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Work with cross functional teams to drive technological improvements in overall equipment capability to align with overall Solar Module technology roadmap. The Equipment Engineer is responsible for supporting the full lifecycle of production equipment, from specification and design review through factory acceptance, installation, startup, and ongoing optimization.

No visa sponsorship available.Position OverviewThis role is at the heart of building and scaling solar panel production. The Equipment Engineer is responsible for supporting the full lifecycle of production equipment, from specification and design review through factory acceptance, installation, startup, and ongoing optimization. This role works closely with OEM suppliers, internal engineering teams, and operations to ensure all equipment meets performance, safety, and reliability standards. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical engineer with strong problem-solving skills and experience supporting automated or high-volume manufacturing environments. Startup mindset required: speed, ownership, and continuous optimization.Solar manufacturing experience is highly preferred or other highly automated environments.  Key ResponsibilitiesOEM & Equipment Lifecycle Management<ul><li>Act as the primary technical liaison with OEM providers for manufacturing lines. </li><li>Manage and coordinate all aspects of new equipment and process implementation, from Technical specifications through full site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and final signoff </li><li>Ensure equipment meets performance requirements, safety standards, and operational readiness prior to handoff to manufacturing. </li></ul> Equipment Integration & Startup<ul><li>Review equipment layouts, interface requirements, utilities, and integration with upstream/downstream processes. </li><li>Support installation activities, troubleshooting, and issue resolution during startup and qualification. </li><li>Develop installation plans, test protocols, and documentation needed for seamless equipment deployment. </li><li>Create scalable manufacturing processes and SOPs through analytical process development </li><li>Partner with Facility, Process, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to ensure successful integration into the production environment. </li></ul> Continuous Improvement & Support<ul><li>Drive overall safe operation of equipment </li><li>Monitor overall operational performance and work with cross functional teams to improve throughput, yield, and uptime. </li><li>Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for mechanical, electrical, automation, or performance issues. </li><li>Implement corrective actions and preventive improvements to reduce downtime and enhance reliability. </li><li>Drive development of overall Total Productive Maintenance </li><li>Maintain equipment documentation, spare parts lists, maintenance procedures, and engineering change records. </li><li>Drive proactive yield improvement, defect reduction, and cycle time optimization</li><li>Own PFMEA, control plans, and process capability </li><li>Work with cross functional teams to drive technological improvements in overall equipment capability to align with overall Solar Module technology roadmap</li></ul>  Project & Vendor Management<ul><li>Participate in vendor qualifications, equipment evaluations, and technology selection processes. </li><li>Manage vendor communication, track action items, and ensure contractual compliance. </li><li>Support budget planning, cost estimations, and capital project proposals. </li></ul> Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field. </li><li>7+ years of experience as an Equipment Engineer or similar role in a highly automated production environment. </li><li>Hands on experience with automated equipment, electromechanical systems, robotics. </li><li>Strong understanding of equipment commissioning, FAT/SAT processes, and manufacturing equipment validation. </li><li>Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, PLC interfaces, P&IDs. </li><li>Proven ability to manage OEM relationships and support complex equipment installations. </li><li>Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems. </li><li>Knowledge of safety standards, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and equipment compliance requirements. </li><li>Excellent communication, documentation, and project management abilities. </li></ul> Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience in solar manufacturing, semiconductor, automotive, or other advanced automated manufacturing industries. </li><li>Familiarity with automation controls, PLC programming concepts, or industrial networking. </li><li>Experience with CMMS systems, spare part planning, or reliability engineering methods. </li><li>Certifications such as Six Sigma Green Belt, PMP, or equivalent. </li></ul> Working Conditions<ul><li>Primarily manufacturing floor and engineering workspace. </li><li>Ability to support equipment installation during off-hours or weekends if required. </li><li>Occasional travel to OEM facilities for FAT, training, or technical reviews. </li><li>Travel up to 50% of time to other manufacturing sites. </li></ul>#LI-MG1

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Equipment Engineer

Acceptance Testing

Analysis Skills

Analytical Development

Assembly Line

Automation

Budget Management

Capital Project

Commissioning

Communication Skills

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Continuous Improvement

Corrective Action

Cost Estimates

Cross-Functional

Documentation

Electrical Engineering

Electricity

Electromechanical Systems

Engineering Change Management

Equipment Maintenance/Repair

Equipment Specification

Equipment Validation

Identify Issues

Installation Guide

Maintain Compliance

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Engineering

Manufacturing Equipment

Manufacturing/Industrial Processes

Mechanical Engineering

OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)

Performance Analysis

Problem Solving Skills

Process Capability

Process Development

Process Engineering

Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)

Process Improvement

Process Manufacturing

Production Systems

Productivity Management

Program Control

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Project/Program Management

Regulatory Compliance

Relationship Management

Reliability Engineering

Robotics

Root Cause Analysis

Safety Standards

Safety Training

Schematics

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Six Sigma Certification

Six Sigma Green Belt

Solar Power

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Startup

System Start-Up

Team Player

Test Plan/Schedule

Testing

Time Management

Total Productive Maintenance

Vendor/Supplier Management

Willing to Travel

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The Test Engineer is responsible for developing, executing, and improving test processes for test equipment used to control measure and control the quality of Solar Modules in a high volume fully automated solar manufacturing line. The Test Engineer works closely with engineering, production, quality, and maintenance teams to continually improve the product and test equipment, that ultimately drives the overall quality and performance of the product.

No visa sponsorship available.Position Summary The Test Engineer is responsible for developing, executing, and improving test processes for test equipment used to control measure and control the quality of Solar Modules in a high volume fully automated solar manufacturing line.  The Test Engineer works closely with engineering, production, quality, and maintenance teams to continually improve the product and test equipment, that ultimately drives the overall quality and performance of the product. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop, implement, and maintain test procedures, protocols, and documentation for solar module manufacturing testing equipment that ensures accurate and thorough evaluation of the product performance to company and industry standards. </li><li>Conduct functional, performance, reliability, and validation testing with manual and automated systems on solar products in a high-volume manufacturing environment. </li><li>Troubleshoot product and test equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions in collaboration with cross functional teams. </li><li>Define and drive control plans, FMEAs and OCAPs for the various test equipment and processes to ensure zero factory escapes of non-conforming products </li><li>Analyze test data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. </li><li>Ensure test equipment control plans are clearly defined with proper calibration, monitoring, SPC, standards and other tools and processes. </li><li>Support new equipment installation (IQ/OQ/PQ) and validation for robotic and automated production lines. </li><li>Optimize test stations, fixtures, and instrumentation to improve accuracy, throughput, and reliability. </li><li>Ensure proper tools/hardware, processes and training in place to allow for safe operation of all test equipment </li><li>Work with engineering teams to define test requirements for new processes, materials or product changes. </li><li>Perform debugging on robotic systems, sensors, PLCs, vision systems, and electrical control panels. </li><li>Coordinate with equipment manufacturers during equipment acceptance testing (FAT/SAT). </li><li>Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety requirements, and internal quality systems. </li><li>Maintain test records, calibration logs, and equipment documentation. </li><li>Provide technical training and guidance to technicians, engineers and operators on test procedures and equipment usage. </li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Required: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related Engineering/physical science field. </li><li>Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Test Engineer in robotics, automation, solar manufacturing, semiconductor, or comparable high tech manufacturing environments</li><li>Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills for electrical, mechanical, and software related failures.</li><li>Experience developing and executing test procedures, data capture, and analysis.</li><li>Proficiency with test and measurement.</li><li>Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and equipment validation.</li><li>Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.</li></ul>Preferred:<ul><li>Experience in solar module manufacturing or related energy/semiconductor industries. </li><li>Familiarity with MES/ERP systems and data collection tools. </li><li>Working knowledge of programming or scripting for automation or data analysis (Python, LabVIEW, PLC logic, etc.). </li><li>Experience with DOE, FMEA, SPC, and other engineering best practices. </li><li> Strong analytical and problem-solving ability </li><li> Understanding of automated manufacturing and robotics </li><li> Detail oriented with excellent documentation skills </li><li> Effective communication and Cross functional collaboration </li><li> Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities </li><li> Continuous improvement mindset </li></ul>Key Competencies Work Environment<ul><li>Onsite role in a fast paced solar manufacturing facility with advanced robotics. </li><li>Occasional offsite travel for supplier evaluations, equipment testing, or training. </li></ul>We offer a competitive salary, robust benefits, paid time off and growth opportunities.#LI-MG1

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