[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All First Solar jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-solar/) · [Search jobs](/search/) First Solar · Perrysburg, OH # Engineer- Manufacturing I USA (Deposition) Perrysburg, OH, United States Full-time $68,800-$98,000 Manufacturing & Production Listed on First Solar’s official careers site. Posted October 15, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on First Solar’s careers site →](https://fa-esbv-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/1026282) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [First Solar](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-solar/) / Engineer- Manufacturing I USA (Deposition) ## Job description First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. ### Basic Job Functions Install and qualify new processing equipment. Troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues on the production line in a timely manner. These include tool down issues, yield, quality issues and identify actions to prevent repeat issues. Identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals. ### Education/Experience Candidates must meet onCandidate's 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 Understands and can apply Statistical Data Analysis Good problem solving skills. Understands metrology and measurement best practices. Good oral and written communications skills. Ability to write manufacturing documentation. Wet chemistry process experience required. ### Desired Skills Understands and can apply DOE. Understands and can apply Statistical Process Control (SPC). Understands and can apply structured problem solving (such as DMAIC). Ability to work with minimal supervision. ### General Electrical / Electronics General Mechanical Essential Responsibilities Responsible for solving day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems. Install and qualify new equipment Maintain Gauges Design and execute planned process experiments, collect and analyze data and report experimental results. Perform data collection relating to daily equipment performance and associated product performance. Interface with internal associates and supplier representatives as required to complete assigned projects. Maintain effective communication with production associates and manufacturing engineers. Develop and provide training to engineering technicians, and production associates. Identify and implement yield and product performance improvements. Develop and maintain drawings, process specifications, develop and enforce standard operating procedures. Develop and maintain process control plans. Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards - Previous heat treatment/thermal process experience. ### Reporting Relationships Reports to Manager, Manufacturing Engineering – Submodule Travel: Domestic and international travel as required. ### Estimated Salary Range $68,800-$98,000 US Physical Requirements: Manufacturing & Maintenance Physical Requirements: Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day. Will climb stairs on an occasional basis. Will exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push or pull on a seldom basis. Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on a frequent basis. Will lift up to 51 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instructions. Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis. Will push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis. Will push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis. Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis. 20/40 vision in each eye, 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) All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 15, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 18, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 3 days - Location: Perrysburg, OH, United States - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $68,800-$98,000[Apply on First Solar’s careers site →](https://fa-esbv-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/1026282) ## More jobs at First Solar ### [AI/ML Process Engineering Intern (Spring 2027)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-solar/jobs/8cdb3a46438479ab9e5e/) Perrysburg, OH, United States ### [Engineer- Manufacturing I USA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-solar/jobs/4cedee60053c3efbda45/) Perrysburg, OH, United States ### [Intern- Manufacturing Engineering - Integration (Spring 2027)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-solar/jobs/b97f3adaabb85ef9f36d/) Perrysburg, OH, United States ### [Manufacturing Engineering Intern (Fall 2026/Spring 2027)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-solar/jobs/77acb68d4aed2a715d47/) Perrysburg, OH, United States ### [Manufacturing Integration Intern (Spring 2027)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-solar/jobs/2d69f38e730abc7ea990/) Perrysburg, OH, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Manufacturing Equipment Engineer - Deposition- Semiconductor Operations](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/keysight-technologies/jobs/c63520a1229c4636e524/) Keysight Technologies · Santa Rosa, California ### [(USA) Quality Engineer - Supply Chain](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/walmart/jobs/88a760235bff2f48098f/) Walmart · United States ### [Senior Thin Films Metals Deposition Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/intel/jobs/e69a4dc6b34581ec5957/) Intel · US, Oregon, Hillsboro ### [Module Process Engineer IV - (E4) - Dielectric Deposition (CVD / ALD)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/applied-materials/jobs/4d069a8bb24d52483ce1/) Applied Materials · Boise, ID OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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