Equipment Engineer

About Jax Power Industries: Jax Power Industries (JXP), formerly known as Jinko Solar (U.S.) Industries, Inc., is a U.S.-based solar manufacturer operating a 2 GW, 400,000-square-foot facility in Jacksonville, Florida. Originally established as a 400 MW single-line plant in 2018 and expanded to two production lines in 2024, the facility now employs more than 650 people and manufactures advanced bi-facial N-Type TOPCon solar modules. Jax Power combines advanced manufacturing technology, AI-assisted quality systems, and a skilled workforce to support the continued growth of American solar manufacturing. Department: Equipment Job Title: Equipment Engineer Place of Job in Organizational Structure: Equipment Supervisor. Overview: This role is focused on long-term equipment reliability, root-cause troubleshooting, machine improvement projects, KPI analysis, technical documentation, and continuous improvement within a high-volume solar manufacturing facility. The position reports to an Equipment Supervisor and serves as a technical expert within the Equipment department. Key Responsibilities Equipment Reliability: Lead troubleshooting, root-cause investigations, and corrective actions to resolve recurring equipment issues and improve long-term reliability. Performance Analysis: Monitor equipment KPIs, analyze downtime and failure trends, and implement data-driven improvements to enhance equipment efficiency. Continuous Improvement: Identify and execute equipment optimization projects to reduce downtime, improve productivity, and strengthen manufacturing processes. Technical Documentation: Develop, maintain, and standardize SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), FWPs (Formal Work Packages), and OCAPs (Out of Control Action Plans). Technical Support: Provide engineering expertise for complex equipment issues and support daily manufacturing operations. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Production, Process Engineering, Quality, and Equipment teams to resolve technical challenges and implement improvements. Safety & Compliance: Ensure equipment-related activities meet safety, quality, and operational standards while supporting audits and compliance initiatives. Education Bachelor's degree or Masters in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution preferred, particularly Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Equivalent technical education and relevant hands-on experience may be considered. Technical Skills Manufacturing or industrial engineering experience preferred. Strong equipment troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in equipment performance monitoring, data collection, and KPI analysis. Knowledge of equipment reliability, maintenance practices, and continuous improvement. Experience preparing technical documentation, including SOPs, FWPs, and OCAPs. Behavioral Competencies Self-directed with strong analytical and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize assignments and work independently. Effective communication and cross-functional teamwork. Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. Strong commitment to safety, quality, and accountability.