Job Summary:

What part will you play?

• GAF Energy is seeking an Equipment Engineer who will work on the installation, maintenance, and optimization of process equipment for building the next generation of building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products. You will report to the Senior Maintenance Manager and will work cross-functionally to support various types of equipment in Manufacturing. You will join a highly focused team that thrives in a start-up, fast-paced environment. You will be part of the team that is responsible for the manufacturing and delivery of high-quality, high-volume photovoltaic solar technology solutions that are transforming today’s roofs. The role will focus on creative problem-solving and collaborative work necessary to ramp products from laboratory scale to high-volume manufacturing.

What will you do?

• Research, evaluate, and recommend the selection of tools in an assigned area in order to improve yield and lower operational costs.

• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to develop and evaluate process equipment and tooling.

• Coordinate with equipment suppliers on design and qualification activities.

• Work with cross-functional teams on equipment PO generation, logistics, and installation.

• Create equipment maintenance instructions and train production personnel.

• Coordinate, track, and prioritize tool maintenance to ensure maximum tool uptime; ensure that all tools are maintained per the established schedule and within specification.

• Read and follow manuals, diagrams, and schematics for equipment operation, repairs, and maintenance.

• Respond to equipment and tool issues to resolve problems and minimize downtime.

• Develop spare part list and tool recovery plans.

• Investigate and implement corrective actions to prevent repetitive breakdowns.

• Establish process control for critical process parameters and optimize process capability.

• Validate and characterize new equipment and tools for production implementation.

• Perform root cause analysis on critical issues and resolve problems in a timely manner.

• Lead or participate in activities pertaining to workflow and process improvements.

• Develop cost reduction initiatives by effective utilization of materials and resources.

• Other duties as assigned.

What do we require from you?

• BS/MS Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or equivalent experience.

• 4+ years of relevant work experience as an equipment or maintenance engineer.

• Knowledge and ability to research, evaluate, order, install, maintain, and upgrade various types of equipment, tools, or tool sets.

• Experience working with equipment suppliers and new tool bring-up is a plus.

• Proficient in AutoCAD or equivalent applications with the ability to use AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar software programs to create schematics or drawings.

• Familiar with Tool Tracking System.

• Proven understanding of BOMs, manufacturability, process design, and improvement methodologies.

• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing expansions and ramp-ups.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external functional teams verbally, in writing, and via presentations.

• Impeccable attention to detail, a process-oriented mindset, and excellent time management skills.

• Adhere to company policies and safety requirements.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and efficient.

• Bilingual fluency in English and Mandarin is a plus, but not required.

Benefits:

1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.