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Development Engineer Technician I at First Solar (US

Department: Technology (R&D) (Group)

Compensation

$25 – $35/hr

Location
California
Level
mid
Posted

Description

First Solar is hiring a Solar Cell Reliability Engineer to perform electrical and optical characterization and reliability testing of solar cell devices in laboratory and environmental chambers. The role includes monitoring chamber health, basic equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, data analysis, and suggesting process improvements. Candidates need relevant engineering or technical education and experience, with First Solar-specific experience accepted as an alternative. The position reports to a Development Engineer, requires up to 10% domestic travel, and offers an estimated salary of 24.56 to 34.81 USD per hour.

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