Department: Equipment
Job Title: Equipment Engineer
Place of Job in Organizational Structure: Equipment Supervisor.
Overview:This role is focused on
long-term equipment reliability, root-cause troubleshooting, machine improvement projects, KPI analysis, technical documentation, and continuous improvement within a high-volume solar manufacturing facility. The position reports to an Equipment Supervisor and serves as a technical expert within the Equipment department.
Key Responsibilities- Equipment Reliability: Lead troubleshooting, root-cause investigations, and corrective actions to resolve recurring equipment issues and improve long-term reliability.
- Performance Analysis: Monitor equipment KPIs, analyze downtime and failure trends, and implement data-driven improvements to enhance equipment efficiency.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify and execute equipment optimization projects to reduce downtime, improve productivity, and strengthen manufacturing processes.
- Technical Documentation: Develop, maintain, and standardize SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), FWPs (Formal Work Packages), and OCAPs (Out of Control Action Plans).
- Technical Support: Provide engineering expertise for complex equipment issues and support daily manufacturing operations.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Production, Process Engineering, Quality, and Equipment teams to resolve technical challenges and implement improvements.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensure equipment-related activities meet safety, quality, and operational standards while supporting audits and compliance initiatives.
Education- Bachelor's degree or Masters in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution preferred, particularly Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- Equivalent technical education and relevant hands-on experience may be considered.
Technical Skills- Manufacturing or industrial engineering experience preferred.
- Strong equipment troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in equipment performance monitoring, data collection, and KPI analysis.
- Knowledge of equipment reliability, maintenance practices, and continuous improvement.
- Experience preparing technical documentation, including SOPs, FWPs, and OCAPs.
Behavioral Competencies- Self-directed with strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize assignments and work independently.
- Effective communication and cross-functional teamwork.
- Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and accountability.
