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. The Automation Technician 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. First Solar Offers: Clean, bright, climate-controlled work environment 12-hour crew schedule with 10 hours of built-in overtime each paycheck Attractive 7-day work schedule over a 2-week period (50% days off) Career Progression Tracks for technical and leadership roles Onsite amenities which include a fitness center and cafe 401k with company match Great Benefits package on day 1 Automation Technician Essential Functions & 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. Automation Technician Qualifications: 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.) Automation Technician 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