Software Engineer

First Solar is hiring a Software Engineer in Perrysburg, OH, to develop and modify software for manufacturing systems. The role involves integrating systems, providing support, troubleshooting, and collaborating with other departments. Candidates should have a Master's in IT or equivalent experience, with 4+ years in software development, particularly with Microsoft .NET technologies. Experience with manufacturing control systems and strong troubleshooting skills are required.
• *Job Summary:**

We are seeking an experienced software engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in software development and configuration of high-level software packages. They will provide escalated support for our manufacturing systems and data architectures.

Responsibilities:
• Develop new software systems and modify existing ones for First Solar's manufacturing, reliability, and R&D processes.
• Integrate shop floor systems with custom-developed and off-the-shelf solutions.
• Provide hyper care and expert-level support on global applications for manufacturing, database, and related systems.
• Assist administrators (server admins, network admins, DB admins) in troubleshooting enterprise-level problems.
• Document recurring issues and present possible solutions.
• Interface with other departments and supplier representatives.
• Exercise effective communication levels and foster team building.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.

Requirements:
• Masters degree in Information Technology with 2 years of related work experience or equivalent.
• 4+ years in either manufacturing systems or on software development teams using Microsoft .NET technologies.
• 6+ months of experience interfacing with manufacturing control systems, shop floor interface/automation systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), or OPC data transfer.
• Strong skills in troubleshooting and programming software solutions based on multi-tiered architecture.
• Experience with AngularJS and SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) is preferred.
• Proven experience with software development life cycle, Agile teams, change management process, and version control packages.

Competencies:
• Analytical activities and delivers analysis outputs.
• Maintains knowledge of specific technical specialists and provides detailed advice regarding their application.
• Builds on and refines appropriate outline ideas for research and uses available resources to gain an up-to-date knowledge of any relevant IT field.
• Maintains awareness of opportunities provided by new technology to address challenges or to enable new ways of working.
• Provides expertise and support on use of methods and tools.

About Us:

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