Technician- Automation I (B Crew/PM Shift)

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. **Basic Job Functions:** The following is an entry level Automation Technician controls position where a successful candidate will be required to support manufacturing operations, assist with equipment implementation/startup, PLC/HMI programing, and troubleshooting/optimization of manufacturing processes control systems. This position directly supports a manufacturing site; the successful candidate will be assigned to a manufacturing schedule on either AM or PM crew/shift. AM shift is 6:00AM - 6:10PM. PM shift is 6:00PM - 6:10AM. This results in a rotating 36/48-hour work week schedule, which includes working every other Friday, Saturday and Sunday. **Education/Experience:** • Minimum 2 years of manufacturing equipment electrical/electronic/controls experience. • Associate/Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Robotics, Industrial Controls, or Electronic Engineering (preferred) • No Degree - Must have 5+ years verifiable experience in a related field, (i.e., Semiconductors, Automotive etc.). **Required Skills/Competencies:** • Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and set priorities. • Ability to interpret data and make reasonable conclusions to assist in trouble-shooting process. • Good understanding/knowledge of reading electrical/mechanical drawings and suggest modifications as required. • Good understanding/knowledge of manufacturing processes and safety requirements. • Demonstrated proficiency and problem-solving ability to trouble-shoot electrical/electronic control systems in manufacturing environment. • Competent in Autodesk AutoCAD drafting software to create electrical schematic and panel layouts. • Good understanding/knowledge programming/troubleshooting of Rockwell Automation Logix platform PLC’s. • Good understanding/knowledge programming/trouble-shooting Rockwell Automation Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) utilizing FactoryTalk View ME; Proface HMI experience a plus. • Good understanding troubleshooting at least two control network including ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus and/or Ethernet. • Basic understanding/knowledge of robotic systems including troubleshooting, programming, safety. • Good understanding of computer hardware/applications and the Microsoft Office family. • Basic understanding of corporate Ethernet architectures and systems. • Proficient communications skills both verbal and written. • Basic understanding of SQL Database tables/queries. • Basic understanding of data collection processes and OPC protocols. **Essential Responsibilities:** **Primary Responsibilities:** • Responsible for support of manufacturing facilities, including remote support of world-wide manufacturing facilities. • Responsible to troubleshoot, repair, problem-solve, and maintain all electrical control systems for manufacturing equipment. • Responsible to assist with coordination of new equipment installation and implementation; including of MES integration events. • Responsible for maintaining and updating of manufacturing process tool electrical drawings, ensuring the tracking of equipment changes is documented and drawings are kept current. • Responsible to implement new software changes/upgrades specified by the Controls Engineering Department • Responsible to identify, research, document and present solutions to control problems and continuous improvement projects • Responsible to interface with multiple departments within the organization. • Maintain effective communications levels and fosters team building. • Ensures adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards. **Key Competencies:** • Takes responsibility for understanding client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution. Identifies, evaluates and recommends options, implementing if required. Collaborates with, and facilitates stakeholder groups, as part of formal or informal consultancy agreements. Seeks to…