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Engineer- Manufacturing II USA

Gaffney, SC · On-site

$80K - $115K/yr

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset ... Participate/lead in technology start-up, transfer, and ramp activities from development site to ...

First Solar

Development Engineer IV USA

Perrysburg, OH · On-site

$99K - $140K/yr

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset ... Ph.D. in an engineering discipline or similar technical discipline and 10 years of relevant ...

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 ... Plan, execute, and characterize development engineering experiments in a laboratory environment ...

First Solar

Development Engineer II

Santa Clara, CA

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset ... Associate's Degree in an engineering discipline or similar technical discipline and 15 years of ...

First Solar

Development Engineer II

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset ... Associate's Degree in an engineering discipline or similar technical discipline and 15 years of ...

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. Basic Job Functions: * Engineers' software, configures high-level software packages, and provides ...

First Solar

Development Engineer IV

Santa Clara, CA

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset ... Plan, execute, and characterize development engineering experiments in a laboratory environment ...

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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.

What makes First Solar an attractive place to work?

First Solar is a leading global provider of photovoltaic solar modules and solutions, recognized for its commitment to sustainability and innovation in the renewable energy sector. The company offers a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration, creativity, and professional growth, with opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects and technologies. Joining First Solar provides a chance to contribute to the global transition to clean energy, develop new skills, and advance in a rapidly evolving industry with a strong focus on sustainability and social responsibility.

Do workers at First Solar get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
94% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.

Does First Solar pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
85% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 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.
60% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

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

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
89% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 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 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 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.
76% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 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.
75% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.

Is a First Solar job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
67% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and March 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.
68% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

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

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
40% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.

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

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
41% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at First Solar?

Most people feel stressed out here.
73% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 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 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at First Solar recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
60% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.

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

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
50% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 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, 56% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 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.
87% 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 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.

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

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
63% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.
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Infographic showing various Site Engineer job openings at First Solar in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution.

Engineer- Manufacturing II USA

First Solar

Gaffney, SC • On-site

$80K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

First Solar rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 74 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

456th of 538 rated manufacturers

Job description


First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.
Basic Job Functions:
Primary accountability of the Process Integration Engineer is to develop and sustain the product performance for key manufacturing metrics (Yield, Module Efficiency, Reliability and Durability, Cost), and develop production metrologies for device characterization and process control.
Education/Experience:
  • Associate's degree in a technical discipline with 2 years of experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I or 3 years Engineering experience in desired areas, or 2 years Engineering experience and 6 years technical experience in desired areas or
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with 2 years of experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineer I or 3 years Engineering experience in desired areas or 2 years Engineering experience and 3 years technical experience in desired areas or
  • MS Degree in a technical discipline with 2-4 years Engineering experience in desired areas or
  • PhD Degree in a technical discipline with 0-3 years Engineering experience in desired areas.

Desired Areas - One or more of the following: Process Development, Integration, Process Engineering, Manufacturing System, Product and Yield Engineering.
Required Skills/Competencies:
  • Background in Semiconductor, PV or electronic process technology, characterization, and device physics.
  • Competency in multiple device characterization techniques and ability to transfer these techniques to for use in a manufacturing setting.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Statistical Data Analysis and Design of Experiments (DOE).
  • Experience in high volume ramp and/or new tech transfer is desired.
  • Experience leading cross functional technical teams to solve problems and implement new processes and products.
  • Prior experience with thin film deposition, thermal and wet processing preferred.
  • Understanding of manufacturing engineering systems (FMEA, SPC) and structured problem-solving methods (such as DMAIC).
  • Understanding and ability to apply process characterization and robust engineering principles.
  • Strong track record of effective problem-solving, and root-cause analysis.
  • Project management experience preferred.
  • Experience using statistical software (JMP preferred).
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills.

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Participate/lead in technology start-up, transfer, and ramp activities from development site to meet yield, reliability, cost, and device performance goals.
  • Design statistical experiments and analyze results to characterize key process metrics and optimize process modules.
  • Take leadership role to establish relationships between departments and satellite sites to ensure timely communication and effective problem solving.
  • Provide engineering support for high volume manufacturing across multiple engineering departments in a global organization, working with international teams in cross functional environment.
  • Analyze data using sound statistical methodology to drive improvements and recommendations to operations of process engineering.
  • Understanding of and ability to interpret the results from physical and electrical failure analytical techniques and various compositional analysis measurements.
  • Ability to identify and implement creative solutions.
  • Ensure adherence to all safety/environmental procedures.
  • Responsible for all equipment within the stated area which includes configuration control, maintenance documents, and training.
  • Will lead vendor discussions as needed for improvement projects, and issue resolution.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:
  • Reports to Manager, Manufacturing Engineering- Finishing
  • May 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:
  • $80,700 - $115,000, Annually

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 37 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 both eyes together, 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, and a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair) for those requiring respirator use.

Office Physical Requirements:
All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. In order to best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.
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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