Engineering Jobs in Tanner Alabama

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Basic Job Functions:

Assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 2 years' experience as First Solar Master Manufacturing Technician or
• 2 years First Solar Technical Experience or 6 years technical experience in a Manufacturing setting, OR
• Associate's degree in a technical discipline with 0-3 years technical experience in a Manufacturing setting.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Safety first mindset
• Self-directed, ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Good written and oral communications skills in English. Ability to communicate on a regular basis with all levels of associates.
• Ability to perform administrative as well as technical tasks.
• Ability to read equipment schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to use analytical skills to read charts and graphs to find trends.
• General working knowledge of facilities, mechanical components, and electrical/electronic systems. Prior maintenance experience is a plus.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems on equipment in the manufacturing line.
• Prior experience or demonstrated ability to assemble FS VTD distributor and related components. Prior FS strip builder or coater tech experience is a plus.
• Ability to learn the operation, calibration, and preventative maintenance of deposition process equipment and systems.
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends, holidays as required to successfully complete projects and or resolve production equipment issues.
• Must be able to travel to First Solar or vendor locations globally on project assignments. Possible 10% annual travel / passport required.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Demonstrate good organizational and time-management skills. Assist in solving production equipment problems for critical downs and systemic issues.
• Reviews data relating to daily tool performance and attend/present in factory performance meetings as needed.
• Responsible to proactively schedule needed repairs/rebuilds based on tool performance trending data.
• Maintains effective communication with production associates, manufacturing engineers, development engineers, and vendors as required. Interface directly with internal associates and supplier representatives, as required, to complete assigned projects.
• Develops a complete understanding of area processes, equipment, and support systems.
• Develops proficiency in training of production associates, maintenance, technicians, and new engineers on operations, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of deposition process equipment and systems.
• Develops work instructions from best known methods. Develop and update internal documentation including assembly drawings, standard operating procedures, and equipment specifications.
• Responsible for day-to-day construction and inventory of production and test distributors, spare parts supply, for production and test components.
• Maintains data collection relating to distributor inventory, performance and associated product performance.
• Communicates distributor allocation to production and engineering groups for each coater.
• Ensures distributor availability for all coaters.
• Works with Engineering to identify deviations and root causes of distributor malfunctions.
• Administrates responsibility for writing service report requests, warranty RMA requests. Will routinely submit CMS white papers for equipment projects and engineering changes.
• Coordinates downtime requests, work orders, warranty, and upgrade activities with facilities, operations, and vendors.
• Coordinates support of global deposition equipment and participates in standing meetings with associates globally.
• Troubleshoots intermittent, chronic, and long-term systemic issues on all deposition equipment to reduce & eliminate unplanned downtime.
• Will plan, oversee, and execute installations of approved engineering changes.
• Responsible for performing necessary maintenance as an individual contributor when necessary.
• Responsible for identifying and recommending opportunities for cost savings.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:

• This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:

• 0 - 5%

Estimated Salary Range:

• $18.89-$26.44

US Physical Requirements:

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
• Will climb stairs or steps on a frequent basis.
• Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.
• Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Will push or pull up to 50 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
• Will push or pull up to 37 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• 20/40 vision in each eye separately and both eyes (with or without correction), the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green and peripheral vision >70 degrees is required.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection & respirators) as a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

About Diversified:

Diversified is a global leader in audio visual and media innovation, recognized for designing and building the world's most experiential environments. Our award-winning team specializes in delivering solutions for the most complex, large-scale and immersive installations. Serving a global clientele that includes major media organizations and retailers, sports and live performance venues, corporate enterprises, and government agencies, Diversified partners with clients to create spaces that bring people together and keep them coming back.

What to Expect:

At Diversified, we're on a mission to create a world without boundaries, where technology enables all people to connect and experience the moments that matter, wherever they choose to be. With clients spanning the globe and an exciting pipeline of projects across industries, Diversified offers more than just a job. We offer a career path with the flexibility to grow personally and professionally, wherever your ambitions take you.

As a Diversified associate, you'll dive headfirst into big, complex, and rewarding projects that push the boundaries of what's possible. Plus, you'll enjoy a flexible work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT AT DIVERSIFIED.

How You'll Contribute:

The AV Installation and Support Services Technician is responsible for the installation, termination, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of low-voltage cabling systems, including voice, data, and video.

Assigned to Client and works full time from onsite location responsible for Installation and then maintaining the system after installation. Will conduct Preventive Maintenance and will assist with Service Tickets as needed. Will work with REMOTE support to troubleshoot Service Tickets as required.

This role ensures all work complies with industry standards and client requirements, with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency. Technician will work onsite and will be responsible for preventive maintenance of the systems and will work with remote service technicians to address service tickets as needed.

What You'll Do:

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• Install, terminate, and test copper and fiber optic cabling for voice, data, and video systems.
  
  
• Interpret blueprints, floor plans, and wiring diagrams to determine cabling requirements and optimal routing.
  
  
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on structured cabling systems and related hardware.
  
  
• Ensure all installations comply with relevant standards.
  
  
• Document all work performed, including test results and as-built drawings using BlueBeam.
  
  
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other trades to ensure successful project completion.
  
  
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a safe, organized work environment.
  
  
• Provide technical support and guidance as needed.
  
  
• Participate in ongoing training to stay current with industry best practices and standards.
  
  
• Oversee all on-site activity on the active project job site and address any issues necessary to achieve quality and timeline standards
  
  
• Oversee all field operations and report progress, status and issues.
  
  
• Supervises the physical installation of a wide variety of technology into a wide variety of locations
  
  
• Maintains all quality control on jobsite, checking all work from subcontractors and union trades. Managing any discrepancies in our standards
  
  
• Able to read and understand functional design drawings and cable riser diagrams
  
  
• Able to complete assignments in accordance with or better than established task durations as well as estimate task durations to meet assigned deadlines. Provides daily feedback to Manager
  
  
• Able to build and wire custom panels from engineering drawings
  
  
• Advanced Fiber optic cable handling, installation termination and testing
  
  
• Responsible for tracking and maintaining toolkits, job material boxes, company vehicles and materials inventories. Keep clean, orderly and well documented
  
  
• Responsible for tracking and maintaining their personal licenses, certifications and qualifications. (Some states have specific requirements in this area)
  
  
• Maintain daily record of time worked on specific projects for timesheet entry. Maintain an activity log and a personnel log for skills to report on recommended improvements.
  
  
• Conduct routine Preventative Maintenance and logs as required.
  
  
• Work with Remote support for service tickets that require escalation.
  
  

Complexity:

This level of technician will be responsible for performing tasks on clients' jobsites with no supervision. This position is responsible for the coordination with clients, contractors and subcontractors. This position will be the key and only field technician in many situations and will be responsible for delegating work, working with remote support, and communicating with key stakeholders on behalf of the company. Requires maintaining quality control on all field work. This position requires the highest level of technical and people skills along with great communication skills.

Decision Making Authority:

This position is often alone on the job sites and requires making good judgement about decisions that need to be made. In general, the service manager, project manager and supervisor are available to answer questions, but this position is very independent and will be looked upon to make many onsite decisions on behalf of the service manager and company. This position requires good diplomacy in working with our clients and other key stakeholders on the job sites.

Physical Working Environment:

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• Work is performed in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.
  
  
• May require working in confined spaces, on ladders, lifts, or at heights.
  
  
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  
  
• Exposure to varying weather conditions and construction site hazards.
  
  

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee. The employee may be exposed to construction site conditions on a regular basis.

Employee will be responsible for their safety while on job sites and comply with all safety regulations in place by the client and Diversified. Use of PPE could be required on job sites. The employee can typically spend at least 60% of their time on their feet and be required to be mobile around the client site. The employee must have the ability to occasionally climb ladders, use stairs and lift and/or move materials up to 50 pounds in construction areas.

The individual is regularly required to use keyboards, test equipment and controls required for installation projects. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth vision. When not on construction sites, the employee will experience normal office conditions and be required to use office equipment such as computers, peripherals, etc.

Travel:

Travel by car and occasional airplane trips are required. Employee must possess a valid driver's license in their state of residence. Employee must possess a valid Passport for entry onto client site. Employee will be required to use their own vehicle and will be reimbursed for mileage at the current corporate rate. Occasional travel by airplane for out-of-town projects is required.

Safety:

Maintain and wear appropriate PPE as the job and tasks require it.

Ensure hazards are addressed and rectified in a timely manner.

What You'll Bring:

Education & Certifications:

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• High school diploma or equivalent required.
  
  

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• Must possess the E06 Limited Energy Systems License
  
  

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• OSHA 30 Certificate required
  
  
• Must have a valid US Passport.
  
  
• Must have a valid driver's license and adhere to our insurance requirements
  
  

Required Skills/Qualifications:

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• Minimum 2 years of experience in low-voltage or structured cabling installation.
  
  
• Possess advanced AV installation skills
  
  
• Familiarity with a wide range of audio, video and networking equipment
  
  
• Proficient in the use of cable testers, hand tools, and power tools.
  
  
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints.
  
  
• Must have knowledge of the following programs: Teams, Outlook, Excel, OneNote, BlueBeam/Adobe Reader
  
  
• Willingness to travel to job sites as required.
  
  
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
  
  
• Good verbal communication skills and good customer service skills
  
  
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve technical problems
  
  
• Able to work indoors/outdoors, standing, sitting and ladder use. Able to lift 50lbs.
  
  

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

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• Experience with Service Now preferred.
  
  
• Experience with Software House preferred.
  
  

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• AVIXA CTS Certification is preferred.
  
  

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• AVIXA CTS-I Certification is highly encouraged
  
  

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• Installer (Level 1 or 2), Technician, or equivalent structured cabling certification preferred.
  
  
• Additional certifications from recognized structured cabling governing bodies are a plus.
  
  

Other relevant certifications may be required or preferred based on the technology focus of the position

What We Offer:

Along with competitive compensation, you will be eligible for the following benefits:

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• Multiple medical plan options to suit your family's needs
  
  
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
  
  
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  
  
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  
  
• 401k with Employer Match
  
  
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  
  
• Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Term and Dependent Life and AD&D, and Legal Services
  
  
• Commuter Benefits
  
  
• And much more
  
  

To learn more about becoming part of the Diversified team, visit us at our career siteor email us at .

Diversified is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on job requirements, individual qualifications, merit, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We believe in fair and equitable hiring practices and strive to create an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact so we can assist you.

Our compensation ranges reflect the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The pay details below range from our lowest geographic market up to our highest geographic market. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience depending on the position offered, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

***Exciting hands-on opportunity in a dynamic plant environment.***

The Director of Manufacturing Support Operations is a key member of the plant leadership team, responsible for the performance, strategy, and execution of all support manufacturing operations—including thermoforming, injection molding, copper tubing, fabrication, and related processes.

In this highly visible role, you will lead multi-shift operations, develop high-performing teams, and partner closely with Plant Leadership to ensure production goals are met safely, efficiently, and with world-class quality. This role blends operational excellence, people leadership, and continuous improvement to drive results across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and engagement.

Operational Management (35%)

• Lead and oversee multi-shift Support Operations through senior managers, with indirect responsibility for team leaders, process technicians, and hourly operators.
• Translate plant strategy into clear, measurable objectives for each functional area and leader.
• Establish and maintain rigorous daily production management, including hour-by-hour performance tracking, scrap reduction, and quality metrics.
• Partner with the Plant Manager and leadership staff to align operations with plant-level goals.
• Ensure appropriate salaried staffing levels and regularly review headcount and capability needs.
• Drive consistent communication across shifts, functional areas, and leadership teams.
• Maintain strong technical knowledge of operations and lead escalation, root cause analysis, and corrective action for operational abnormalities.
• Champion Lean manufacturing principles and ensure adherence to the Appliance Production System, standardized work, and escalation processes.
• Lead daily production and escalation meetings; communicate key issues, risks, and performance metrics.
• Ensure process stability through standardized work, 5S discipline, and continuous improvement.

Leadership & Talent Development (35%)

• Build, lead, and develop an energized, accountable Support Operations leadership team.
• Set expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and drive performance management for salaried leaders.
• Partner with Human Resources to recruit, develop, and retain critical manufacturing talent.
• Support training, upskilling, cross-training, and succession planning initiatives.
• Champion mentoring and career development across manufacturing disciplines, including thermoforming, process improvement, and appliance manufacturing.

Safety & Compliance (20%)

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and environmental standards.
• Drive a strong safety culture through consistent adherence to LOTO, PPE, and safe work practices.
• Lead proactive safety initiatives and ensure accountability at all organizational levels.

Quality Excellence (10%)

• Develop and enforce quality standards to ensure all manufactured components meet specifications.
• Drive timely resolution of quality issues through corrective and preventive actions.
• Partner cross-functionally to continuously improve quality performance.

What you need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or technical related, or management.
• Minimum of 10 years in progressive manufacturing or technical leadership roles.
• Strong manufacturing operational background and understanding.
• Relevant experience leading multiple shifts within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, develop, grow and maintain skilled teams.
• Fluent with Lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong communication skills – will be expected to communicate to all levels of the organization (from the plant floor up to executive staff members).
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of deliverables and drive decisions based on the overall goals of the company.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with advanced thermoforming technologies, plastics manufacturing and extrusion systems.
• Strong understanding of employee relations and maintaining a positive employee relations environment.
• Experience implementing and/or operating under Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) system.

Working Conditions:

• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
• Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and hardhats.
• Work will require some weekend and/or evening work.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.