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Development Engineer I

Perrysburg, OH · On-site

$68K - $98K/yr

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset ... quality measurement data. * Troubleshoot and resolve daily equipment issues while implementing ...

First Solar

Development Engineer II

Perrysburg, OH · On-site

$80K - $115K/yr

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset ... Complies with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been ...

First Solar

Software Engineer- MES II USA

Perrysburg, OH · On-site

$91K - $125K/yr

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset ... Makes technical changes to quality and environmental standards according to documented procedures.

First Solar

Software Engineer- MES II USA

Perrysburg, OH

$91K - $125K/yr

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset ... Makes technical changes to quality and environmental standards according to documented procedures.

First Solar

Development Engineer II

Perrysburg, OH · On-site

$80K - $115K/yr

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset ... Complies with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been ...

First Solar

Development Engineer IV

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset ... Comply with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety, or any other policies that have been enforced ...

First Solar

Associate Development Engineer

Perrysburg, OH · On-site

$62K - $89K/yr

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset ... Complies with Company's Environmental, Quality, Safety or any other policies that have been ...

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What is it like to work at First Solar?

First Solar is a company that values innovation, sustainability, and teamwork, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment. The company's structure is organized into various teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and project development, working together to design, build, and deploy solar energy systems. Working at First Solar may appeal to individuals who are passionate about renewable energy, eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization, and interested in a fast-paced and challenging work environment.

Do workers at First Solar get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
93% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Does First Solar pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
81% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

At First Solar, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
58% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from First Solar affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
88% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at First Solar?

Most people get paid time off work.
76% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at First Solar worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
90% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do First Solar workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it for First Solar workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
59% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at First Solar?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
79% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do First Solar managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
96% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do jobs at First Solar spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
11% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at First Solar?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
73% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is working at First Solar good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
67% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at First Solar feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
41% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at First Solar get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
34% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at First Solar?

Most people feel stressed out here.
71% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at First Solar enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
47% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at First Solar recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
63% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at First Solar?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
48% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at First Solar?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 51% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think First Solar’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
88% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how First Solar is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
61% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
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Engineer- Equipment I USA (1st Shift)

Engineer- Equipment I USA (1st Shift)

First Solar

Gaffney, SC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Arrange, participate, and implement preventive maintenance planning.

  • Create and update equipment preventive maintenance work instructions, equipment specifications, and troubleshooting best known methods.

  • Monitor long term equipment down issues and assist or lead with resolution.

First Solar rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 72 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

426th of 521 rated manufacturers

Job description


The work location for this position is to be determined and will be communicated at the time of offer. Candidates must be willing to relocate to any First Solar location. Relocation assistance may be provided where applicable.
First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.
Basic Job Functions:
  • Provide technical and professional leadership to the maintenance team and manage the engineering aspect of the maintenance process.
  • Use necessary engineering tools and programs to drive improvements and rate the effectiveness of repair works.
  • Maintain preventive maintenance (PM) records and other pertinent data that is deemed necessary to do a complete job.
  • Publish information that has been reviewed, in a report format, on a routine basis.
  • Work on cross functional teams to improve Throughput.
  • Streamline and improve PMs to continuously improve the availability of equipment.
  • Maintain the stock of relevant spare parts.

Education/Experience:
Candidates must meet one of the following criteria to qualify:
  • Associate's Degree in an engineering or similar technical discipline combined with
    • 3 or more years of First Solar technical experience, or
    • 6 or more years of technical work experience in a Manufacturing setting.
  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Ph.D. in an engineering or similar technical discipline with no experience required. Technical work experience in combination with a degree is preferred.
  • The following certifications and experience can be used in lieu of the above degree requirements. In each case the candidate must demonstrate skills and experience in peer training/mentorship and basic data analysis
    • 3 or more years' experience as a First Solar Maintenance Technician III, MET III, EPT III or Equipment Coordinator III or
    • Journeyman certification in a relevant technical discipline such as Machinist or Electrician combined with 5 or more years industry experience at Journeyman level or
    • 10 or more years' experience as a highly skilled technician/specialist in a relevant discipline. Industry-recognized certification strongly preferred.

Required Skills/Competencies:
  • Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills.
  • Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs.
  • Knowledge of Engineering Principals and Practices.
  • Knowledge of Manufacturing processes.
  • Good knowledge of Problem-Solving Tools such as 7 Steps and DMAIC (6Sigma).
  • Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software, preferably with IBM/MRO Maximo.

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Arrange, participate and implement PM-Planning.
  • Create and update equipment Preventive Maintenance Work Instructions, equipment specifications, equipment trouble shooting BKM and good manufacturing OPL.
  • Continuously improve spare part availability.
  • Provide training where applicable to Maintenance team.
  • Responsible to monitor long term equipment down issues and assist or lead with resolution.
  • Responsible for interfacing with other cross functional groups to identify, brainstorm, create and implement equipment improvement projects.
  • Job description subject to change at any time

Reporting Relationships:
  • This position could have direct reports.

Travel:
  • Domestic and international travel as required.
  • If hired during plant start up, you will be expected to travel to other First Solar locations for training.

Estimated Salary Range:
  • 61,000 - 87,000, Annually

US Physical Requirements:
  • Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
  • Will climb stairs or steps on a frequent basis.
  • Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.
  • Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.
  • Will push or pull up to 50 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
  • Will push or pull up to 37 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
  • Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
  • 20/40 vision in both eyes (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is required.
  • May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
  • May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
  • Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection & respirators) and a condition of employment and continued employment (may require 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.

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