Equipment Engineer - Automation Controls

Job Description

GAF Energy is transforming the solar and roofing industries to generate energy from every roof. A Standard Industries company, GAF Energy works with North America's largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, GAF, to offer homeowners elegant, roof-integrated solar options through a national network of roofing partners. The company's leading product, Timberline Solar, incorporates the world's first nailable solar shingle to create an attractive, durable, and reliable solar roof. GAF Energy's products have received numerous awards and honors, including the Fast Company 2022 World Changing Ideas Award, the CES Best of Innovation Award, named The Best Solar Shingle by CNET, and an NAHB Best of IBS Award. GAF Energy develops and assembles its products in the United States at its facilities in California and Texas.

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 Director, Manufacturing Engineering, and 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.

• This person will be part of the team that is responsible for manufacturing and delivery of high-quality, high-volume photovoltaic solar technology solutions that transform 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 to improve yield and lower operational costs.

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

• Coordinate with equipment suppliers on design and qualification activities.

• Assist in troubleshooting equipment downtime.

• Troubleshoot electrical, PLC, and automation issues; assist equipment and process technicians in critical downtime events; identify and investigate root causes and suggest improvements to eliminate chronic equipment downtime issues.

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

• Create equipment maintenance instruction and train production personnel.

• Coordinate, track, and prioritizes tool maintenance to ensure maximum tool up-time; ensure that all tools are maintained per the established schedule and within specification.

• Read and follow manuals, diagrams, and schematics for equipment operations, 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 the repetitive breakdown of equipment.

• 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 Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

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

• 4+ years of PLC and automation experience in a fast-paced, continuous production environment.

• Experience with Siemens PLC is required.

• Good understanding of Industrial automation networks.

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

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

• Proficient in AutoCAD or equivalent applications.

• 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.

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.