Senior Equipment Engineer

Solar Cycle

Cedartown, Georgia

Full Time

Posted April 29, 2026

Solar Energy

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Job Description

The Sr. Equipment Controls Engineer is a senior technical leader responsible for driving manufacturing process improvements, troubleshooting complex technical issues, supporting new equipment and product launches, and mentoring engineering staff within a solar panel recycling company focused on advancing clean energy sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Drive complex engineering initiatives across manufacturing operations
Lead analysis and resolution of technical problems affecting quality, yield, reliability, or throughput
Review and approve engineering designs, process changes, and capital projects for manufacturability and scalability
Develop and maintain engineering standards, specifications, and best practices
Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and SPC methodologies
Optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce scrap, cycle time, and cost
Support root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, and deviation management
Provide technical leadership for new equipment introductions, transfers, and scale-up activities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve equipment reliability and uptime
Lead process validation, PFMEA, control plan development, and pilot builds
Manage engineering changes and ensure smooth implementation into production
Support supplier development, qualification, and technical issue resolution
Mentor and coach engineers and technicians, and lead technical training initiatives

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline
8 to 12 years of progressive engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated expertise in manufacturing processes and industrial engineering principles
Proven ability to lead complex technical projects without formal authority
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
Experience in regulated or high-reliability manufacturing environments such as automotive, aerospace, medical, or electronics
Familiarity with CAD systems (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD), ERP MRP systems, and manufacturing execution systems (MES) including Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Strong understanding of PFMEA, DFMEA, GD&T, SPC, and quality systems
Ability to influence at all organizational levels, including leadership
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Technical mastery and sound engineering judgment
Systems thinking and end-to-end process ownership
Strong proficiency with computers, typing, and Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
Operational excellence and continuous improvement mindset
Collaboration, influence, and mentoring ability
Bias for action and accountability
Safety and quality-first mentality