirements: 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, 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 and 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.

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