- Bachelor's Degree in mathematics, computer science, statistics with minimum 2 years of technical experience
- Master's Degree in Statistics or Data Science
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Strong understanding of inferential statistics, including Design of Experiments, modeling, clustering, time series, and other advanced statistical techniques. Expected to know when (and when not) to use a technique for a given application.
- Adept ability to manipulate - potentially unstructured - data tables, and write software to facilitate this process.
- Excellent data visualization and data storytelling skills
- Dexterity to communicate up, down and across multi-disciplinary teams with diverse technical backgrounds.
- Demonstrated ability to independently research and apply new knowledge to achieve success in analysis and coding.
- Strong programming skills in one of the following: JMP, R, Python. Knowledge of SQL is a plus.
- Some physics knowledge (electrical, current, voltage, etc.) preferred
- Experience with Microsoft environment: Windows OS, Office 365, Teams, etc.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Ensure your coworkers' safety by adhering to all health and environmental procedures.
- Provide expert guidance in the research cycle of designing experiments (DOE), modeling and interpreting the results, determining the key factors of influence, optimizing outputs, and using the statistical conclusions to guide future experiments.
- Be a go-to in-house consultant for a broad range statistical knowledge and advice
- Dig through large, complex data tables to discover new relationships and insights via data science techniques
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Develop new and improve existing software to:
- access and pre-process new and existing data sources (SQL, e.g.)
- provide basic analysis and provide accessibility of new methods
- Implement custom data solutions for engineers
- optimize or automate routine workflows
- provide a cohesive analytical package that addresses broad First Solar needs
- Research new applicable techniques, including computer vision, modeling, and image analysis
- Work with data consumers to understand their needs, point them to the right tool or make a new tool for them.
HYBRID PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift
- Will climb stairs on an occasional basis
- Will lift, push, or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis
- Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
- 20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and ability to distinguish red, yellow, and green is required
- Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
- May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
- May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards)
- All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is 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 band 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