Engineer- Facilities II USA

The work location for this position is to be determined and will be communicated at the time of offer. Candidates must be willing to relocate to any First Solar location. Relocation assistance may be provided where applicable.

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. 

Basic Job Functions:

1. Manage day to day operations of the entire facility (mechanical, electrical, HVAC, building operations).  This will also include overseeing building maintenance, housekeeping, landscaping, contractor work administration, and safety management. This role will receive input from various internal and external sources, working with Plant Replication, Manufacturing and Development Engineering to modify facility systems ensuring project budget and timing is met.  The successful individual will have a broad knowledge of the existing facilities, production equipment and manufacturing processes.  The Facilities Engineer II role includes working closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Corporate Facilities, Plant Replication, Site Services, and Contractors/Vendors to establish requirements and manage expectations of solution(s). The successful individual will participate in critical design reviews for new equipment and manufacturing processes.

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma and at least ten (10) years as a Facility Engineer in a Manufacturing setting or:
• Skilled Trade Electrical or Mechanical Journeyman with five (5) – seven (7) years in a Manufacturing setting or:
• Associate’s degree in a technical discipline with five (5) – seven (7) years as a Facility Engineer in a manufacturing setting or:
• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline with three (3) – five (5) years as a Facility Engineer in a manufacturing setting
• Demonstrates experience with commercial building utility power, air compressors, emergency generators, plumbing, fire detection and facility systems. Able to detect and resolve problems using professional knowledge and strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of Facilities Engineering techniques and practices.
• Knowledge of computer applications including CAD a plus.
• Demonstrates experience with equipment systems including mechanical and pneumatic/hydraulic with electrical controls. 
• Possesses good leadership in Supervisory skills.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Knowledge of building electrical, mechanical and HVAC with a strong emphasis on electrical systems.
• Knowledge of OSHA 70E Arc Flash programs
• Knowledge of facility BMS systems, access control, security, life safety, and fire systems.
• Excellent communications skills.
• A team player with the ability to work well with internal and external teams
• Proven ability to multitask in an extremely fast paced changing environment.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and supervisory skills.
• Proven knowledge of managing skilled trades in a large facility operation.
• Proven ability for create job plans and setting up Preventive Maintenance in MAXIMO or CMMS.
• Proficient in maintaining and troubleshooting General Electronics.
• Proficient in maintaining and troubleshooting General Mechanical Systems.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Ensures that all contractors and on-site vendors procured by the Facilities Manager are aware of and adhere to all Company Safety Procedures and that they signify by signing the proper documentation.
• Interfaces with other departments, contractor and supplier personnel.
• Provides input in the department budget process and audits the same to ensure that goals are met.
• Responsible for effective communications levels and fosters team building.
• Responsible for adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Identifies and recommends opportunities for cost savings.                   
• Maintains Perrysburg building and grounds facilities using applicable resources and equipment.
• Evaluates and recommends all facility-related contractors including janitorial, security, grounds/building maintenance, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Administers contracts, ensuring that the building is receiving quality service & prices according to the contra