First Solar
Industry: Semiconductor manufacturing company
DescriptionFirst Solar, Inc. is an American photovoltaic manufacturer of rigid thin film modules, or solar panels, and a provider of utility-scale PV power plants and supporting services that include finance, construction, maintenance and end-of-life panel recycling. Revenue: 3.58 billion USD (2015) Headquarters: Tempe, Arizona, United States CEO: Mark R. Widmar (1 Jul 2016–) Subsidiaries: First Solar GmbH, First Solar Holdings GmbH,
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First Solar Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Jonathan Mailoa Jonathan Mailoa's First Solar Experience May 2015 - August 2015
Job Research Intern at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
MIT Photovoltaics Laboratory January 2012 - Present
First Solar May 2015 - August 2015
Robert Bosch June 2011 - December 2011
Robert Bosch June 2010 - September 2010
MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory June 2009 - August 2009
MIT Research Laboratory of Electronics January 2009 - August 2009
Harvard Lyman Laboratory of Physics December 2007 - January 2009
Skills
Experimentation, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Matlab, Numerical Simulation, System Automation, Solar Cells, Simulations, Research, Photovoltaics, Algorithms, R, Thin Films, Python, Electronics, Labview, Nanotechnology, Solar Energy, Data Analysis, LabVIEW
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2012 — 2016
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2011 — 2012
Master of Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences, Physics
MIT Photovoltaics Laboratory January 2012 - Present
First Solar May 2015 - August 2015
Robert Bosch June 2011 - December 2011
Robert Bosch June 2010 - September 2010
MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory June 2009 - August 2009
MIT Research Laboratory of Electronics January 2009 - August 2009
Harvard Lyman Laboratory of Physics December 2007 - January 2009
Skills
Experimentation, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Matlab, Numerical Simulation, System Automation, Solar Cells, Simulations, Research, Photovoltaics, Algorithms, R, Thin Films, Python, Electronics, Labview, Nanotechnology, Solar Energy, Data Analysis, LabVIEW
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2012 — 2016
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2011 — 2012
Master of Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences, Physics
Derek Poole Derek Poole's First Solar Experience June 2013 - Present
Job Technician Reliability &Test Engineer II at First Solar
Industry Utilities
Experience
First Solar June 2013 - Present
First Solar September 2011 - June 2013
Marnell Corrao Associates August 2004 - February 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Research, Windows, Outlook, Photoshop, Teaching, HTML, Public Speaking, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Editing, C, Java, Team Building, Construction Management, Project Management, Subcontracting, Construction, Contract Management
Education
Weber State University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BS), Selling Skills and Sales Operations
Oregon State University 1995 — 1996
None, General Studies
First Solar June 2013 - Present
First Solar September 2011 - June 2013
Marnell Corrao Associates August 2004 - February 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Research, Windows, Outlook, Photoshop, Teaching, HTML, Public Speaking, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Editing, C, Java, Team Building, Construction Management, Project Management, Subcontracting, Construction, Contract Management
Education
Weber State University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BS), Selling Skills and Sales Operations
Oregon State University 1995 — 1996
None, General Studies
April Spangler April Spangler's First Solar Experience March 2012 - Present
Job HR Specialist II at First Solar
Industry Human Resources
Experience
First Solar March 2012 - Present
First Solar June 2011 - July 2012
First Solar 2009 - 2011
First Solar 2008 - 2009
Alex Products, Inc. 2006 - 2008
Alex Products, Inc. 2004 - 2006
Alex Products, Inc. 2000 - 2004
Alex Products, Inc. 1999 - 2000
Skills
Career Counseling, Career Development, Talent Acquisition, Interviewing, Interviewing Preparation, Interview Coaching, Conducting Interviews, Job Fairs, Applicant Tracking..., Human Resources, Benefits Administration, College Recruiting, Deferred Compensation, Employee Relations, HRIS, Interviews, Job Coaching, Onboarding, Personnel Management, Recruiting, Talent Management, Technical Recruiting, Temporary Placement
Education
Owens Community College
Business
First Solar March 2012 - Present
First Solar June 2011 - July 2012
First Solar 2009 - 2011
First Solar 2008 - 2009
Alex Products, Inc. 2006 - 2008
Alex Products, Inc. 2004 - 2006
Alex Products, Inc. 2000 - 2004
Alex Products, Inc. 1999 - 2000
Skills
Career Counseling, Career Development, Talent Acquisition, Interviewing, Interviewing Preparation, Interview Coaching, Conducting Interviews, Job Fairs, Applicant Tracking..., Human Resources, Benefits Administration, College Recruiting, Deferred Compensation, Employee Relations, HRIS, Interviews, Job Coaching, Onboarding, Personnel Management, Recruiting, Talent Management, Technical Recruiting, Temporary Placement
Education
Owens Community College
Business
Trisha Anderson, CTSM Trisha Anderson, CTSM's First Solar Experience June 2010 - Present
Job Manager Marketing Americas/Global Events First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar June 2010 - Present
First Solar June 2009 - Present
First Solar June 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Energy, Event Management, Project Management, Solar Energy, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Photovoltaics, Budgets, Event Planning
Education
CTSM 2011 — 2013
CTSM Certification
Newbury College
A.A, Culinary Arts
Newbury College
A.A.S, Food and Restaurant Management
Mesa Community College
A.A, General Studies
First Solar June 2010 - Present
First Solar June 2009 - Present
First Solar June 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Energy, Event Management, Project Management, Solar Energy, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Photovoltaics, Budgets, Event Planning
Education
CTSM 2011 — 2013
CTSM Certification
Newbury College
A.A, Culinary Arts
Newbury College
A.A.S, Food and Restaurant Management
Mesa Community College
A.A, General Studies
John Wayne Rejebian, P.E.'s First Solar Experience July 2014 - Present
Job Project Development Engineer at First Solar
Industry Civil Engineering
Experience
First Solar July 2014 - Present
Skills
Civil Engineering, Construction, InRoads, Microstation, Bridge, Structural Engineering, Highways, Structural Analysis, Steel Structures, Drainage, Construction Safety, Foundation Design, CAD, Construction Management, Transportation..., Concrete, Retaining Walls, MicroStation, Engineering, Feasibility Studies
Education
Northern Arizona University 2002 — 2007
Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mathematics, Theater
University College London, U. of London 2005 — 2006
First Solar July 2014 - Present
Skills
Civil Engineering, Construction, InRoads, Microstation, Bridge, Structural Engineering, Highways, Structural Analysis, Steel Structures, Drainage, Construction Safety, Foundation Design, CAD, Construction Management, Transportation..., Concrete, Retaining Walls, MicroStation, Engineering, Feasibility Studies
Education
Northern Arizona University 2002 — 2007
Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mathematics, Theater
University College London, U. of London 2005 — 2006
Prateek Pandey Prateek Pandey's First Solar Experience June 2011 - July 2012
Job Project Engineer Parker Hannifin
Industry Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Experience
Parker Hannifin December 2014 - Present
Boulder Wind Power June 2012 - June 2014
First Solar June 2011 - July 2012
Princeton Power Systems September 2010 - October 2011
Polytechnic Institute of NYU Fall 2010 September 2010 - December 2010
Alstom Power June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Matlab, C, Altium Designer, Visio, Microsoft Office, Power Electronics, Power Quality, Power Systems, Power Supplies, Power Supply Design, Inverters, Simulations, PSpice, Circuit Design, Electricians, Manufacturing, Electronics, Engineering, PLC
Education
Polytechnic Institute of NYU 2009 — 2011
Master of Science, Power Engineering
Polytechnic University 2009 — 2011
MS, Electrical Engineering
Sinhgad Institute of Technology Lonavala, University of Pune 2004 — 2008
Bachelor, Electrical and electronics Engineering
University of Pune 2004 — 2008
BE, Electronics and telecommunication engineering
Parker Hannifin December 2014 - Present
Boulder Wind Power June 2012 - June 2014
First Solar June 2011 - July 2012
Princeton Power Systems September 2010 - October 2011
Polytechnic Institute of NYU Fall 2010 September 2010 - December 2010
Alstom Power June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Matlab, C, Altium Designer, Visio, Microsoft Office, Power Electronics, Power Quality, Power Systems, Power Supplies, Power Supply Design, Inverters, Simulations, PSpice, Circuit Design, Electricians, Manufacturing, Electronics, Engineering, PLC
Education
Polytechnic Institute of NYU 2009 — 2011
Master of Science, Power Engineering
Polytechnic University 2009 — 2011
MS, Electrical Engineering
Sinhgad Institute of Technology Lonavala, University of Pune 2004 — 2008
Bachelor, Electrical and electronics Engineering
University of Pune 2004 — 2008
BE, Electronics and telecommunication engineering
Melissa Hultstrand's First Solar Experience August 2015 - Present
Job EPC Operations Planner at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar August 2015 - Present
ClearCall Solutions March 2015 - August 2015
ClearCall Solutions December 2013 - March 2015
ClearCall Solutions June 2013 - December 2013
Mesa Contemporary Arts May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Writing, Organization, Close Attention to..., Positive Can-do Attitude, Creative Writing, PowerPoint, Marketing, Facebook, Advertising, Event Planning, Time Management, Marketing Strategy, Teamwork, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Social Media
Education
Montana State University-Bozeman 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing, Small Business Management
Mesquite High School 2005 — 2009
First Solar August 2015 - Present
ClearCall Solutions March 2015 - August 2015
ClearCall Solutions December 2013 - March 2015
ClearCall Solutions June 2013 - December 2013
Mesa Contemporary Arts May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Writing, Organization, Close Attention to..., Positive Can-do Attitude, Creative Writing, PowerPoint, Marketing, Facebook, Advertising, Event Planning, Time Management, Marketing Strategy, Teamwork, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Social Media
Education
Montana State University-Bozeman 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing, Small Business Management
Mesquite High School 2005 — 2009
Chad Charman Chad Charman's First Solar Experience 2010 - 2011
Job Vertech Industrial Systems, LLC.
Industry Industrial Automation
Experience
Vertech Industrial Systems, LLC March 2010 - Present
First Solar 2010 - 2011
Wunderlich-Malec Engineering 2007 - 2010
Tegron, LLC 2001 - 2007
Skills
Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Design, Automation, PLC Programming, PLC, Commissioning, SCADA, Process Control, Engineering, Instrumentation, Electricians, HMIs, Programming, Industrial Control, Process Automation
Education
Mesa Community College 2004 — 2004
Certificate of Completion in PLC Programming & Troubleshooting, Automation Engineer Technology/Technician
University of Advancing Technology 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Science, Civil/Architecture
Vertech Industrial Systems, LLC March 2010 - Present
First Solar 2010 - 2011
Wunderlich-Malec Engineering 2007 - 2010
Tegron, LLC 2001 - 2007
Skills
Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Design, Automation, PLC Programming, PLC, Commissioning, SCADA, Process Control, Engineering, Instrumentation, Electricians, HMIs, Programming, Industrial Control, Process Automation
Education
Mesa Community College 2004 — 2004
Certificate of Completion in PLC Programming & Troubleshooting, Automation Engineer Technology/Technician
University of Advancing Technology 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Science, Civil/Architecture
Jay Soltis Jay Soltis's First Solar Experience November 2011 - December 2013
Job Facilities Engineer at GT Advanced Technologies
Industry Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Experience
GT Advanced Technologies December 2013 - Present
First Solar November 2011 - December 2013
Dignity Healthcare Corporate Office And Data Center May 2003 - September 2010
Intel January 1995 - January 2002
SCOTTSDALE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL January 1993 - January 1995
BOEING/McDONNELL DOUGLAS HELICOPTER January 1984 - January 1993
Skills
Facilities Management, Project Management, Budgets, Project Planning, Construction, Vendor Management, Program Management, Training, Process Scheduler, Management, Negotiation, Human Resources, Customer Satisfaction, Security, Leadership, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Operations Management
Education
Western International University 1989 — 1991
Bachelor of Science Degree, Management
Mesa Community College 1987 — 1989
Associate of Science Degree, Management
GT Advanced Technologies December 2013 - Present
First Solar November 2011 - December 2013
Dignity Healthcare Corporate Office And Data Center May 2003 - September 2010
Intel January 1995 - January 2002
SCOTTSDALE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL January 1993 - January 1995
BOEING/McDONNELL DOUGLAS HELICOPTER January 1984 - January 1993
Skills
Facilities Management, Project Management, Budgets, Project Planning, Construction, Vendor Management, Program Management, Training, Process Scheduler, Management, Negotiation, Human Resources, Customer Satisfaction, Security, Leadership, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Operations Management
Education
Western International University 1989 — 1991
Bachelor of Science Degree, Management
Mesa Community College 1987 — 1989
Associate of Science Degree, Management
Patrick Riley Patrick Riley's First Solar Experience March 2008 - September 2013
Job Project Manager at SunEdison
Industry Construction
Experience
SunEdison July 2015 - Present
Blue Earth Solar (division of Blue Earth, Inc.) May 2014 - July 2015
Chevron Energy Solutions September 2013 - May 2014
First Solar March 2008 - September 2013
Skills
Construction Management, Photovoltaics, Construction Safety, Construction, Contract Management, Renewable Energy, Accident Investigation, Occupational Health, EPC, Inspection, Power Plants, Fall Protection, Behavior Based Safety, Safety Management..., CPM Scheduling, Supervisory Skills, Pre-construction, Power Generation, Industrial Safety, Energy, EHS, Contractors, Subcontracting, OSHA 10, Environmental Awareness, Change Orders, Factory, Green Building, Value Engineering, Feasibility Studies, Process Scheduler, Project Control, Project Estimation, Construction Site..., OSHA 30-Hour, Project Bidding, Project Engineering, Constructability, Commissioning, Solar PV, Alternative Energy, Blueprint Reading, Cost Control, Design-Build, RFI, Primavera P6, Energy Efficiency, Electricians, LEED, Solar Energy
Education
Orange Coast College
AA, Architecture
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Architecture and Construction Management
SunEdison July 2015 - Present
Blue Earth Solar (division of Blue Earth, Inc.) May 2014 - July 2015
Chevron Energy Solutions September 2013 - May 2014
First Solar March 2008 - September 2013
Skills
Construction Management, Photovoltaics, Construction Safety, Construction, Contract Management, Renewable Energy, Accident Investigation, Occupational Health, EPC, Inspection, Power Plants, Fall Protection, Behavior Based Safety, Safety Management..., CPM Scheduling, Supervisory Skills, Pre-construction, Power Generation, Industrial Safety, Energy, EHS, Contractors, Subcontracting, OSHA 10, Environmental Awareness, Change Orders, Factory, Green Building, Value Engineering, Feasibility Studies, Process Scheduler, Project Control, Project Estimation, Construction Site..., OSHA 30-Hour, Project Bidding, Project Engineering, Constructability, Commissioning, Solar PV, Alternative Energy, Blueprint Reading, Cost Control, Design-Build, RFI, Primavera P6, Energy Efficiency, Electricians, LEED, Solar Energy
Education
Orange Coast College
AA, Architecture
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Architecture and Construction Management
Nicholas Strevel's First Solar Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Sr. Manager Module Technology at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar September 2014 - Present
First Solar September 2012 - September 2014
First Solar June 2011 - September 2012
United Solar Ovonic November 2008 - June 2011
United Solar Ovonic 2006 - 2008
Skills
Thin Fim Photovoltaics, Photovoltaic..., PV System Design, Semiconductor..., Photovoltaics, PV, Solar Energy, Thin Films, Alternative Energy, Renewable Energy, Manufacturing, Energy, Cleantech, Design of Experiments, Process Engineering, Smart Grid, Solar PV, Solar Thermal, Continuous Improvement, Energy Efficiency, Semiconductors, Materials Science, Six Sigma, Engineering
Education
Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule Aachen 2006 — 2006
Mechanical Engineering, Alternative Energy
Michigan State University 2002 — 2006
BS ME, Mechanical Engineering
First Solar September 2014 - Present
First Solar September 2012 - September 2014
First Solar June 2011 - September 2012
United Solar Ovonic November 2008 - June 2011
United Solar Ovonic 2006 - 2008
Skills
Thin Fim Photovoltaics, Photovoltaic..., PV System Design, Semiconductor..., Photovoltaics, PV, Solar Energy, Thin Films, Alternative Energy, Renewable Energy, Manufacturing, Energy, Cleantech, Design of Experiments, Process Engineering, Smart Grid, Solar PV, Solar Thermal, Continuous Improvement, Energy Efficiency, Semiconductors, Materials Science, Six Sigma, Engineering
Education
Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule Aachen 2006 — 2006
Mechanical Engineering, Alternative Energy
Michigan State University 2002 — 2006
BS ME, Mechanical Engineering
James Cappa James Cappa's First Solar Experience January 2009 - May 2012
Job Consultant Geologist
Industry Mining & Metals
Experience
Self-employed August 2012 - December 2013
First Solar January 2009 - May 2012
Ur Energy August 2007 - December 2008
Colorado Geological Survey August 1991 - July 2007
Nassua Ltd. June 1991 - July 1991
FMC Gold Co. April 1981 - January 1991
Houston International Minerals Company January 1977 - April 1981
Amoco Oil Co. September 1975 - January 1977
Watts, Griffis, and McQuat May 1974 - September 1974
U.S. Forest Service January 1972 - January 1973
Skills
Mineral exploration,..., Project management,..., Geology, Mining, Base Metals, Geological Mapping, Mineral Exploration, Minerals, Gold, Sampling, Geophysics, Copper, Coal, Nickel, Structural Geology, Geochemistry, Earth Science
Education
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology 1973 — 1975
Master of Science (MS), Geology
University of California, Santa Barbara 1963 — 1967
Bachelor's degree, Geology
Self-employed August 2012 - December 2013
First Solar January 2009 - May 2012
Ur Energy August 2007 - December 2008
Colorado Geological Survey August 1991 - July 2007
Nassua Ltd. June 1991 - July 1991
FMC Gold Co. April 1981 - January 1991
Houston International Minerals Company January 1977 - April 1981
Amoco Oil Co. September 1975 - January 1977
Watts, Griffis, and McQuat May 1974 - September 1974
U.S. Forest Service January 1972 - January 1973
Skills
Mineral exploration,..., Project management,..., Geology, Mining, Base Metals, Geological Mapping, Mineral Exploration, Minerals, Gold, Sampling, Geophysics, Copper, Coal, Nickel, Structural Geology, Geochemistry, Earth Science
Education
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology 1973 — 1975
Master of Science (MS), Geology
University of California, Santa Barbara 1963 — 1967
Bachelor's degree, Geology
Esworth Carty Esworth Carty's First Solar Experience December 2014 - Present
Job Field Service Technician at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar December 2014 - Present
US Navy November 2012 - November 2014
US Navy November 2012 - November 2014
US Navy January 1991 - November 2014
Skills
Military, Navy, Military Operations, Military Experience, Security Clearance, Operational Planning, DoD, National Security, Military Training, Defense, Microsoft Word, Testing, Troubleshooting, Calibration, Information Assurance, Program Management
Education
DeVry University, Greater San Diego Area 2015 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Business Management
Naval Training Center 1991 — 1991
Northeastern University 1984 — 1985
First Solar December 2014 - Present
US Navy November 2012 - November 2014
US Navy November 2012 - November 2014
US Navy January 1991 - November 2014
Skills
Military, Navy, Military Operations, Military Experience, Security Clearance, Operational Planning, DoD, National Security, Military Training, Defense, Microsoft Word, Testing, Troubleshooting, Calibration, Information Assurance, Program Management
Education
DeVry University, Greater San Diego Area 2015 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Business Management
Naval Training Center 1991 — 1991
Northeastern University 1984 — 1985
Eric Taylor Eric Taylor's First Solar Experience March 2011 - May 2012
Job Talent Acquisition Manager at STV
Industry Human Resources
Experience
STV October 2014 - Present
ARCADIS U.S. March 2013 - October 2014
Blockbuster November 2012 - March 2013
ATCO Electric April 2012 - November 2012
First Solar March 2011 - May 2012
Kelly Engineering Resources May 2009 - March 2011
EPCglobal October 2007 - February 2009
Kelly Engineering Resources July 2005 - October 2007
Pearl Development Company 2004 - 2005
Skills
Applicant Tracking..., Temporary Placement, Human Resources, Recruiting, Sales, Networking, Onboarding, Technical Recruiting, Talent Management, Benefits Negotiation, Engineering, Sourcing, Recruitment Advertising, Management, Time Management, Contract Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Internet Recruiting, Project Management, Training, College Recruiting, HRIS, Teamwork, Interviews, Screening, Employee Relations, Screening Resumes, Staffing Services, Personnel Management, Leadership, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Employee Benefits, Executive Search, Hiring, Employee Engagement, Team Building, New Hire Orientations, Permanent Placement, Temporary Staffing, Deferred Compensation, HR Policies
Education
Metropolitan State University of Denver 1997 — 2000
BA, Business/Hospitality
STV October 2014 - Present
ARCADIS U.S. March 2013 - October 2014
Blockbuster November 2012 - March 2013
ATCO Electric April 2012 - November 2012
First Solar March 2011 - May 2012
Kelly Engineering Resources May 2009 - March 2011
EPCglobal October 2007 - February 2009
Kelly Engineering Resources July 2005 - October 2007
Pearl Development Company 2004 - 2005
Skills
Applicant Tracking..., Temporary Placement, Human Resources, Recruiting, Sales, Networking, Onboarding, Technical Recruiting, Talent Management, Benefits Negotiation, Engineering, Sourcing, Recruitment Advertising, Management, Time Management, Contract Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Internet Recruiting, Project Management, Training, College Recruiting, HRIS, Teamwork, Interviews, Screening, Employee Relations, Screening Resumes, Staffing Services, Personnel Management, Leadership, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Employee Benefits, Executive Search, Hiring, Employee Engagement, Team Building, New Hire Orientations, Permanent Placement, Temporary Staffing, Deferred Compensation, HR Policies
Education
Metropolitan State University of Denver 1997 — 2000
BA, Business/Hospitality
Jerry Mannor Jerry Mannor's First Solar Experience March 2012 - October 2014
Job Development Engineer at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar March 2012 - October 2014
First Solar November 2007 - March 2012
Monroe Co. KOA 1997 - 2007
Skills
Engineering, Testing, Chemical Engineering, Design of Experiments, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Materials Science, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Project Management, Material Analysis, Supervisory Skills, Budgeting, Microsoft Project, JMP, SAP, Crystal Reports, ICP-MS, WDXRF, XRF, FMEA, Engineering Management, Process Simulation, Six Sigma, SPC, R&D, Matlab, Process Engineering
Education
Michigan Technological University 2001 — 2006
Bachelors of Science, Chemical Engineering
First Solar March 2012 - October 2014
First Solar November 2007 - March 2012
Monroe Co. KOA 1997 - 2007
Skills
Engineering, Testing, Chemical Engineering, Design of Experiments, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Materials Science, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Project Management, Material Analysis, Supervisory Skills, Budgeting, Microsoft Project, JMP, SAP, Crystal Reports, ICP-MS, WDXRF, XRF, FMEA, Engineering Management, Process Simulation, Six Sigma, SPC, R&D, Matlab, Process Engineering
Education
Michigan Technological University 2001 — 2006
Bachelors of Science, Chemical Engineering
Ryan Buse Ryan Buse's First Solar Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Intermodal Logistics Coordinator at J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.
Industry Logistics and Supply Chain
Experience
J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. August 2015 - Present
JB Hunt Transport Services, Inc. January 2013 - August 2015
Target Corporation June 2007 - December 2012
First Solar May 2012 - August 2012
Target Corporation December 2006 - July 2011
Target Corporation February 2007 - June 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Loss Prevention, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Cashiering, Merchandising, Retail, Distribution Center..., Visual Merchandising, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Logistics, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Forklift Operator, Teamwork, Shipping, Data Entry, PowerPoint, Leadership, Supply Chain, Procurement, Management, Analysis
Education
W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Supply Chain Management
Mesa Community College 2006 — 2008
Economics, Marketing
J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. August 2015 - Present
JB Hunt Transport Services, Inc. January 2013 - August 2015
Target Corporation June 2007 - December 2012
First Solar May 2012 - August 2012
Target Corporation December 2006 - July 2011
Target Corporation February 2007 - June 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Loss Prevention, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Cashiering, Merchandising, Retail, Distribution Center..., Visual Merchandising, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Logistics, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Forklift Operator, Teamwork, Shipping, Data Entry, PowerPoint, Leadership, Supply Chain, Procurement, Management, Analysis
Education
W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Supply Chain Management
Mesa Community College 2006 — 2008
Economics, Marketing
Stepheny Starace Stepheny Starace's First Solar Experience March 2014 - Present
Job Product Management Program Manager at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar March 2014 - Present
StarAce Vacations August 2013 - Present
First Solar September 2010 - March 2014
First Solar September 2005 - September 2010
AGL Resources (fka NUI Corp) March 2003 - December 2004
AGL Resources (fka NUI Corp) March 2002 - March 2003
NUI Corporation August 1998 - March 2002
Elizabethtown Gas, NUI Corporation January 1994 - August 1998
Elizabethtown Gas, NUI Corporation July 1990 - January 1994
Skills
Budgets, Analysis, Administrative..., Management, Training, Project Planning, Renewable Energy, Energy, Project Management, PowerPoint, Outlook, Contract Management, SAP, Microsoft Excel, Photovoltaics, Administration, Contract Negotiation, Logistics, Alternative Energy, Solar Energy, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Accounting, Procurement, Process Improvement, Policy, Event Management, Payroll, Team Building, Leadership, Construction, Marketing, Program Management, Supervisory Skills, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Product Management, Administrative...
Education
Middlesex County College 1985 — 1987
First Solar March 2014 - Present
StarAce Vacations August 2013 - Present
First Solar September 2010 - March 2014
First Solar September 2005 - September 2010
AGL Resources (fka NUI Corp) March 2003 - December 2004
AGL Resources (fka NUI Corp) March 2002 - March 2003
NUI Corporation August 1998 - March 2002
Elizabethtown Gas, NUI Corporation January 1994 - August 1998
Elizabethtown Gas, NUI Corporation July 1990 - January 1994
Skills
Budgets, Analysis, Administrative..., Management, Training, Project Planning, Renewable Energy, Energy, Project Management, PowerPoint, Outlook, Contract Management, SAP, Microsoft Excel, Photovoltaics, Administration, Contract Negotiation, Logistics, Alternative Energy, Solar Energy, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Accounting, Procurement, Process Improvement, Policy, Event Management, Payroll, Team Building, Leadership, Construction, Marketing, Program Management, Supervisory Skills, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Product Management, Administrative...
Education
Middlesex County College 1985 — 1987
Friedrich Hoffmann III Friedrich Hoffmann III's First Solar Experience November 2011 - Present
Job Engineering Associate at First Solar
Industry Semiconductors
Experience
First Solar November 2011 - Present
Skills
Materials Science, Chemical Process..., Photovoltaics, Metrology, Product Development, Solar PV, Processes Development, JMP, Microsoft SQL Server, Manufacturing..., Chemical Engineering, Scripting, Data Analysis, Overseas Experience, R&D, Renewable Energy, Thin Films, Matlab, Process Simulation, Nanotechnology
Education
Ohio University 2007 — 2011
B.S., Chemical Engineering
First Solar November 2011 - Present
Skills
Materials Science, Chemical Process..., Photovoltaics, Metrology, Product Development, Solar PV, Processes Development, JMP, Microsoft SQL Server, Manufacturing..., Chemical Engineering, Scripting, Data Analysis, Overseas Experience, R&D, Renewable Energy, Thin Films, Matlab, Process Simulation, Nanotechnology
Education
Ohio University 2007 — 2011
B.S., Chemical Engineering
Daniel Burgard Daniel Burgard's First Solar Experience April 2008 - Present
Job Project Engineer at First Solar | Program Management | Equipment and Product Development | R&D
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar April 2008 - Present
CK Technologies, LLC April 2004 - June 2007
ITT Automotive November 2002 - December 2003
Lear Corporation March 1998 - October 2002
Kelsey-Hayes Corporation February 1994 - March 1998
Skills
Engineering Management, Process Engineering, Design of Experiments, Project Management, Automotive, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Plant Layout
Education
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering
Northwest State Community College
Associate of Applied Science, Electrical Engineering Technology
The University of Findlay
Coursework in Environmental, Safety and Health Management
First Solar April 2008 - Present
CK Technologies, LLC April 2004 - June 2007
ITT Automotive November 2002 - December 2003
Lear Corporation March 1998 - October 2002
Kelsey-Hayes Corporation February 1994 - March 1998
Skills
Engineering Management, Process Engineering, Design of Experiments, Project Management, Automotive, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Plant Layout
Education
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering
Northwest State Community College
Associate of Applied Science, Electrical Engineering Technology
The University of Findlay
Coursework in Environmental, Safety and Health Management
Kevin Willis's First Solar Experience May 2013 - Present
Job Manager, Operations Cost S&OP at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar May 2013 - Present
First Solar May 2012 - April 2013
First Solar February 2007 - December 2012
GRAHAM PACKAGING 1994 - 2007
Owens Illinois 1998 - 2004
Continental PET 1994 - 1999
Skills
Solar Energy, Plastics Industry, Corporate FP&A, Capital Budgeting, Production Budgeting, Corporate Budgeting, Account Management, Cost Accounting, Tax Accounting, Fixed Asset Depreciation, SAP, SAP BPC, Hyperion Enterprise, DAX, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain..., Change Management, Project Management, Situational Leadership, Team Leadership, Cross Functional..., Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, Financial Controlling, Controllership Functions, Project Accounting, Lean Management, Inventory Control, Logistics Management, Lean Manufacturing, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Budgets, Rapid Response, Management, Project Planning, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Finance, Leadership, Strategic Financial..., Contract Negotiation, Forecasting
Education
Thomas More College 1999 — 2001
MBA, GENERAL MBA
Morehead State University 1990 — 1993
BBA, Accounting
First Solar May 2013 - Present
First Solar May 2012 - April 2013
First Solar February 2007 - December 2012
GRAHAM PACKAGING 1994 - 2007
Owens Illinois 1998 - 2004
Continental PET 1994 - 1999
Skills
Solar Energy, Plastics Industry, Corporate FP&A, Capital Budgeting, Production Budgeting, Corporate Budgeting, Account Management, Cost Accounting, Tax Accounting, Fixed Asset Depreciation, SAP, SAP BPC, Hyperion Enterprise, DAX, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain..., Change Management, Project Management, Situational Leadership, Team Leadership, Cross Functional..., Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, Financial Controlling, Controllership Functions, Project Accounting, Lean Management, Inventory Control, Logistics Management, Lean Manufacturing, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Budgets, Rapid Response, Management, Project Planning, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Finance, Leadership, Strategic Financial..., Contract Negotiation, Forecasting
Education
Thomas More College 1999 — 2001
MBA, GENERAL MBA
Morehead State University 1990 — 1993
BBA, Accounting
Michael Moniuszko Michael Moniuszko's First Solar Experience April 2011 - April 2012
Job Sr. Project Manager at Ceco Concrete Construction L.L.C.
Industry Construction
Experience
Ceco Concrete Construction L.L.C. December 2013 - Present
H&S International August 2013 - December 2013
The Renaissance Companies April 2012 - July 2013
First Solar April 2011 - April 2012
The Renaissance Companies August 2010 - April 2011
RED Development February 2008 - June 2010
Opus West Corporation February 2006 - February 2009
McShane Construction Corporation February 2007 - February 2008
The Weitz Company August 2003 - February 2005
Deutsch Associates 1996 - 2003
Skills
Construction, LEED, Subcontracting, MS Project, Contractors, Concrete, Procurement, Pre-construction, Process Scheduler, Project Planning, Construction Management, Value Engineering, Change Orders, Engineering, Project Management, Tenant Improvement, EPC, Project Estimation, Suretrack, Solar PV, Renewable Energy, Entitlements, CPM Scheduling, Estimates, Project Bidding, Constructability, Road, Mixed-use, Contract Management, Submittals, LEED AP, Design-Build, Primavera P6, Cost Control, Green Building, Feasibility Studies, Renovation, Water, Land Development, Site Development
Education
Michigan Technological University 1980 — 1986
BS Civil Engineering, Heavy & Highway Construction
Ceco Concrete Construction L.L.C. December 2013 - Present
H&S International August 2013 - December 2013
The Renaissance Companies April 2012 - July 2013
First Solar April 2011 - April 2012
The Renaissance Companies August 2010 - April 2011
RED Development February 2008 - June 2010
Opus West Corporation February 2006 - February 2009
McShane Construction Corporation February 2007 - February 2008
The Weitz Company August 2003 - February 2005
Deutsch Associates 1996 - 2003
Skills
Construction, LEED, Subcontracting, MS Project, Contractors, Concrete, Procurement, Pre-construction, Process Scheduler, Project Planning, Construction Management, Value Engineering, Change Orders, Engineering, Project Management, Tenant Improvement, EPC, Project Estimation, Suretrack, Solar PV, Renewable Energy, Entitlements, CPM Scheduling, Estimates, Project Bidding, Constructability, Road, Mixed-use, Contract Management, Submittals, LEED AP, Design-Build, Primavera P6, Cost Control, Green Building, Feasibility Studies, Renovation, Water, Land Development, Site Development
Education
Michigan Technological University 1980 — 1986
BS Civil Engineering, Heavy & Highway Construction
Conrad Wiggins Conrad Wiggins's First Solar Experience April 2010 - Present
Job Construction Manager EPC / Operations and Maint.
Industry Management Consulting
Experience
First Solar April 2010 - Present
Aker Kvaener 2000 - 2010
Triple Crown Enterprises Ltd. 1998 - 2007
Skills
Solar Energy, Electricians, Power Generation, Photovoltaics, Renewable Energy, Construction, Power Plants, Construction Management, EPC, Engineering, Energy, Commissioning, Inspection, Solar PV, Instrumentation, Manufacturing, Project Planning, Process Scheduler, AutoCAD, Project Engineering, O&M, Construction Safety, Electronics, Wind, Industrial Safety, Safety Management..., Supervisory Skills, Factory, Project Control, High Voltage, Power Distribution, Alternative Energy, Engineering Management, Switchgear, Wind Turbines, Electrical Engineering, Turbines, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management
Education
Mohawk College 1986 — 1991
Electrical Engineering Technician-Power, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mohawk College
Industrial Electronic Control- 309-D
Mohawk College
Electrical Construction and Maintenance 309-D
First Solar April 2010 - Present
Aker Kvaener 2000 - 2010
Triple Crown Enterprises Ltd. 1998 - 2007
Skills
Solar Energy, Electricians, Power Generation, Photovoltaics, Renewable Energy, Construction, Power Plants, Construction Management, EPC, Engineering, Energy, Commissioning, Inspection, Solar PV, Instrumentation, Manufacturing, Project Planning, Process Scheduler, AutoCAD, Project Engineering, O&M, Construction Safety, Electronics, Wind, Industrial Safety, Safety Management..., Supervisory Skills, Factory, Project Control, High Voltage, Power Distribution, Alternative Energy, Engineering Management, Switchgear, Wind Turbines, Electrical Engineering, Turbines, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management
Education
Mohawk College 1986 — 1991
Electrical Engineering Technician-Power, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mohawk College
Industrial Electronic Control- 309-D
Mohawk College
Electrical Construction and Maintenance 309-D
Faisal Myomin Sadrulah Faisal Myomin Sadrulah's First Solar Experience August 2014 - Present
Job Senior Electrical Engineer at First Solar
Industry Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Experience
First Solar August 2014 - Present
Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems America – Ltd. (Formerly Hitachi Power Systems America, Ltd.) April 2014 - August 2014
Doosan July 2009 - April 2014
Black & Veatch June 1999 - February 2009
St. Joseph Light & Power Company May 1998 - May 1999
Skills
Power Systems, Power Plants, Power Generation, Electrical Engineering, ETAP, Renewable Energy, Project Engineering, Transformer, Instrumentation, Commissioning, AutoCAD, EPC, SCADA, DCS, Control Systems Design, Gas Turbines, Power Distribution, P&ID, Engineering Management, Engineering Design
Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City 2001 — 2009
Master of Science, Electrical Engineering (Power)
Missouri Western State University 1996 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Electronics Engineering
First Solar August 2014 - Present
Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems America – Ltd. (Formerly Hitachi Power Systems America, Ltd.) April 2014 - August 2014
Doosan July 2009 - April 2014
Black & Veatch June 1999 - February 2009
St. Joseph Light & Power Company May 1998 - May 1999
Skills
Power Systems, Power Plants, Power Generation, Electrical Engineering, ETAP, Renewable Energy, Project Engineering, Transformer, Instrumentation, Commissioning, AutoCAD, EPC, SCADA, DCS, Control Systems Design, Gas Turbines, Power Distribution, P&ID, Engineering Management, Engineering Design
Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City 2001 — 2009
Master of Science, Electrical Engineering (Power)
Missouri Western State University 1996 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Electronics Engineering
Linda Stutler Linda Stutler's First Solar Experience September 2011 - January 2014
Job Supply Chain Manager
Industry Aviation & Aerospace
Experience
Able Engineering and Component Services January 2015 - Present
GT Advanced Technologies January 2014 - December 2014
First Solar September 2011 - January 2014
Phoenix Logistics, Inc. March 2011 - August 2011
ATK IWS January 2010 - January 2011
ATK May 2002 - January 2010
The Boeing Company January 1985 - May 2002
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Six Sigma, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Materials Management, Supply Management, Leadership, MRP, Aerospace, Operations Management, Management, Kaizen, Procurement, Supplier Development, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Logistics, SAP, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Inventory Control, Warehousing, Manufacturing..., Strategic Sourcing, Manufacturing..., Operational Excellence, Engineering, Global Sourcing, Inventory Management, DMAIC, Training, Supply Chain..., Quality Management, ISO, Shipping, Root Cause Analysis, Process Engineering, Production Planning, SPC, Kanban, ERP, Forecasting, Warehouse Management, FMEA
Education
Ottawa University 1999 — 2001
Teaching Certificate, Elementary School Teacher
University of Phoenix 1990 — 1993
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.9
Able Engineering and Component Services January 2015 - Present
GT Advanced Technologies January 2014 - December 2014
First Solar September 2011 - January 2014
Phoenix Logistics, Inc. March 2011 - August 2011
ATK IWS January 2010 - January 2011
ATK May 2002 - January 2010
The Boeing Company January 1985 - May 2002
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Six Sigma, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Materials Management, Supply Management, Leadership, MRP, Aerospace, Operations Management, Management, Kaizen, Procurement, Supplier Development, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Logistics, SAP, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Inventory Control, Warehousing, Manufacturing..., Strategic Sourcing, Manufacturing..., Operational Excellence, Engineering, Global Sourcing, Inventory Management, DMAIC, Training, Supply Chain..., Quality Management, ISO, Shipping, Root Cause Analysis, Process Engineering, Production Planning, SPC, Kanban, ERP, Forecasting, Warehouse Management, FMEA
Education
Ottawa University 1999 — 2001
Teaching Certificate, Elementary School Teacher
University of Phoenix 1990 — 1993
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.9
Evelyn Buckenmeyer Evelyn Buckenmeyer's First Solar Experience 2003 - Present
Job Global Benefits Analyst at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar 2003 - Present
Skills
Photovoltaics, Solar Cells, Thin Films, Solar Energy, Renewable Energy, Energy, Manufacturing, Alternative Energy, PVD, Solar PV, Sputtering, CVD, Failure Analysis, Wind, Cleantech, JMP, Design of Experiments
Education
Northwest State Community College and University of Toledo
First Solar 2003 - Present
Skills
Photovoltaics, Solar Cells, Thin Films, Solar Energy, Renewable Energy, Energy, Manufacturing, Alternative Energy, PVD, Solar PV, Sputtering, CVD, Failure Analysis, Wind, Cleantech, JMP, Design of Experiments
Education
Northwest State Community College and University of Toledo
Stephen Eber Stephen Eber's First Solar Experience January 2012 - September 2014
Job Director Business Development at Genesys Engineering
Industry Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Experience
Genesys Engineering September 2014 - Present
First Solar January 2012 - September 2014
Genesys Engineering October 2010 - January 2012
National Grid August 2008 - October 2010
KeySpan Services Inc. September 1995 - August 2008
Skills
Energy, Gas, Alternative Energy, Engineering, Cogeneration, Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Feasibility Studies, Nuclear, Solar, Demand Response, Energy Management, Project Management, Power Plants, Sustainability, Contract Negotiation, Power Generation, Energy Conservation, Sustainable Energy
Education
Manhattan College 1976 — 1980
MSME, Engineering
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1966 — 1970
BSME, Engineering
Genesys Engineering September 2014 - Present
First Solar January 2012 - September 2014
Genesys Engineering October 2010 - January 2012
National Grid August 2008 - October 2010
KeySpan Services Inc. September 1995 - August 2008
Skills
Energy, Gas, Alternative Energy, Engineering, Cogeneration, Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Feasibility Studies, Nuclear, Solar, Demand Response, Energy Management, Project Management, Power Plants, Sustainability, Contract Negotiation, Power Generation, Energy Conservation, Sustainable Energy
Education
Manhattan College 1976 — 1980
MSME, Engineering
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1966 — 1970
BSME, Engineering
Nicholas Strause Nicholas Strause's First Solar Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job General Manager at Simon Property Group
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Simon Property Group March 2015 - May 2015
Simon Property Group February 2015 - March 2015
Simon Property Group December 2014 - February 2015
Simon June 2014 - November 2014
Miami University August 2012 - December 2013
Alpha Kappa Psi January 2012 - January 2013
First Solar May 2012 - August 2012
First Solar May 2010 - January 2012
Hollister Co. 2007 - 2010
Skills
SketchUp, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, FormZ, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Entrepreneurship, Event Planning, People-oriented, Personality, Teamwork, Sales, Development, People Skills, PeopleSoft, Kronos, Event Management
Education
Miami University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
St. John's Jesuit High School 2005 — 2009
High School Diploma
Simon Property Group March 2015 - May 2015
Simon Property Group February 2015 - March 2015
Simon Property Group December 2014 - February 2015
Simon June 2014 - November 2014
Miami University August 2012 - December 2013
Alpha Kappa Psi January 2012 - January 2013
First Solar May 2012 - August 2012
First Solar May 2010 - January 2012
Hollister Co. 2007 - 2010
Skills
SketchUp, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, FormZ, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Entrepreneurship, Event Planning, People-oriented, Personality, Teamwork, Sales, Development, People Skills, PeopleSoft, Kronos, Event Management
Education
Miami University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
St. John's Jesuit High School 2005 — 2009
High School Diploma
Daniel Bergman Daniel Bergman's First Solar Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Development Engineering Technician II at First Solar
Industry Higher Education
Experience
First Solar June 2014 - Present
ISOFOTON January 2013 - March 2014
The University of Toledo August 2011 - June 2013
Ohio University August 2007 - June 2011
Skills
Higher Education, Research, Statistics, Physics, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Analysis, Technical Writing, Microsoft Excel, Teaching, Science, Sustainability, Project Management, Testing
Education
University of Toledo 2011 — 2013
Masters of Science Proffesional of Photovoltaics, Photovoltaics
Ohio University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BS), Applied Physics
First Solar June 2014 - Present
ISOFOTON January 2013 - March 2014
The University of Toledo August 2011 - June 2013
Ohio University August 2007 - June 2011
Skills
Higher Education, Research, Statistics, Physics, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Analysis, Technical Writing, Microsoft Excel, Teaching, Science, Sustainability, Project Management, Testing
Education
University of Toledo 2011 — 2013
Masters of Science Proffesional of Photovoltaics, Photovoltaics
Ohio University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BS), Applied Physics
Reynaldo A. Salcedo, P.E., PMP Reynaldo A. Salcedo, P.E., PMP's First Solar Experience March 2013 - Present
Job Project Engineer IV at First Solar
Industry Utilities
Experience
First Solar March 2013 - Present
New York Power Authority June 2010 - March 2013
New York Power Authority April 2005 - June 2010
New York Power Authority October 2000 - April 2005
New York Power Authority June 1995 - October 2000
New York Power Authority November 1981 - June 1995
Gibbs & Hill, New York, NY September 1979 - November 1981
Ebasco Services Inc, New York, NY June 1973 - September 1979
Skills
Project Engineering, Engineering, Commissioning, Power Plants, Power Generation, Factory, Procurement, Project Management, Construction, Electricians, Nuclear, Management, Testing, Steam, Budgets, Petroleum, Automation, Negotiation, Engineering Design, Human Resources, Engineering Management, Construction Management, Electric Power
Education
New York University 1974 — 1979
MBA, Business Administration
New York University 1969 — 1973
BE, Mechanical Engineering
First Solar March 2013 - Present
New York Power Authority June 2010 - March 2013
New York Power Authority April 2005 - June 2010
New York Power Authority October 2000 - April 2005
New York Power Authority June 1995 - October 2000
New York Power Authority November 1981 - June 1995
Gibbs & Hill, New York, NY September 1979 - November 1981
Ebasco Services Inc, New York, NY June 1973 - September 1979
Skills
Project Engineering, Engineering, Commissioning, Power Plants, Power Generation, Factory, Procurement, Project Management, Construction, Electricians, Nuclear, Management, Testing, Steam, Budgets, Petroleum, Automation, Negotiation, Engineering Design, Human Resources, Engineering Management, Construction Management, Electric Power
Education
New York University 1974 — 1979
MBA, Business Administration
New York University 1969 — 1973
BE, Mechanical Engineering
Richard Romero Richard Romero's First Solar Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Vice President at First Solar
Industry Oil & Energy
Experience
First Solar January 2014 - Present
Zaff Capital LP October 2012 - December 2013
AEI Svcs LLC March 2011 - October 2012
AEI Svcs LLC July 2008 - March 2011
Royal Dutch Shell plc January 2007 - June 2008
Shell Brasil Ltda August 2002 - December 2006
Gas TransBoliviano S.A. January 2000 - August 2002
Transredes S.A. January 1998 - December 1999
Shell Oil Company January 1991 - December 1997
Skills
Project Finance, Business Development, Asset Managment, Corporate Finance, Treasury, Renewable Energy, Energy, Private Equity, Divestitures, Acquisitions, Oil/Gas, Petroleum, Energy Industry, Due Diligence, Gas, Upstream, Finance, Managerial Finance, Financial Structuring, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Structured Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Modeling, Joint Ventures, Valuation, Investor Relations, M&A experience, Natural Gas, Restructuring, Emerging Markets, Business Valuation, Treasury Management, Leveraged Finance, Asset Management, Oil & Gas
Education
University of Houston 1995 — 1996
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
New Mexico State University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Finance, General
First Solar January 2014 - Present
Zaff Capital LP October 2012 - December 2013
AEI Svcs LLC March 2011 - October 2012
AEI Svcs LLC July 2008 - March 2011
Royal Dutch Shell plc January 2007 - June 2008
Shell Brasil Ltda August 2002 - December 2006
Gas TransBoliviano S.A. January 2000 - August 2002
Transredes S.A. January 1998 - December 1999
Shell Oil Company January 1991 - December 1997
Skills
Project Finance, Business Development, Asset Managment, Corporate Finance, Treasury, Renewable Energy, Energy, Private Equity, Divestitures, Acquisitions, Oil/Gas, Petroleum, Energy Industry, Due Diligence, Gas, Upstream, Finance, Managerial Finance, Financial Structuring, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Structured Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Modeling, Joint Ventures, Valuation, Investor Relations, M&A experience, Natural Gas, Restructuring, Emerging Markets, Business Valuation, Treasury Management, Leveraged Finance, Asset Management, Oil & Gas
Education
University of Houston 1995 — 1996
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
New Mexico State University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Finance, General
Padman Sahoo Padman Sahoo's First Solar Experience February 2010 - July 2012
Job SAP Consulting at Intuitive Surgical
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
UIL Holdings Corporation January 2013 - Present
DGN Technologies July 2009 - Present
Intuitive Surgical August 2012 - December 2012
First Solar February 2010 - July 2012
Data Domain July 2009 - January 2010
Intelligroup Inc. July 2008 - July 2009
H&E Equipment November 2008 - June 2009
Carmeuse North America July 2008 - November 2008
Image Integration System February 2007 - July 2008
CommScope December 2007 - June 2008
Skills
IDOC, SAP R/3, SAP Implementation, BAPI, SAP ERP, SAP Netweaver, SAP SRM, ECC, SAP, SD, Integration, SAP MM, SAP Portal, SAP SD
Education
National Institute of Technology Rourkela 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Electrical
UIL Holdings Corporation January 2013 - Present
DGN Technologies July 2009 - Present
Intuitive Surgical August 2012 - December 2012
First Solar February 2010 - July 2012
Data Domain July 2009 - January 2010
Intelligroup Inc. July 2008 - July 2009
H&E Equipment November 2008 - June 2009
Carmeuse North America July 2008 - November 2008
Image Integration System February 2007 - July 2008
CommScope December 2007 - June 2008
Skills
IDOC, SAP R/3, SAP Implementation, BAPI, SAP ERP, SAP Netweaver, SAP SRM, ECC, SAP, SD, Integration, SAP MM, SAP Portal, SAP SD
Education
National Institute of Technology Rourkela 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Electrical
Lora Prew Lora Prew's First Solar Experience January 2008 - Present
Job Vice President Compensation & Benefits
Industry Human Resources
Experience
First Solar January 2008 - Present
Potbelly Sandwich Works July 2007 - October 2007
Equity Office Properties April 2003 - May 2007
Kemper Insurance April 2002 - March 2003
MFN Financial (Mercury Finance) November 1999 - April 2002
Household International (HSBC) June 1993 - November 1999
Hewitt Associates May 1992 - June 1993
Arthur Andersen October 1990 - May 1992
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1994 — 1998
MBA, Strategy and Organizational Behavior
Valparaiso University 1986 — 1990
BSBA, Finance
First Solar January 2008 - Present
Potbelly Sandwich Works July 2007 - October 2007
Equity Office Properties April 2003 - May 2007
Kemper Insurance April 2002 - March 2003
MFN Financial (Mercury Finance) November 1999 - April 2002
Household International (HSBC) June 1993 - November 1999
Hewitt Associates May 1992 - June 1993
Arthur Andersen October 1990 - May 1992
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1994 — 1998
MBA, Strategy and Organizational Behavior
Valparaiso University 1986 — 1990
BSBA, Finance
John Gaffney John Gaffney's First Solar Experience January 2008 - November 2009
Job Partner at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP November 2011 - Present
Solyndra January 2010 - November 2011
First Solar January 2008 - November 2009
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP August 1986 - January 2008
Skills
Risk Management, Intellectual Property, Venture Capital, Joint Ventures, Mergers, Corporate Governance, Due Diligence, Private Equity, Corporate Finance, Employment Law, Corporate Law, Start-ups, Contract Negotiation, Licensing, Project Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets, Securities Regulation, Corporate Development, Strategy, Legal Advice, Renewable Energy, Restructuring, Cross-border..., IPO, Divestitures, M&A experience, Acquisitions, Cleantech, Private Placements, Emerging Markets, Structured Finance, Business Development, Securities, Securities Offerings
Education
New York University - Leonard N. Stern School of Business 1982 — 1986
MBA, Finance
New York University School of Law 1982 — 1986
JD
The George Washington University 1978 — 1982
BA, Economics
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP November 2011 - Present
Solyndra January 2010 - November 2011
First Solar January 2008 - November 2009
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP August 1986 - January 2008
Skills
Risk Management, Intellectual Property, Venture Capital, Joint Ventures, Mergers, Corporate Governance, Due Diligence, Private Equity, Corporate Finance, Employment Law, Corporate Law, Start-ups, Contract Negotiation, Licensing, Project Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets, Securities Regulation, Corporate Development, Strategy, Legal Advice, Renewable Energy, Restructuring, Cross-border..., IPO, Divestitures, M&A experience, Acquisitions, Cleantech, Private Placements, Emerging Markets, Structured Finance, Business Development, Securities, Securities Offerings
Education
New York University - Leonard N. Stern School of Business 1982 — 1986
MBA, Finance
New York University School of Law 1982 — 1986
JD
The George Washington University 1978 — 1982
BA, Economics
Amber Chesborough Amber Chesborough's First Solar Experience November 2010 - Present
Job Strategy & Operations Team Lead
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar November 2010 - Present
Capital One January 2008 - August 2009
Capital One January 2007 - January 2008
Intel August 2004 - January 2007
Honeywell June 2003 - January 2004
Intel August 1999 - June 2002
Pratt & Whitney June 1998 - August 1998
Skills
Six Sigma, Lean Initiatives, Process Improvement, Problem Solving, Cross-functional Team..., Supplier Management, Engineering, Manufacturing..., Lean Manufacturing, Business Process..., Supply Management, Process Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Quality Management, Strategy, Business Process, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Leadership, Management, Continuous Improvement, CRM
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Sloan School of Management 2002 — 2004
MBA
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2002 — 2004
M.S.
University of Florida 1995 — 1999
B.S.
First Solar November 2010 - Present
Capital One January 2008 - August 2009
Capital One January 2007 - January 2008
Intel August 2004 - January 2007
Honeywell June 2003 - January 2004
Intel August 1999 - June 2002
Pratt & Whitney June 1998 - August 1998
Skills
Six Sigma, Lean Initiatives, Process Improvement, Problem Solving, Cross-functional Team..., Supplier Management, Engineering, Manufacturing..., Lean Manufacturing, Business Process..., Supply Management, Process Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Quality Management, Strategy, Business Process, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Leadership, Management, Continuous Improvement, CRM
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Sloan School of Management 2002 — 2004
MBA
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2002 — 2004
M.S.
University of Florida 1995 — 1999
B.S.
Donald Flowers Donald Flowers's First Solar Experience July 2009 - June 2013
Job Director of Engineering Archer OpTx
Industry Design
Experience
First Solar July 2009 - June 2013
First Solar April 2005 - June 2009
Gentex Corporation December 1999 - January 2005
Glasstech Inc January 1993 - December 1999
Glasstech April 1991 - 1993
Glasstech 1988 - 1991
Glasstech 1986 - 1988
Glasstech 1984 - 1986
Skills
Solar Energy, Photovoltaics, Alternative Energy, Project Management, Engineering, Program Management, Engineering Management, Manufacturing, Machine Design, Process Developent, Glass, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, Product Development, R&D, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Management
Education
Ohio University
Ohio University
University of Toledo
Master of Science (MS), Mechanical Engineering
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering
First Solar July 2009 - June 2013
First Solar April 2005 - June 2009
Gentex Corporation December 1999 - January 2005
Glasstech Inc January 1993 - December 1999
Glasstech April 1991 - 1993
Glasstech 1988 - 1991
Glasstech 1986 - 1988
Glasstech 1984 - 1986
Skills
Solar Energy, Photovoltaics, Alternative Energy, Project Management, Engineering, Program Management, Engineering Management, Manufacturing, Machine Design, Process Developent, Glass, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, Product Development, R&D, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Management
Education
Ohio University
Ohio University
University of Toledo
Master of Science (MS), Mechanical Engineering
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering
Amy Heisler Amy Heisler's First Solar Experience May 2015 - Present
Job Senior Manager, Global Internal Communications at First Solar
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
First Solar May 2015 - Present
First Solar September 2013 - May 2015
Amy Heisler Consulting July 2013 - May 2015
Apollo Group October 2012 - July 2013
DRA Strategic Communications 2011 - October 2012
Arizona Public Service (APS) 2010 - May 2011
MPAC June 2006 - June 2010
Valley of the Sun United Way 2005 - 2006
Honeywell 1995 - 2004
Skills
Internal Communications, Crisis Communications, Recruiting, Newsletters, Strategy, Program Management, Press Releases, Community Development, Nonprofits, Editing, Event Management, Strategic Communications, Integrated Marketing, Strategic Planning, Human Resources, Copywriting, Public Speaking, Leadership, Fundraising, Speech Writing, Change Management, Coaching, Communication Training, Budgets, Marketing, Employee Engagement, Management, Research, Public Relations, Non-profits, Event Planning, Public Affairs, Media Relations, Policy, Corporate Communications, Photography, Social Media, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Communications Planning, Marketing Communications, Content Strategy, Project Management, SEO, Message Development, Messaging, Social Networking, Spokesperson, Reputation Management, Publicity
Education
Michigan State University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts, Communication
First Solar May 2015 - Present
First Solar September 2013 - May 2015
Amy Heisler Consulting July 2013 - May 2015
Apollo Group October 2012 - July 2013
DRA Strategic Communications 2011 - October 2012
Arizona Public Service (APS) 2010 - May 2011
MPAC June 2006 - June 2010
Valley of the Sun United Way 2005 - 2006
Honeywell 1995 - 2004
Skills
Internal Communications, Crisis Communications, Recruiting, Newsletters, Strategy, Program Management, Press Releases, Community Development, Nonprofits, Editing, Event Management, Strategic Communications, Integrated Marketing, Strategic Planning, Human Resources, Copywriting, Public Speaking, Leadership, Fundraising, Speech Writing, Change Management, Coaching, Communication Training, Budgets, Marketing, Employee Engagement, Management, Research, Public Relations, Non-profits, Event Planning, Public Affairs, Media Relations, Policy, Corporate Communications, Photography, Social Media, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Communications Planning, Marketing Communications, Content Strategy, Project Management, SEO, Message Development, Messaging, Social Networking, Spokesperson, Reputation Management, Publicity
Education
Michigan State University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts, Communication
Jacob Armstrong Jacob Armstrong's First Solar Experience October 2013 - Present
Job The sun is up, business is good.
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar October 2013 - Present
First Solar April 2011 - October 2013
TUV Rheinland PTL February 2009 - April 2011
Comtech EF Data February 2005 - February 2009
Skills
Pdf, Photovoltaics, Renewable Energy, Testing, Engineering, Labview, Solar Energy, Semiconductors, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Energy, MS Project, Electronics, Solidworks, Energy Policy, Thin Films, Power Distribution, Energy Efficiency, Alternative Energy, Power Electronics, Power Systems, Solar PV, Design of Experiments, Failure Analysis, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering, Sustainability, JMP, Sustainable Energy, Characterization, Simulations, Visio, Data Analysis, Power Generation, Pspice, Energy Management, Power Plants, Troubleshooting, Smart Grid, PLC, Solar Cells, Solar Thermal, Systems Engineering, Materials Science, PVSyst, Wind, PV, Electricians, Engineering Management, Reliability
Education
Arizona State University 2004 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mesa Community College 1997 — 2003
First Solar October 2013 - Present
First Solar April 2011 - October 2013
TUV Rheinland PTL February 2009 - April 2011
Comtech EF Data February 2005 - February 2009
Skills
Pdf, Photovoltaics, Renewable Energy, Testing, Engineering, Labview, Solar Energy, Semiconductors, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Energy, MS Project, Electronics, Solidworks, Energy Policy, Thin Films, Power Distribution, Energy Efficiency, Alternative Energy, Power Electronics, Power Systems, Solar PV, Design of Experiments, Failure Analysis, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering, Sustainability, JMP, Sustainable Energy, Characterization, Simulations, Visio, Data Analysis, Power Generation, Pspice, Energy Management, Power Plants, Troubleshooting, Smart Grid, PLC, Solar Cells, Solar Thermal, Systems Engineering, Materials Science, PVSyst, Wind, PV, Electricians, Engineering Management, Reliability
Education
Arizona State University 2004 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mesa Community College 1997 — 2003
Andrea Buhr Andrea Buhr's First Solar Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Project Engineer at First Solar
Industry Construction
Experience
First Solar January 2015 - Present
Solon Corporation December 2011 - January 2015
PK Associates Structural Engineers, LLC. July 2011 - December 2011
American Solar Electric March 2010 - August 2011
PK Associates Structural Engineers, LLC. July 2006 - January 2010
Milwaukee School of Engineering 2004 - 2006
Skills
AutoCAD, Steel Design, Structural Analysis, Steel Structures, Engineering, Structural Engineering, Inspection, Submittals, RISA, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Engineering, Primavera P6, Finite Element Analysis, Concrete
Education
Milwaukee School of Engineering 2002 — 2006
Architectural Engineering, Engineering
First Solar January 2015 - Present
Solon Corporation December 2011 - January 2015
PK Associates Structural Engineers, LLC. July 2011 - December 2011
American Solar Electric March 2010 - August 2011
PK Associates Structural Engineers, LLC. July 2006 - January 2010
Milwaukee School of Engineering 2004 - 2006
Skills
AutoCAD, Steel Design, Structural Analysis, Steel Structures, Engineering, Structural Engineering, Inspection, Submittals, RISA, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Engineering, Primavera P6, Finite Element Analysis, Concrete
Education
Milwaukee School of Engineering 2002 — 2006
Architectural Engineering, Engineering
DeShon Clark's First Solar Experience June 2009 - May 2010
Job SharePoint 2013 Modern Architect and Developer. Specializing in SharePoint App development and SP cloud solutions
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
SoftNet Innovations LLC May 2005 - Present
Springthrough 2014 - 2015
Springthrough 2014 - 2015
Tahoe Partners October 2010 - February 2014
Nucor Corporation October 2012 - December 2012
Navigant November 2011 - October 2012
Tanagram Partners July 2010 - October 2010
Clark County May 2010 - July 2010
First Solar June 2009 - May 2010
Wolters Kluwer October 2005 - March 2009
Skills
SharePoint, ASP.NET, 2008 R2, jQuery, SQL 2008, DHTML, Microsoft Commerce..., .NET, Landing Pages, Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Agile Methodologies, Integration, Social Media Marketing, C#, SQL, Windows 7, SDLC, SOA, Microsoft Office..., E-commerce, InfoPath, Web Applications, WCF, Content Management, Enterprise Architecture, Web Services, TFS, IIS, JavaScript, BizTalk, SEO, XML, Information Architecture, Portals, Design Patterns, Software Development, LINQ, SharePoint Designer, SSRS, Solution Architecture, Enterprise Software, Microsoft Technologies, Silverlight, VB.NET
Education
Northwestern University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
SoftNet Innovations LLC May 2005 - Present
Springthrough 2014 - 2015
Springthrough 2014 - 2015
Tahoe Partners October 2010 - February 2014
Nucor Corporation October 2012 - December 2012
Navigant November 2011 - October 2012
Tanagram Partners July 2010 - October 2010
Clark County May 2010 - July 2010
First Solar June 2009 - May 2010
Wolters Kluwer October 2005 - March 2009
Skills
SharePoint, ASP.NET, 2008 R2, jQuery, SQL 2008, DHTML, Microsoft Commerce..., .NET, Landing Pages, Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Agile Methodologies, Integration, Social Media Marketing, C#, SQL, Windows 7, SDLC, SOA, Microsoft Office..., E-commerce, InfoPath, Web Applications, WCF, Content Management, Enterprise Architecture, Web Services, TFS, IIS, JavaScript, BizTalk, SEO, XML, Information Architecture, Portals, Design Patterns, Software Development, LINQ, SharePoint Designer, SSRS, Solution Architecture, Enterprise Software, Microsoft Technologies, Silverlight, VB.NET
Education
Northwestern University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Karthik Bhatt Karthik Bhatt's First Solar Experience March 2010 - Present
Job Engineer at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar March 2010 - Present
Functional Nanomaterials Lab, Oklahoma State University January 2007 - December 2009
Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India July 2005 - December 2006
Skills
EFM, Plasmonics, Thin Films, Characterization, AFM, Scanning Electron..., Nanotechnology, CVD, PVD, Semiconductor Process, Semiconductors
Education
Oklahoma State University 2006 — 2009
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological University 2001 — 2005
BE, Mechanical Engineering
First Solar March 2010 - Present
Functional Nanomaterials Lab, Oklahoma State University January 2007 - December 2009
Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India July 2005 - December 2006
Skills
EFM, Plasmonics, Thin Films, Characterization, AFM, Scanning Electron..., Nanotechnology, CVD, PVD, Semiconductor Process, Semiconductors
Education
Oklahoma State University 2006 — 2009
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological University 2001 — 2005
BE, Mechanical Engineering
Brian West Brian West's First Solar Experience March 2010 - Present
Job Manufacturing Integration Engineer at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar March 2010 - Present
The Dow Chemical Company October 2005 - March 2010
GE Power Conversion April 2002 - October 2005
Novellus Systems November 2000 - April 2002
Shin-Etsu June 1997 - November 2000
Skills
Renewable Energy, Solar Energy, Photovoltaics, Alternative Energy, Cleantech, Energy, Leadership, Energy Efficiency, Semiconductors, Engineering Management, SPC, Design of Experiments, Thin Films, Process Simulation, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Silicon, Cross-functional Team..., Failure Analysis, Engineering, Semiconductor Industry, Lean Manufacturing, Process Engineering
Education
Wilmington College 2004 — 2006
Master of Science (M.S.), Organizational Leadership
Montana State University-Bozeman 1992 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemical Engineering
First Solar March 2010 - Present
The Dow Chemical Company October 2005 - March 2010
GE Power Conversion April 2002 - October 2005
Novellus Systems November 2000 - April 2002
Shin-Etsu June 1997 - November 2000
Skills
Renewable Energy, Solar Energy, Photovoltaics, Alternative Energy, Cleantech, Energy, Leadership, Energy Efficiency, Semiconductors, Engineering Management, SPC, Design of Experiments, Thin Films, Process Simulation, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Silicon, Cross-functional Team..., Failure Analysis, Engineering, Semiconductor Industry, Lean Manufacturing, Process Engineering
Education
Wilmington College 2004 — 2006
Master of Science (M.S.), Organizational Leadership
Montana State University-Bozeman 1992 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemical Engineering
Majed (Mike) Hammoud Majed (Mike) Hammoud's First Solar Experience August 2005 - June 2013
Job Engineering
Industry Automotive
Experience
Ford Motor Company June 2013 - Present
First Solar August 2005 - June 2013
University of Toledo August 2003 - August 2005
Michigan State University September 2000 - December 2002
University of New Mexico/Los Alamos Lab May 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Design of Experiments, Characterization, Failure Analysis, Six Sigma, Materials, Root Cause Analysis, Thin Films, R&D, Photovoltaics, Materials Science, SPC, Engineering, Powder X-ray Diffraction, CVD, Cross-functional Team..., JMP, Semiconductors, Manufacturing, Product Development, Electronics, Solar Energy, Process Engineering, Customer Service
Education
University of Toledo 2003 — 2005
MS CHE, Chemical Engineering and Material Science
Michigan State University 2000 — 2002
BS CHE, Chemical Engineering
Ford Motor Company June 2013 - Present
First Solar August 2005 - June 2013
University of Toledo August 2003 - August 2005
Michigan State University September 2000 - December 2002
University of New Mexico/Los Alamos Lab May 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Design of Experiments, Characterization, Failure Analysis, Six Sigma, Materials, Root Cause Analysis, Thin Films, R&D, Photovoltaics, Materials Science, SPC, Engineering, Powder X-ray Diffraction, CVD, Cross-functional Team..., JMP, Semiconductors, Manufacturing, Product Development, Electronics, Solar Energy, Process Engineering, Customer Service
Education
University of Toledo 2003 — 2005
MS CHE, Chemical Engineering and Material Science
Michigan State University 2000 — 2002
BS CHE, Chemical Engineering
Craig Reeds Craig Reeds's First Solar Experience June 2011 - June 2012
Job CyberSecurity Consultant
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
DNV GL - Renewables (formerly GL Garrad Hassan) October 2014 - Present
j29:11 Technology Services June 2011 - May 2015
Chandler Gilbert Community College August 2008 - May 2015
NKK Switches June 2013 - July 2014
Heliae August 2012 - April 2013
First Solar June 2011 - June 2012
Dynamic Test Solutions March 2008 - May 2011
Winning Technologies June 2007 - February 2008
Western Construction Group November 1997 - May 2007
Skills
Disaster Recovery, Project Planning, TCP/IP, Process Engineering, Requirements Analysis, Vendor Management, Change Management, Business Continuity, Enterprise Architecture, Functional Design, DNS, Program Management, MS Project, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Security, Visio, Process Development, Customer Relations, Mentoring, Business Process..., Vendor Relations, Team Building, Problem Solving, IT Management, Windows, Troubleshooting, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, SDLC, Planning, Databases, Management, Networking, Windows Server, Project Management, Process Simulation, Testing, Software Documentation, Customer Service, Training, Access, Servers, Microsoft Exchange
Education
Webster University 1999 — 2001
Master of Arts (MA), Business Administration and Management, General
Maryville University of Saint Louis 1990 — 1991
Bachelor Degree, Information Systems Management
Florissant Valley Community College 1982 — 1986
A.S, Electronics Engineering Technology
DNV GL - Renewables (formerly GL Garrad Hassan) October 2014 - Present
j29:11 Technology Services June 2011 - May 2015
Chandler Gilbert Community College August 2008 - May 2015
NKK Switches June 2013 - July 2014
Heliae August 2012 - April 2013
First Solar June 2011 - June 2012
Dynamic Test Solutions March 2008 - May 2011
Winning Technologies June 2007 - February 2008
Western Construction Group November 1997 - May 2007
Skills
Disaster Recovery, Project Planning, TCP/IP, Process Engineering, Requirements Analysis, Vendor Management, Change Management, Business Continuity, Enterprise Architecture, Functional Design, DNS, Program Management, MS Project, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Security, Visio, Process Development, Customer Relations, Mentoring, Business Process..., Vendor Relations, Team Building, Problem Solving, IT Management, Windows, Troubleshooting, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, SDLC, Planning, Databases, Management, Networking, Windows Server, Project Management, Process Simulation, Testing, Software Documentation, Customer Service, Training, Access, Servers, Microsoft Exchange
Education
Webster University 1999 — 2001
Master of Arts (MA), Business Administration and Management, General
Maryville University of Saint Louis 1990 — 1991
Bachelor Degree, Information Systems Management
Florissant Valley Community College 1982 — 1986
A.S, Electronics Engineering Technology
Mindy Norem's First Solar Experience August 2014 - Present
Job
Industry Human Resources
Experience
First Solar August 2014 - Present
Skills
Great People Skills, Microsoft Office, Listening Skills, Performance Management, Leadership, Coaching, Onboarding, HRIS, Recruiting, Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Project Management, College Recruiting, Personnel Management, Process Scheduler, Employee Benefits, Organizational..., Team Building, Payroll, Employee Relations, Applicant Tracking..., Benefits Administration, Interviews, PeopleSoft, Temporary Placement
Education
Ottawa University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts
First Solar August 2014 - Present
Skills
Great People Skills, Microsoft Office, Listening Skills, Performance Management, Leadership, Coaching, Onboarding, HRIS, Recruiting, Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Project Management, College Recruiting, Personnel Management, Process Scheduler, Employee Benefits, Organizational..., Team Building, Payroll, Employee Relations, Applicant Tracking..., Benefits Administration, Interviews, PeopleSoft, Temporary Placement
Education
Ottawa University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts
Kela Marisa Moon's First Solar Experience August 2014 - July 2015
Job Compliance Analyst at Oracle
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Oracle July 2015 - Present
First Solar August 2014 - July 2015
Northwestern University May 2013 - June 2014
HR4NON-PROFITS October 2012 - March 2013
The University of Chicago September 2011 - May 2012
Chicago Park District January 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Human Resources, Employee Engagement, Onboarding, Recruiting, File Management, I-9 Compliance, Employee Training, Staff Development, HRIS, Project Management, HR Consulting, Temporary Placement
Education
Walden University 2015 — 2016
Master’s Degree, Master of Science, Human Resource Management
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communications
Oracle July 2015 - Present
First Solar August 2014 - July 2015
Northwestern University May 2013 - June 2014
HR4NON-PROFITS October 2012 - March 2013
The University of Chicago September 2011 - May 2012
Chicago Park District January 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Human Resources, Employee Engagement, Onboarding, Recruiting, File Management, I-9 Compliance, Employee Training, Staff Development, HRIS, Project Management, HR Consulting, Temporary Placement
Education
Walden University 2015 — 2016
Master’s Degree, Master of Science, Human Resource Management
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communications
Tim Duenas Tim Duenas's First Solar Experience April 2013 - Present
Job Manager, PV Technology Solutions at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar April 2013 - Present
First Solar September 2012 - April 2013
First Solar February 2011 - November 2012
AdvantEdge Technology, Inc. March 2010 - February 2011
GE Energy 2007 - February 2010
Lockheed Martin 2004 - 2007
US Navy 1995 - 2001
Skills
Project Management, Supervisory Experience, Photovoltaics, Solar, Plant, Energy, Systems Engineering, Engineering, Power Plants, Power Generation, Testing, Renewable Energy, Analysis, SQL Server, Solar Energy, Project Planning, Integration, Electrical Engineering, Project Engineering, Engineering Management, Microsoft SQL Server, Factory, Power Systems, Electronics
Education
Arizona State University 2012 — 2012
Master's Level Certificate, Solar Energy Engineering & Commercialization Certification Program
Old Dominion University
BSEE, Electrical Engineering
Basic Electricity and Electronics School, US Navy
First Solar April 2013 - Present
First Solar September 2012 - April 2013
First Solar February 2011 - November 2012
AdvantEdge Technology, Inc. March 2010 - February 2011
GE Energy 2007 - February 2010
Lockheed Martin 2004 - 2007
US Navy 1995 - 2001
Skills
Project Management, Supervisory Experience, Photovoltaics, Solar, Plant, Energy, Systems Engineering, Engineering, Power Plants, Power Generation, Testing, Renewable Energy, Analysis, SQL Server, Solar Energy, Project Planning, Integration, Electrical Engineering, Project Engineering, Engineering Management, Microsoft SQL Server, Factory, Power Systems, Electronics
Education
Arizona State University 2012 — 2012
Master's Level Certificate, Solar Energy Engineering & Commercialization Certification Program
Old Dominion University
BSEE, Electrical Engineering
Basic Electricity and Electronics School, US Navy
Tony Siebers's First Solar Experience 2009 - 2012
Job Program Development & Execution
Industry Venture Capital & Private Equity
Experience
Rural/Metro Corporation 2014 - Present
Siebers Group, LLC 2012 - 2015
Benedictine University 2012 - 2014
First Solar 2009 - 2012
Giustina Resources January 2008 - March 2009
US Army 2006 - 2008
National Guard Bureau February 2003 - March 2006
Target Corporation 2003 - 2004
US Army 1997 - 2003
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Change Management, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Start-ups, Cross-functional Team..., Renewable Energy, Program Management, Management, Public Relations, Strategy, Leadership, Training, Nonprofits, Coaching, Research, Customer Service, Team Leadership, Supply Chain Management, Team Building, Project Management, Human Resources, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Operations Management, Recruiting, Government, CRM, Executive Management, Analysis
Education
Marylhurst University 2006 — 2008
MBA, Non-Profit Management
University of Oregon 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Political Science
Kemper Military College 1995 — 1997
U.S. Army Commission, Government Studies
Tualatin High School
Diploma, General Studies
Rural/Metro Corporation 2014 - Present
Siebers Group, LLC 2012 - 2015
Benedictine University 2012 - 2014
First Solar 2009 - 2012
Giustina Resources January 2008 - March 2009
US Army 2006 - 2008
National Guard Bureau February 2003 - March 2006
Target Corporation 2003 - 2004
US Army 1997 - 2003
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Change Management, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Start-ups, Cross-functional Team..., Renewable Energy, Program Management, Management, Public Relations, Strategy, Leadership, Training, Nonprofits, Coaching, Research, Customer Service, Team Leadership, Supply Chain Management, Team Building, Project Management, Human Resources, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Operations Management, Recruiting, Government, CRM, Executive Management, Analysis
Education
Marylhurst University 2006 — 2008
MBA, Non-Profit Management
University of Oregon 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Political Science
Kemper Military College 1995 — 1997
U.S. Army Commission, Government Studies
Tualatin High School
Diploma, General Studies
Manjiri Kaundinya, MBA, PMP Manjiri Kaundinya, MBA, PMP's First Solar Experience October 2010 - February 2012
Job Associate Director of Program Management at Zimmer
Industry Medical Devices
Experience
Zimmer Biomet January 2014 - Present
Vinman Medical LLC April 2013 - December 2013
Advanced Energy April 2012 - April 2013
First Solar October 2010 - February 2012
BP Solar April 2009 - October 2010
BP Solar March 2007 - March 2009
Baltimore Aircoil Company April 2006 - March 2007
Magneti Marelli March 2003 - April 2006
ABB July 2001 - September 2002
Hitachi August 1999 - August 2000
Skills
Product Management, Business Development, Program Management, Product Development, Market Development, Six Sigma, Engineering, Product Life Cycle..., Commercial Operations, Strategic Planning, Financial Modeling, Emerging Markets, Photovoltaics, Alternate Energy, Crystalline Silicon..., Thin Film Solar, Inverters, Solar micro-inverter, Microinverter, Sales Management, Sales and operations..., Operational Excellence, Theory of Constraints, TOC, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Product Road Mapping, Go-to-market Strategy, Business Partner..., Financial Metrics, International Sales, International Market..., Product Branding, Product Positioning, Product Pricing, Operating Budgets, Budgeting, P&L Responsibility, Thought Leadership, Standard Costing, Customer Engagement, Product Requirement..., Marketing Requirements, Value Propositions, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Energy, Smart Grid, Solar Project..., Regulatory Requirements, Women Engineers
Education
University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business 2007 — 2009
MBA, Marketing and Strategy
North Carolina State University 2000 — 2002
M.S., Integrated Systems Engineering
L.D. College of Engineering, Ahmedabad, Gujrat 1995 — 1999
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
Mount Carmel
Zimmer Biomet January 2014 - Present
Vinman Medical LLC April 2013 - December 2013
Advanced Energy April 2012 - April 2013
First Solar October 2010 - February 2012
BP Solar April 2009 - October 2010
BP Solar March 2007 - March 2009
Baltimore Aircoil Company April 2006 - March 2007
Magneti Marelli March 2003 - April 2006
ABB July 2001 - September 2002
Hitachi August 1999 - August 2000
Skills
Product Management, Business Development, Program Management, Product Development, Market Development, Six Sigma, Engineering, Product Life Cycle..., Commercial Operations, Strategic Planning, Financial Modeling, Emerging Markets, Photovoltaics, Alternate Energy, Crystalline Silicon..., Thin Film Solar, Inverters, Solar micro-inverter, Microinverter, Sales Management, Sales and operations..., Operational Excellence, Theory of Constraints, TOC, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Product Road Mapping, Go-to-market Strategy, Business Partner..., Financial Metrics, International Sales, International Market..., Product Branding, Product Positioning, Product Pricing, Operating Budgets, Budgeting, P&L Responsibility, Thought Leadership, Standard Costing, Customer Engagement, Product Requirement..., Marketing Requirements, Value Propositions, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Energy, Smart Grid, Solar Project..., Regulatory Requirements, Women Engineers
Education
University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business 2007 — 2009
MBA, Marketing and Strategy
North Carolina State University 2000 — 2002
M.S., Integrated Systems Engineering
L.D. College of Engineering, Ahmedabad, Gujrat 1995 — 1999
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
Mount Carmel
Leslie Reyes Leslie Reyes's First Solar Experience September 2011 - Present
Job Office Administrator at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar September 2011 - Present
First Solar October 2010 - September 2011
First Solar June 2009 - October 2010
Skills
Administrative..., Microsoft Office, Outlook, Project Planning, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Employee Relations, Sustainability, Microsoft Word, Office Management, Customer Service, Administration, Event Planning, Office Administration, SAP, Project Management, Administrative..., Program Management, Process Improvement
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 2015 — 2018
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Labor Studies & Employment Relations (Organizational Management Minor)
Middlesex County College 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
First Solar September 2011 - Present
First Solar October 2010 - September 2011
First Solar June 2009 - October 2010
Skills
Administrative..., Microsoft Office, Outlook, Project Planning, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Employee Relations, Sustainability, Microsoft Word, Office Management, Customer Service, Administration, Event Planning, Office Administration, SAP, Project Management, Administrative..., Program Management, Process Improvement
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 2015 — 2018
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Labor Studies & Employment Relations (Organizational Management Minor)
Middlesex County College 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Jeanina Joseph Jeanina Joseph's First Solar Experience September 2012 - March 2013
Job Graduate Student at SNHU
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Southern New Hampshire University June 2013 - Present
KHTS Radio August 2013 - December 2013
First Solar September 2012 - March 2013
Healthcare Solutions April 2011 - September 2012
PNC April 2005 - September 2012
Skills
Writing, Time Management, Phone Etiquette, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Radio Broadcasting, News Writing, Crisis Communications, Sports, Organizational..., Problem Solving, Voice Over, Fundraising, Close Attention to..., Radio, Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Social Media, Social Networking, PowerPoint, Editing, Creative Writing, Marketing, Event Planning, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Administrative Work, Creativity, Microsoft Word, Team Management, Acting Training, Banking, Non-profit Volunteer, Written & Verbal..., Computer Proficiency, Proficient Typing Skills, Positive Personality, Highly personable, Committed to..., Optimization, Facebook Marketing, Twitter, Typing, Photography, Sports Writing, Legal Research, Legal Compliance, Auditing, Blogging
Education
SNHU 2013 — 2014
Master's degree, Communication and Media Studies
Monmouth University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice and Corrections
Southern New Hampshire University June 2013 - Present
KHTS Radio August 2013 - December 2013
First Solar September 2012 - March 2013
Healthcare Solutions April 2011 - September 2012
PNC April 2005 - September 2012
Skills
Writing, Time Management, Phone Etiquette, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Radio Broadcasting, News Writing, Crisis Communications, Sports, Organizational..., Problem Solving, Voice Over, Fundraising, Close Attention to..., Radio, Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Social Media, Social Networking, PowerPoint, Editing, Creative Writing, Marketing, Event Planning, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Administrative Work, Creativity, Microsoft Word, Team Management, Acting Training, Banking, Non-profit Volunteer, Written & Verbal..., Computer Proficiency, Proficient Typing Skills, Positive Personality, Highly personable, Committed to..., Optimization, Facebook Marketing, Twitter, Typing, Photography, Sports Writing, Legal Research, Legal Compliance, Auditing, Blogging
Education
SNHU 2013 — 2014
Master's degree, Communication and Media Studies
Monmouth University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice and Corrections
Karla Woods's First Solar Experience April 2011 - Present
Job Supervisor Administration at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Supervisor - Administration EPC Construction/Project Management January 2015 - Present
First Solar April 2011 - Present
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Management, Report Writing, Microsoft Excel, Project Planning, Team Leadership, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Safety, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Engineering, Manufacturing, Photovoltaics, Power Generation, Process Scheduler, Procurement, Program Management, Project Management, Research, SAP
Education
Northern Arizona University 2014 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Project Management
Northern Arizona University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Interdisciplinary Studies
Phoenix College 2008 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Rio Salado College 2002 — 2004
Certificate, Computer Technology, Desktop Publishing, Office Management
Supervisor - Administration EPC Construction/Project Management January 2015 - Present
First Solar April 2011 - Present
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Management, Report Writing, Microsoft Excel, Project Planning, Team Leadership, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Safety, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Engineering, Manufacturing, Photovoltaics, Power Generation, Process Scheduler, Procurement, Program Management, Project Management, Research, SAP
Education
Northern Arizona University 2014 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Project Management
Northern Arizona University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Interdisciplinary Studies
Phoenix College 2008 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Rio Salado College 2002 — 2004
Certificate, Computer Technology, Desktop Publishing, Office Management
David Malosh David Malosh's First Solar Experience July 2006 - August 2013
Job Radiography & Computed Tomography Student
Industry Medical Practice
Experience
Mercy Health (formerly Catholic Health Partners) October 2013 - Present
First Solar July 2006 - August 2013
Kroger June 2003 - January 2007
Education
Mercy College of Ohio 2013 — 2015
Associate of Science (A.S.), Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, 4.0 GPA
Mercy College of Ohio 2013 — 2015
Certificate, Computed Tomography (CT), 4.0 GPA
Owens Community College 2012 — 2012
Certificate, Sterile Processing Technology/Technician
Toledo Technology Academy 2002 — 2006
High School Diploma, Engineering
Mercy Health (formerly Catholic Health Partners) October 2013 - Present
First Solar July 2006 - August 2013
Kroger June 2003 - January 2007
Education
Mercy College of Ohio 2013 — 2015
Associate of Science (A.S.), Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, 4.0 GPA
Mercy College of Ohio 2013 — 2015
Certificate, Computed Tomography (CT), 4.0 GPA
Owens Community College 2012 — 2012
Certificate, Sterile Processing Technology/Technician
Toledo Technology Academy 2002 — 2006
High School Diploma, Engineering
Sarah Lavis Sarah Lavis's First Solar Experience October 2011 - September 2012
Job New Models Launch Engineer at Ford Motor Company
Industry Automotive
Experience
Ford Motor Company October 2012 - Present
First Solar October 2011 - September 2012
Buddies Pub and Grill May 2010 - August 2011
PORTSIDE TREATS May 2004 - August 2009
CONE DRIVE TEXTRON January 2006 - October 2006
Skills
Product Development, Manufacturing, Management, Leadership, Engineering, Project Planning, Training, Analysis, Testing, Marketing, Project Engineering, Solar Energy, Chemical Engineering, Six Sigma, Interviews, Lean Manufacturing, Electronics, Continuous Improvement, Project Management
Education
Michigan State University 2008 — 2011
B.S, Chemical Engineering
Northwestern Michigan College 2006 — 2008
Pre-Engineering
Ford Motor Company October 2012 - Present
First Solar October 2011 - September 2012
Buddies Pub and Grill May 2010 - August 2011
PORTSIDE TREATS May 2004 - August 2009
CONE DRIVE TEXTRON January 2006 - October 2006
Skills
Product Development, Manufacturing, Management, Leadership, Engineering, Project Planning, Training, Analysis, Testing, Marketing, Project Engineering, Solar Energy, Chemical Engineering, Six Sigma, Interviews, Lean Manufacturing, Electronics, Continuous Improvement, Project Management
Education
Michigan State University 2008 — 2011
B.S, Chemical Engineering
Northwestern Michigan College 2006 — 2008
Pre-Engineering
David Gibler David Gibler's First Solar Experience June 2011 - Present
Job Construction Supervisor at First Solar
Industry Construction
Experience
First Solar June 2011 - Present
Currie & Brown January 2011 - June 2011
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. June 2008 - August 2008
T. Gerding Construction Company, Inc. June 2007 - September 2007
Education
Oregon State University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Construction Engineering Management
First Solar June 2011 - Present
Currie & Brown January 2011 - June 2011
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. June 2008 - August 2008
T. Gerding Construction Company, Inc. June 2007 - September 2007
Education
Oregon State University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Construction Engineering Management
Shannon McDevitt Shannon McDevitt's First Solar Experience June 2011 - August 2013
Job MS Engineering Design and Innovation
Industry Design
Experience
Herman Miller June 2014 - Present
Jail Education Solutions January 2014 - June 2014
First Solar June 2011 - August 2013
University of Michigan May 2010 - April 2011
Detroit Science Center May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Product Design, Renewable Energy, Solar PV, Solar Energy, Process Improvement, Product Development, Engineering, Design of Experiments, Testing, PowerPoint, Manufacturing, Data Analysis
Education
Northwestern University 2013 — 2014
MS, Engineering Design and Innovation
University of Michigan 2007 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Materials Science Engineering
Herman Miller June 2014 - Present
Jail Education Solutions January 2014 - June 2014
First Solar June 2011 - August 2013
University of Michigan May 2010 - April 2011
Detroit Science Center May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Product Design, Renewable Energy, Solar PV, Solar Energy, Process Improvement, Product Development, Engineering, Design of Experiments, Testing, PowerPoint, Manufacturing, Data Analysis
Education
Northwestern University 2013 — 2014
MS, Engineering Design and Innovation
University of Michigan 2007 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Materials Science Engineering
Lori Glover Lori Glover's First Solar Experience March 2015 - Present
Job Clean Energy Professional
Industry Construction
Experience
First Solar March 2015 - Present
Independent March 2011 - November 2013
SOLID Energy USA August 2003 - March 2011
Stirling Energy Systems, Inc. August 2000 - June 2003
Salt River Project October 1999 - September 2000
Mojave Pipeline (El Paso Natural Gas) December 1991 - July 1995
Law Firm August 1989 - August 1991
Skills
Sustainability, Solar Energy, Renewable Energy, Cleantech, Energy Efficiency, Energy, Regulatory Affairs, Public Policy, Governmental Affairs, Strategy, Utility Regulation, Utility Industry, Green Building, Construction, Start-ups, Business Strategy, Project Management, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Photovoltaics
Education
Lewis and Clark Law School 1986 — 1989
JD, Law
Oberlin College 1980 — 1984
BA, Political Science, Emphasis in Economics
First Solar March 2015 - Present
Independent March 2011 - November 2013
SOLID Energy USA August 2003 - March 2011
Stirling Energy Systems, Inc. August 2000 - June 2003
Salt River Project October 1999 - September 2000
Mojave Pipeline (El Paso Natural Gas) December 1991 - July 1995
Law Firm August 1989 - August 1991
Skills
Sustainability, Solar Energy, Renewable Energy, Cleantech, Energy Efficiency, Energy, Regulatory Affairs, Public Policy, Governmental Affairs, Strategy, Utility Regulation, Utility Industry, Green Building, Construction, Start-ups, Business Strategy, Project Management, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Photovoltaics
Education
Lewis and Clark Law School 1986 — 1989
JD, Law
Oberlin College 1980 — 1984
BA, Political Science, Emphasis in Economics
Abdulaziz Al Anazi Abdulaziz Al Anazi's First Solar Experience January 2009 - January 2010
Job PhD candidate at University of Cincinnati
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
University of Cincinnati August 2011 - Present
First Solar January 2009 - January 2010
University of Toledo January 2008 - January 2009
Skills
UV/Vis, Spectroscopy, Statistics, HPLC, Powder X-ray Diffraction, GC-MS, Water Treatment, Occupational Health, Safety, Catalysis, Industrial Hygiene, Data Analysis, Project Management, Engineering, Leadership, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Matlab, Research, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Education
Medical University of Ohio at Toledo 2008 — 2010
M.S., Occupational Health
University of Toledo 2005 — 2008
B.S., Chemical Engineering
University of Cincinnati August 2011 - Present
First Solar January 2009 - January 2010
University of Toledo January 2008 - January 2009
Skills
UV/Vis, Spectroscopy, Statistics, HPLC, Powder X-ray Diffraction, GC-MS, Water Treatment, Occupational Health, Safety, Catalysis, Industrial Hygiene, Data Analysis, Project Management, Engineering, Leadership, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Matlab, Research, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Education
Medical University of Ohio at Toledo 2008 — 2010
M.S., Occupational Health
University of Toledo 2005 — 2008
B.S., Chemical Engineering
Matthew Gardeski's First Solar Experience September 2013 - Present
Job Development Engineering Techinician II at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar September 2013 - Present
First Solar February 2013 - September 2013
Michigan Technological University June 2011 - August 2012
Skills
Scanning Electron..., Materials Science, Microfabrication, Electrical Engineering, Rapid Prototyping, Darkroom, Chemical Processing, Thermal Processing, Micromachining, Material Selection, MIG welding, Optical Microscopy, Matlab
Education
Michigan Technological University 2007 — 2012
BS, Materials Science
First Solar September 2013 - Present
First Solar February 2013 - September 2013
Michigan Technological University June 2011 - August 2012
Skills
Scanning Electron..., Materials Science, Microfabrication, Electrical Engineering, Rapid Prototyping, Darkroom, Chemical Processing, Thermal Processing, Micromachining, Material Selection, MIG welding, Optical Microscopy, Matlab
Education
Michigan Technological University 2007 — 2012
BS, Materials Science
Erik (Skip) Smith's First Solar Experience 2010 - 2012
Job Senior Product Manager at SunEdison
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
SunEdison 2012 - Present
AQT Solar 2012 - 2012
First Solar 2010 - 2012
Soladigm 2010 - 2010
Solyndra Inc. 2007 - 2010
Intel Corporation 2003 - 2007
US Navy 1994 - 2000
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Automation, Process Improvement, Integration, Troubleshooting, Six Sigma, Team Leadership, Coaching, Manufacturing, Engineering, Process Engineering, Manufacturing..., Engineering Management, SPC, Semiconductors, Operations Management, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, R&D, Start-ups, Process Development, TQM, Systems Engineering, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Kaizen, Energy, Electronics, Team Building, ISO, Cost Reduction, Cost, Strategic Planning, Testing, Reliability, Optimization, CPI, Problem Solving, Quality Systems, Manufacturing Management, Solar, Factory, Industrial Engineering, Analysis, Solar Energy, Process Simulation, Quality System, Management, Photovoltaics
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
MBA and MSEE, Operations Management and Probabilistic Systems Analysis
United States Naval Academy
BS, Systems Engineering
SunEdison 2012 - Present
AQT Solar 2012 - 2012
First Solar 2010 - 2012
Soladigm 2010 - 2010
Solyndra Inc. 2007 - 2010
Intel Corporation 2003 - 2007
US Navy 1994 - 2000
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Automation, Process Improvement, Integration, Troubleshooting, Six Sigma, Team Leadership, Coaching, Manufacturing, Engineering, Process Engineering, Manufacturing..., Engineering Management, SPC, Semiconductors, Operations Management, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, R&D, Start-ups, Process Development, TQM, Systems Engineering, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Kaizen, Energy, Electronics, Team Building, ISO, Cost Reduction, Cost, Strategic Planning, Testing, Reliability, Optimization, CPI, Problem Solving, Quality Systems, Manufacturing Management, Solar, Factory, Industrial Engineering, Analysis, Solar Energy, Process Simulation, Quality System, Management, Photovoltaics
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
MBA and MSEE, Operations Management and Probabilistic Systems Analysis
United States Naval Academy
BS, Systems Engineering
Harry Sawyer Harry Sawyer's First Solar Experience August 2010 - June 2011
Job SCADA/I&C Manager at E.ON Climate & Renewables
Industry Utilities
Experience
E.ON Climate & Renewables August 2012 - Present
E.ON Climate and Renewables June 2011 - August 2012
First Solar August 2010 - June 2011
E.ON Climate and Renewables October 2006 - September 2010
Airtricity 2006 - 2007
Public Service Electric & Gas August 2001 - September 2006
Automated Control Concepts 1997 - 2001
PCS Construction, Inc. 1994 - 1997
PRK Associates, Inc. 1993 - 1995
Skills
Solar Energy, wind energy, generation management..., Wind, SCADA, Automation, Control Systems Design, Energy, Project Engineering, Engineering, Substation, Power Systems, Power Generation, Power Plants, Wind Turbines, Engineering Management, Electricity, Testing, EPC, Procurement, Renewable Energy, Commissioning, Electricians, Electrical Engineering, Power Distribution, High Voltage, Photovoltaics
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology 1986 — 1992
BSEE, Electrical Engineering
WHRHS
E.ON Climate & Renewables August 2012 - Present
E.ON Climate and Renewables June 2011 - August 2012
First Solar August 2010 - June 2011
E.ON Climate and Renewables October 2006 - September 2010
Airtricity 2006 - 2007
Public Service Electric & Gas August 2001 - September 2006
Automated Control Concepts 1997 - 2001
PCS Construction, Inc. 1994 - 1997
PRK Associates, Inc. 1993 - 1995
Skills
Solar Energy, wind energy, generation management..., Wind, SCADA, Automation, Control Systems Design, Energy, Project Engineering, Engineering, Substation, Power Systems, Power Generation, Power Plants, Wind Turbines, Engineering Management, Electricity, Testing, EPC, Procurement, Renewable Energy, Commissioning, Electricians, Electrical Engineering, Power Distribution, High Voltage, Photovoltaics
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology 1986 — 1992
BSEE, Electrical Engineering
WHRHS
Jared Raymond Jared Raymond's First Solar Experience June 2011 - January 2012
Job Community Planner at FAA
Industry Aviation & Aerospace
Experience
FAA November 2012 - Present
City of Sedona January 2012 - November 2012
First Solar June 2011 - January 2012
EPG April 2010 - June 2011
Clark County February 2007 - February 2010
Clark County November 2004 - February 2007
Clark County September 2002 - November 2004
Skills
Permitting, Land Use, Urban Planning, NEPA, Renewable Energy, Zoning, ArcGIS, Land Use Planning, Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, Environmental Impact..., Environmental Awareness, Entitlements, Proposal Writing, GIS, General Public
Education
Northern Arizona University 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS), Environmental & Public Planning
University of Arizona 1998 — 1999
FAA November 2012 - Present
City of Sedona January 2012 - November 2012
First Solar June 2011 - January 2012
EPG April 2010 - June 2011
Clark County February 2007 - February 2010
Clark County November 2004 - February 2007
Clark County September 2002 - November 2004
Skills
Permitting, Land Use, Urban Planning, NEPA, Renewable Energy, Zoning, ArcGIS, Land Use Planning, Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, Environmental Impact..., Environmental Awareness, Entitlements, Proposal Writing, GIS, General Public
Education
Northern Arizona University 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS), Environmental & Public Planning
University of Arizona 1998 — 1999
Andrei Los Andrei Los's First Solar Experience July 2011 - Present
Job Device Physicist at First Solar
Industry Semiconductors
Experience
First Solar July 2011 - Present
Freescale Semiconductor Inc. / ISS Ltd January 2004 - July 2011
Institute of Magnetism, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine October 2008 - January 2010
Mississippi State University January 2001 - December 2003
Skills
Characterization, Semiconductors, Physics, Simulations, Experimentation, Electronics, Device Characterization, Photovoltaics, Materials, Electron Microscopy, Semiconductor Device, Thin Films, Design of Experiments, Semiconductor Industry, Materials Science, SoC, Patents, IC, R&D, Silicon
Education
Institute of Semiconductor Physics 2004 — 2005
Candidate of Science, Physics, Mathematics
Mississippi State University 1997 — 2001
PhD, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics
National Technical University of Ukraine 'Kyiv Polytechnic Institute' 1986 — 1993
Engineer, Electronics
First Solar July 2011 - Present
Freescale Semiconductor Inc. / ISS Ltd January 2004 - July 2011
Institute of Magnetism, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine October 2008 - January 2010
Mississippi State University January 2001 - December 2003
Skills
Characterization, Semiconductors, Physics, Simulations, Experimentation, Electronics, Device Characterization, Photovoltaics, Materials, Electron Microscopy, Semiconductor Device, Thin Films, Design of Experiments, Semiconductor Industry, Materials Science, SoC, Patents, IC, R&D, Silicon
Education
Institute of Semiconductor Physics 2004 — 2005
Candidate of Science, Physics, Mathematics
Mississippi State University 1997 — 2001
PhD, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics
National Technical University of Ukraine 'Kyiv Polytechnic Institute' 1986 — 1993
Engineer, Electronics
Jerome LeBoeuf Jerome LeBoeuf's First Solar Experience June 2009 - August 2010
Job Patent Examiner
Industry Government Administration
Experience
USPTO June 2014 - Present
McGill University September 2010 - June 2014
First Solar June 2009 - August 2010
Michigan State University January 2009 - May 2009
Professional Educational Services Group March 2008 - May 2009
Michigan State University August 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Materials Science, Manufacturing, Engineering, Semiconductors, Process Improvement, Electronics, Analysis, Entrepreneurship, CVD, Teaching, Test Process Development, Prior Art Search, Patent Prosecution, R&D, Technical Presentations, 24x7 Production Support, New Hire Training, SEM, TEM, Furnace, Electron Beam..., PECVD, PVD, Project Management, Wet Chemical Etching, Reactive Ion Etching, Photolithography
Education
McGill University 2010 — 2014
PhD, Materials Science
Michigan State University 2003 — 2009
BS, BA, Materials Science and Engineering, German
The University of Freiburg 2005 — 2006
German
USPTO June 2014 - Present
McGill University September 2010 - June 2014
First Solar June 2009 - August 2010
Michigan State University January 2009 - May 2009
Professional Educational Services Group March 2008 - May 2009
Michigan State University August 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Materials Science, Manufacturing, Engineering, Semiconductors, Process Improvement, Electronics, Analysis, Entrepreneurship, CVD, Teaching, Test Process Development, Prior Art Search, Patent Prosecution, R&D, Technical Presentations, 24x7 Production Support, New Hire Training, SEM, TEM, Furnace, Electron Beam..., PECVD, PVD, Project Management, Wet Chemical Etching, Reactive Ion Etching, Photolithography
Education
McGill University 2010 — 2014
PhD, Materials Science
Michigan State University 2003 — 2009
BS, BA, Materials Science and Engineering, German
The University of Freiburg 2005 — 2006
German
Cory Steffek Cory Steffek's First Solar Experience July 2011 - October 2012
Job Corporate Venture Capital at Aramco Energy Ventures
Industry Venture Capital & Private Equity
Experience
Aramco Energy Ventures October 2012 - Present
First Solar July 2011 - October 2012
Altira Group March 2008 - July 2011
PPG Industries September 2003 - August 2006
PPG Industries November 2001 - September 2003
Skills
Investments, Corporate Development, Renewable Energy, Divestitures, Valuation, Due Diligence, Private Equity, Energy, Strategic Partnerships, Venture Capital, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Start-ups, Strategic Planning, Product Development, International Business, Corporate Governance, Strategy, Cleantech, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Thin Films
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
MBA, Finance, Entrepreneurship
University of Michigan
Ph.D., Materials Chemistry
Aramco Energy Ventures October 2012 - Present
First Solar July 2011 - October 2012
Altira Group March 2008 - July 2011
PPG Industries September 2003 - August 2006
PPG Industries November 2001 - September 2003
Skills
Investments, Corporate Development, Renewable Energy, Divestitures, Valuation, Due Diligence, Private Equity, Energy, Strategic Partnerships, Venture Capital, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Start-ups, Strategic Planning, Product Development, International Business, Corporate Governance, Strategy, Cleantech, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Thin Films
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
MBA, Finance, Entrepreneurship
University of Michigan
Ph.D., Materials Chemistry
Jessica Comfort Jessica Comfort's First Solar Experience November 2011 - June 2013
Job Mission Manager at Space Exploration Technologies
Industry Aviation & Aerospace
Experience
Space Exploration Technologies September 2013 - Present
EnCorps, Inc. June 2013 - Present
First Solar November 2011 - June 2013
First Solar May 2011 - January 2012
RayTracker June 2010 - May 2011
Solar Compliance November 2009 - June 2010
Energy Innovations March 2007 - September 2009
Lockheed Martin April 2005 - March 2007
Albin Engineering April 2004 - March 2005
Lockheed Martin Space Systems January 2000 - September 2003
Skills
Engineering Management, Solar Energy, Systems Engineering, Renewable Energy, Engineering, Photovoltaics, Program Management, Product Development, Start-ups, PMO Development, PMO Design, PMO set-up, Theory of Constraints, Critical Chain Project..., Product Management..., Product Road Mapping, Earned Value Management, Integrated Master..., Solidworks, Propulsion, Spacecraft Design, Satellite Systems..., Launch Operations, Cross Functional Team..., Cross-functional Team..., Cross-functional..., Project Portfolio..., Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Certified Green Belt, Alternative Energy, Business Strategy, CRM, Process Improvement, Product Lifecycle..., Team Leadership, Situational Leadership, Design for Manufacturing, Testing, Project Management, R&D, Continuous Improvement, Leadership, Business Development, Aerospace, Project Planning, Proposal Writing, Management
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Aeronautics and Astronautics
Other Training and Credentials
Space Exploration Technologies September 2013 - Present
EnCorps, Inc. June 2013 - Present
First Solar November 2011 - June 2013
First Solar May 2011 - January 2012
RayTracker June 2010 - May 2011
Solar Compliance November 2009 - June 2010
Energy Innovations March 2007 - September 2009
Lockheed Martin April 2005 - March 2007
Albin Engineering April 2004 - March 2005
Lockheed Martin Space Systems January 2000 - September 2003
Skills
Engineering Management, Solar Energy, Systems Engineering, Renewable Energy, Engineering, Photovoltaics, Program Management, Product Development, Start-ups, PMO Development, PMO Design, PMO set-up, Theory of Constraints, Critical Chain Project..., Product Management..., Product Road Mapping, Earned Value Management, Integrated Master..., Solidworks, Propulsion, Spacecraft Design, Satellite Systems..., Launch Operations, Cross Functional Team..., Cross-functional Team..., Cross-functional..., Project Portfolio..., Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Certified Green Belt, Alternative Energy, Business Strategy, CRM, Process Improvement, Product Lifecycle..., Team Leadership, Situational Leadership, Design for Manufacturing, Testing, Project Management, R&D, Continuous Improvement, Leadership, Business Development, Aerospace, Project Planning, Proposal Writing, Management
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Aeronautics and Astronautics
Other Training and Credentials
Marisa Policastro Marisa Policastro's First Solar Experience January 2011 - Present
Job Site Development Manager at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar January 2011 - Present
First Solar November 2009 - January 2011
First Solar February 2009 - November 2009
Omland Engineering September 2005 - February 2009
Schoor DePalma 2001 - 2005
CMX (Formerly Schoor DePalma) 2001 - 2005
Skills
Permitting, Construction, Site Development, Planning, Utility Design, Civil Engineering, SWPPPs, Project Planning, Stormwater Management, Solar Energy, Grading, Drainage, Feasibility Studies, Land Development, Road, Site Plans, Engineering, Soil, Surveying, Sewer, Value Engineering, Erosion Control, Entitlements, Zoning, Project Engineering, Construction Management, Project Estimation, Sediment Control, Land Use, Inspection, Environmental..., EPC, AutoCAD, Water, Renewable Energy, Photovoltaics, Environmental Compliance, Project Control, Contract Management, Primavera P6, Environmental Awareness, Energy Efficiency, Submittals, Green Building, Power Generation, Energy, LEED, Sustainability, Project Management
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology 2002 — 2004
Master's degree, Civil Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology 1997 — 2002
BS, Civil Engineering
First Solar January 2011 - Present
First Solar November 2009 - January 2011
First Solar February 2009 - November 2009
Omland Engineering September 2005 - February 2009
Schoor DePalma 2001 - 2005
CMX (Formerly Schoor DePalma) 2001 - 2005
Skills
Permitting, Construction, Site Development, Planning, Utility Design, Civil Engineering, SWPPPs, Project Planning, Stormwater Management, Solar Energy, Grading, Drainage, Feasibility Studies, Land Development, Road, Site Plans, Engineering, Soil, Surveying, Sewer, Value Engineering, Erosion Control, Entitlements, Zoning, Project Engineering, Construction Management, Project Estimation, Sediment Control, Land Use, Inspection, Environmental..., EPC, AutoCAD, Water, Renewable Energy, Photovoltaics, Environmental Compliance, Project Control, Contract Management, Primavera P6, Environmental Awareness, Energy Efficiency, Submittals, Green Building, Power Generation, Energy, LEED, Sustainability, Project Management
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology 2002 — 2004
Master's degree, Civil Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology 1997 — 2002
BS, Civil Engineering
Nick Gorfinkle Nick Gorfinkle's First Solar Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Electrical Engineer at First Solar
Industry Construction
Experience
First Solar June 2014 - Present
Anderson Renewable Energy LLC September 2013 - Present
GeoPeak Energy LLC October 2011 - September 2013
The Solar Center June 2010 - October 2011
NSTAR January 2009 - June 2009
GE Fanuc January 2008 - December 2008
Norwood Municipal Light December 2006 - June 2007
Skills
Matlab, AutoCAD, C++, HTML, Java, Microsoft Excel, Access, Visual Studio, Operating Systems, SQL, JavaScript, Hardware, XP, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Word, Energy Efficiency, Photovoltaics, Solar Energy, Energy, Solar PV, Energy Management, Wind, Sustainable Energy, Engineering, Renewable Energy, Alternative Energy, Solar Power, Solar Thermal, Power Distribution, Electricians, Energy Conservation, Electrical Engineering, Energy Audits, Cleantech, PV, Inverters, Electricity, Sustainability, CAD, Smart Grid
Education
Northeastern University 2005 — 2010
BSEE, Electrical Engineering, Minor in Business
Bloomfield High School 2001 — 2005
Solar Energy International (SEI)
Solar Energy Technology/Technician
First Solar June 2014 - Present
Anderson Renewable Energy LLC September 2013 - Present
GeoPeak Energy LLC October 2011 - September 2013
The Solar Center June 2010 - October 2011
NSTAR January 2009 - June 2009
GE Fanuc January 2008 - December 2008
Norwood Municipal Light December 2006 - June 2007
Skills
Matlab, AutoCAD, C++, HTML, Java, Microsoft Excel, Access, Visual Studio, Operating Systems, SQL, JavaScript, Hardware, XP, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Word, Energy Efficiency, Photovoltaics, Solar Energy, Energy, Solar PV, Energy Management, Wind, Sustainable Energy, Engineering, Renewable Energy, Alternative Energy, Solar Power, Solar Thermal, Power Distribution, Electricians, Energy Conservation, Electrical Engineering, Energy Audits, Cleantech, PV, Inverters, Electricity, Sustainability, CAD, Smart Grid
Education
Northeastern University 2005 — 2010
BSEE, Electrical Engineering, Minor in Business
Bloomfield High School 2001 — 2005
Solar Energy International (SEI)
Solar Energy Technology/Technician
Sherry Bennight Sherry Bennight's First Solar Experience October 2009 - July 2010
Job Sr. Training Team Lead and Instructional Designer
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Teksoft Ventures December 2007 - Present
Travis County July 2012 - December 2012
Johnson Controls November 2011 - July 2012
The Jones Group Inc. June 2011 - October 2011
Stanley Black & Decker , Inc. March 2011 - June 2011
Commonwealth of Kentucky August 2010 - February 2011
First Solar October 2009 - July 2010
NEC May 2009 - August 2009
Stanley Security Solutions 2008 - 2008
Madden Communications 2007 - 2007
Skills
SAP, SAP HR, SAP MM, SAP SD, uPerform, SAP R/3, Training Delivery, End User Training, Business Process, Purchasing, Change Management, SAP ERP, SD, Training, Logistics, Master Data, Instructional Design, SAP Implementation, SharePoint, Visio, Business Process..., Software Documentation, Integration, CRM, Materials Management, Supply Chain, ERP, E-Learning, Cross-functional Team..., Captivate, Instructor-led Training
Education
Webster University 1996 — 1997
Masters of Science, Human Resources Development
Missouri Southern State University 1992 — 1994
Bachelor of Science, Political Science
Teksoft Ventures December 2007 - Present
Travis County July 2012 - December 2012
Johnson Controls November 2011 - July 2012
The Jones Group Inc. June 2011 - October 2011
Stanley Black & Decker , Inc. March 2011 - June 2011
Commonwealth of Kentucky August 2010 - February 2011
First Solar October 2009 - July 2010
NEC May 2009 - August 2009
Stanley Security Solutions 2008 - 2008
Madden Communications 2007 - 2007
Skills
SAP, SAP HR, SAP MM, SAP SD, uPerform, SAP R/3, Training Delivery, End User Training, Business Process, Purchasing, Change Management, SAP ERP, SD, Training, Logistics, Master Data, Instructional Design, SAP Implementation, SharePoint, Visio, Business Process..., Software Documentation, Integration, CRM, Materials Management, Supply Chain, ERP, E-Learning, Cross-functional Team..., Captivate, Instructor-led Training
Education
Webster University 1996 — 1997
Masters of Science, Human Resources Development
Missouri Southern State University 1992 — 1994
Bachelor of Science, Political Science
Steve Carroll's First Solar Experience June 2011 - December 2011
Job Power Generation O&M Construction Consultant
Industry Utilities
Experience
Power Generation O&M Construction Consultant September 2015 - Present
Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems Americas January 2015 - September 2015
Consulting February 2013 - January 2015
Abengoa Solar, Seville, Spain: Abu Dhabi, UAE 100MW Shams 1 Solar Power Plant January 2012 - January 2013
First Solar June 2011 - December 2011
Florida Municipal Power Agency, FMPA November 2007 - December 2010
PurEnergy I, LLC 2007 - 2007
GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, USA 2005 - 2007
INVENSYS APV, Tonawanda, NY 2004 - 2005
INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT 2003 - 2005
Skills
Power Generation, Turbines, Contract Management, Solar, Renewable Energy, Power Plants, Steam Turbines, Solar Energy, Project Engineering, Procurement, Steam, Gas Turbines, Generators, Electric Power, Power Systems, Maintenance Management, Energy, Gas, Commissioning, Engineering, EPC, Electricity, Factory, Natural Gas, Cogeneration, Boilers, Energy Management, Plant Management
Education
Manhattan College 1976 — 1978
BEME, Mechanical Engineering
Power Generation O&M Construction Consultant September 2015 - Present
Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems Americas January 2015 - September 2015
Consulting February 2013 - January 2015
Abengoa Solar, Seville, Spain: Abu Dhabi, UAE 100MW Shams 1 Solar Power Plant January 2012 - January 2013
First Solar June 2011 - December 2011
Florida Municipal Power Agency, FMPA November 2007 - December 2010
PurEnergy I, LLC 2007 - 2007
GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, USA 2005 - 2007
INVENSYS APV, Tonawanda, NY 2004 - 2005
INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT 2003 - 2005
Skills
Power Generation, Turbines, Contract Management, Solar, Renewable Energy, Power Plants, Steam Turbines, Solar Energy, Project Engineering, Procurement, Steam, Gas Turbines, Generators, Electric Power, Power Systems, Maintenance Management, Energy, Gas, Commissioning, Engineering, EPC, Electricity, Factory, Natural Gas, Cogeneration, Boilers, Energy Management, Plant Management
Education
Manhattan College 1976 — 1978
BEME, Mechanical Engineering
Niraj Vaghela's First Solar Experience June 2009 - July 2011
Job Sr. Electrical Engineer
Industry Semiconductors
Experience
Semiconductor Capitol Equipment Manufacturer January 2014 - Present
Consultant September 2012 - December 2013
MiaSole July 2011 - August 2012
First Solar June 2009 - July 2011
Novellus Systems acquired by Lam Research Corporation April 2001 - December 2008
ENI (MKS) May 2000 - 2001
Huettinger Electronics, Inc. December 1997 - May 2000
Skills
Management, Solar Energy, Failure Analysis, Electrical Engineering, RF, Electricians, Thin Films, SPC, Metrology, Generators, Manufacturing, Photovoltaics, Engineering Management, Semiconductors, Design of Experiments, Systems Engineering, PVD
Education
Northeastern University 1983 — 1991
BSEE
Semiconductor Capitol Equipment Manufacturer January 2014 - Present
Consultant September 2012 - December 2013
MiaSole July 2011 - August 2012
First Solar June 2009 - July 2011
Novellus Systems acquired by Lam Research Corporation April 2001 - December 2008
ENI (MKS) May 2000 - 2001
Huettinger Electronics, Inc. December 1997 - May 2000
Skills
Management, Solar Energy, Failure Analysis, Electrical Engineering, RF, Electricians, Thin Films, SPC, Metrology, Generators, Manufacturing, Photovoltaics, Engineering Management, Semiconductors, Design of Experiments, Systems Engineering, PVD
Education
Northeastern University 1983 — 1991
BSEE
Farangmeher Ghadiali's First Solar Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Manager Instrumentation and Controls at First Solar
Industry Utilities
Experience
First Solar September 2014 - Present
Covanta Energy September 2013 - August 2014
Luminant May 2010 - August 2013
Luminant July 2007 - April 2010
Nortel January 2005 - 2007
Nortel Networks January 1998 - December 2004
Skills
Power Plants, Embedded Systems, Instrumentation, Energy, Power Generation, VxWorks, SCADA, Engineering Management, SIP, Electrical Engineering, Project Engineering, Commissioning, Engineering, Power Distribution, Power Systems, Steam, Electric Power
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 1995 — 1997
MS, Electrical Engineering
NED University of Engineering and Technology 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Adamjee Science College 1988 — 1990
Higher Secondary School Certificate
B.V.S. Parsi High School 1978 — 1987
Secondary School Certification
First Solar September 2014 - Present
Covanta Energy September 2013 - August 2014
Luminant May 2010 - August 2013
Luminant July 2007 - April 2010
Nortel January 2005 - 2007
Nortel Networks January 1998 - December 2004
Skills
Power Plants, Embedded Systems, Instrumentation, Energy, Power Generation, VxWorks, SCADA, Engineering Management, SIP, Electrical Engineering, Project Engineering, Commissioning, Engineering, Power Distribution, Power Systems, Steam, Electric Power
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 1995 — 1997
MS, Electrical Engineering
NED University of Engineering and Technology 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Adamjee Science College 1988 — 1990
Higher Secondary School Certificate
B.V.S. Parsi High School 1978 — 1987
Secondary School Certification
Litian Liu's First Solar Experience August 2009 - Present
Job Engineering Manager at First Solar
Industry Semiconductors
Experience
First Solar August 2009 - Present
Novellus Systems, Inc. April 2007 - August 2009
Novellus Systems, PVD Business Unit July 1997 - March 2007
Varian, Thin Film Systems July 1996 - July 1997
Research Center of Instruments, Chinese Academy of Sciences March 1993 - June 1995
Skills
PVD, Failure Analysis, Design of Experiments, Semiconductors, Thin Films, FMEA, Metrology, UHV, Solidworks, Engineering Management, Vacuum, Sputtering
Education
Northeastern University 1985 — 1988
MS, ME
First Solar August 2009 - Present
Novellus Systems, Inc. April 2007 - August 2009
Novellus Systems, PVD Business Unit July 1997 - March 2007
Varian, Thin Film Systems July 1996 - July 1997
Research Center of Instruments, Chinese Academy of Sciences March 1993 - June 1995
Skills
PVD, Failure Analysis, Design of Experiments, Semiconductors, Thin Films, FMEA, Metrology, UHV, Solidworks, Engineering Management, Vacuum, Sputtering
Education
Northeastern University 1985 — 1988
MS, ME
Bruce Bengtson's First Solar Experience February 2008 - October 2010
Job Senior Research Specialist at 3M
Industry Chemicals
Robert Jenkins's First Solar Experience December 2008 - August 2012
Job Managing Consultant Power Engineer at Flynn Resource Consultants Inc.
Industry Utilities
Experience
Flynn Resource Consultants Inc. August 2012 - Present
First Solar December 2008 - August 2012
Pacific Gas and Electric Company June 2005 - December 2008
Mirant July 2001 - August 2005
Pacific Gas & Electric 1981 - 1999
Skills
Solar, Photovoltaics, Power Plants, Renewable Energy, Energy, Electrical, Solar Energy, Interconnection..., Electric Transmission, Power Systems, Power Transmission, Electric Power, Electrical Engineering, Energy Policy, High Voltage, Power Generation, Transmission, Energy Markets, Alternative Energy, Engineering, Due Diligence, Wind, Generators, Smart Grid, Solar Power, NERC, Energy Management, Sustainable Energy, Electricity Markets, Energy Efficiency, Demand Response, Substation, Power Distribution
Education
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1980 — 1981
ME EPE, Electric Power
North Carolina State University 1976 — 1980
BSEE, Electrical Engineering
Flynn Resource Consultants Inc. August 2012 - Present
First Solar December 2008 - August 2012
Pacific Gas and Electric Company June 2005 - December 2008
Mirant July 2001 - August 2005
Pacific Gas & Electric 1981 - 1999
Skills
Solar, Photovoltaics, Power Plants, Renewable Energy, Energy, Electrical, Solar Energy, Interconnection..., Electric Transmission, Power Systems, Power Transmission, Electric Power, Electrical Engineering, Energy Policy, High Voltage, Power Generation, Transmission, Energy Markets, Alternative Energy, Engineering, Due Diligence, Wind, Generators, Smart Grid, Solar Power, NERC, Energy Management, Sustainable Energy, Electricity Markets, Energy Efficiency, Demand Response, Substation, Power Distribution
Education
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1980 — 1981
ME EPE, Electric Power
North Carolina State University 1976 — 1980
BSEE, Electrical Engineering
Adam Kandil, PE's First Solar Experience December 2010 - June 2011
Job Senior Civil Engineer at Jacobs
Industry Civil Engineering
Experience
Jacobs June 2011 - Present
First Solar December 2010 - June 2011
The RBA Group June 2008 - July 2010
Bohler Engineering January 2006 - June 2008
Careaga Engineering May 2004 - January 2006
Skills
Site Design, Civil Engineering, Highways, Road, Site Planning, Construction Management, Rail, Land Development, Project Engineering, Project Coordination, Project Planning, Stormwater Management, Site Grading, Utility Design, Proposal Writing, Solar, Erosion Control, Site Plans, Sewer, Grading, Drainage, Solar Energy, Site Development, Microstation, Transportation..., Project Estimation, Feasibility Studies, Hydrology, Water, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Surveying, Management, Project Management, AutoCAD, Construction, Microsoft Office, Engineering, Microsoft Project, Contract Management
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology 2002 — 2004
Civil Engineering
Parsippany High School
Jacobs June 2011 - Present
First Solar December 2010 - June 2011
The RBA Group June 2008 - July 2010
Bohler Engineering January 2006 - June 2008
Careaga Engineering May 2004 - January 2006
Skills
Site Design, Civil Engineering, Highways, Road, Site Planning, Construction Management, Rail, Land Development, Project Engineering, Project Coordination, Project Planning, Stormwater Management, Site Grading, Utility Design, Proposal Writing, Solar, Erosion Control, Site Plans, Sewer, Grading, Drainage, Solar Energy, Site Development, Microstation, Transportation..., Project Estimation, Feasibility Studies, Hydrology, Water, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Surveying, Management, Project Management, AutoCAD, Construction, Microsoft Office, Engineering, Microsoft Project, Contract Management
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology 2002 — 2004
Civil Engineering
Parsippany High School
Carolyn Fischer's First Solar Experience 2010 - Present
Job Consultant, Expatriate Assignments & Immigration at First Solar
Industry Automotive
Experience
First Solar 2010 - Present
Dana Corporation October 1984 - September 2006
Dana Corporation 1984 - 2006
Skills
Expatriate Management, Deferred Compensation, Labor Relations, HRIS, Succession Planning, Benefits Administration, Onboarding, HR Policies, Talent Management, Employee Engagement, Union Avoidance, Executive Pay, Human Resources, Workforce Planning, FMLA
Education
Mohawk College 1985 — 1989
BA, Human Resources
First Solar 2010 - Present
Dana Corporation October 1984 - September 2006
Dana Corporation 1984 - 2006
Skills
Expatriate Management, Deferred Compensation, Labor Relations, HRIS, Succession Planning, Benefits Administration, Onboarding, HR Policies, Talent Management, Employee Engagement, Union Avoidance, Executive Pay, Human Resources, Workforce Planning, FMLA
Education
Mohawk College 1985 — 1989
BA, Human Resources
Jonathan Kalfus, P.E.'s First Solar Experience May 2010 - May 2012
Job Director of Product Development at Waltron LLC
Industry Construction
Experience
Waltron LLC April 2013 - Present
IEC TC82 2014 - 2015
IEC TC82 2014 - 2015
IEC TC82 2014 - 2015
IEC TC82 2014 - 2015
First Solar May 2010 - May 2012
DLB Associates 2012 - 2012
Petra Solar 2007 - 2010
Tyco Submarine Systems Laboratories 1998 - 2001
Skills
Solar Energy, Engineering, Power Supplies, Solar Power, Project Management, Electronics, Photovoltaics, Testing, Electrical Engineering, RF, Inverters, Engineering Management, Product Development, Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Power Electronics
Education
City College, City University of New York 1985 — 1989
BS in Electrical Engineering, BS in Accounting
New York University
BS in Accounting
Waltron LLC April 2013 - Present
IEC TC82 2014 - 2015
IEC TC82 2014 - 2015
IEC TC82 2014 - 2015
IEC TC82 2014 - 2015
First Solar May 2010 - May 2012
DLB Associates 2012 - 2012
Petra Solar 2007 - 2010
Tyco Submarine Systems Laboratories 1998 - 2001
Skills
Solar Energy, Engineering, Power Supplies, Solar Power, Project Management, Electronics, Photovoltaics, Testing, Electrical Engineering, RF, Inverters, Engineering Management, Product Development, Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Power Electronics
Education
City College, City University of New York 1985 — 1989
BS in Electrical Engineering, BS in Accounting
New York University
BS in Accounting
Chris Wahlers's First Solar Experience November 2010 - Present
Job SAP PS/PP/QM Senior Consultant
Industry Aviation & Aerospace
Experience
First Solar November 2010 - Present
Johnson & Johnson 2013 - 2015
BD June 2012 - September 2013
Aker Philadelphia Shipyard March 2012 - June 2012
FLIR Systems March 2005 - March 2012
United Nations September 2009 - November 2010
ASM America 2008 - 2009
ASM International NV 2008 - 2009
Honeywell Aerospace 1996 - 2005
Honeywell Intl 1996 - 2005
Skills
SAP PS, SAP, SAP Implementation, SD, ABAP, Data Migration, SAP R/3, SAP ERP, Materials Management, ERP, Integration, SAP MM, Business Process, SAP Netweaver, SAP SD, ECC, Master Data, SAP SRM, IDOC
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology 1994 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
First Solar November 2010 - Present
Johnson & Johnson 2013 - 2015
BD June 2012 - September 2013
Aker Philadelphia Shipyard March 2012 - June 2012
FLIR Systems March 2005 - March 2012
United Nations September 2009 - November 2010
ASM America 2008 - 2009
ASM International NV 2008 - 2009
Honeywell Aerospace 1996 - 2005
Honeywell Intl 1996 - 2005
Skills
SAP PS, SAP, SAP Implementation, SD, ABAP, Data Migration, SAP R/3, SAP ERP, Materials Management, ERP, Integration, SAP MM, Business Process, SAP Netweaver, SAP SD, ECC, Master Data, SAP SRM, IDOC
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology 1994 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Ramesh Godithi's First Solar Experience March 2011 - March 2012
Job Manager Reliability Engineering at Flextronics
Industry Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Experience
Flextronics October 2012 - Present
First Solar March 2011 - March 2012
Exponent Failure Analysis Associates 2008 - March 2011
Altair Engineering October 2003 - March 2008
Skills
Finite Element Analysis, Failure Analysis, Product Design, Product Development, Statistics, lithium ion batteries, Semiconductors, Design of Experiments, Simulations, Lithium-ion Batteries, Manufacturing
Education
Oakland University 2000 — 2002
MS, Mechanical Engineering
Flextronics October 2012 - Present
First Solar March 2011 - March 2012
Exponent Failure Analysis Associates 2008 - March 2011
Altair Engineering October 2003 - March 2008
Skills
Finite Element Analysis, Failure Analysis, Product Design, Product Development, Statistics, lithium ion batteries, Semiconductors, Design of Experiments, Simulations, Lithium-ion Batteries, Manufacturing
Education
Oakland University 2000 — 2002
MS, Mechanical Engineering
Joseph Mendelsohn's First Solar Experience 2011 - 2013
Job Commodity Sourcing Manger at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Industry Chemicals
Experience
Argo Turboserve Corporation (ATC) 2013 - 2013
First Solar 2011 - 2013
Integrated Microwave Technologies 2010 - 2011
CommScope December 2008 - March 2010
Andrew Corporation June 2007 - December 2008
Celiant Corporation June 2001 - June 2007
Lucent Technologies August 1996 - June 2001
Lockheed Martin June 1989 - June 1996
Skills
Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Procurement, Sourcing, Strategic Sourcing, Manufacturing, Electronics, Telecommunications, MRP, Purchasing, Outsourcing, Process Improvement, SAP, ERP, Cross-functional Team..., Microsoft Excel, Program Management, Supply Management, MS Project, Microsoft Office, Inventory Management, Spreadsheets, Materials Management, Forecasting, Business Process, Team Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Contract Negotiation, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Word, MS Office Suite, Outlook, Visio, SAP R/3, Adobe Acrobat, Data Analysis, Data Entry, ABAP, Process Engineering, Cost Reduction, Supplier Management, Contract Negotiations, Change Management, Quality System, Supplier Quality, Failure Analysis, Quality Management, Component Engineering
Education
University of Colorado at Boulder 1996 — 1999
MS, Telecommunications
New Jersey Institute of Technology 1985 — 1989
BS, Electrical Engineering
Argo Turboserve Corporation (ATC) 2013 - 2013
First Solar 2011 - 2013
Integrated Microwave Technologies 2010 - 2011
CommScope December 2008 - March 2010
Andrew Corporation June 2007 - December 2008
Celiant Corporation June 2001 - June 2007
Lucent Technologies August 1996 - June 2001
Lockheed Martin June 1989 - June 1996
Skills
Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Procurement, Sourcing, Strategic Sourcing, Manufacturing, Electronics, Telecommunications, MRP, Purchasing, Outsourcing, Process Improvement, SAP, ERP, Cross-functional Team..., Microsoft Excel, Program Management, Supply Management, MS Project, Microsoft Office, Inventory Management, Spreadsheets, Materials Management, Forecasting, Business Process, Team Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Contract Negotiation, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Word, MS Office Suite, Outlook, Visio, SAP R/3, Adobe Acrobat, Data Analysis, Data Entry, ABAP, Process Engineering, Cost Reduction, Supplier Management, Contract Negotiations, Change Management, Quality System, Supplier Quality, Failure Analysis, Quality Management, Component Engineering
Education
University of Colorado at Boulder 1996 — 1999
MS, Telecommunications
New Jersey Institute of Technology 1985 — 1989
BS, Electrical Engineering
Chong W. Lim's First Solar Experience August 2012 - Present
Job Director, Manufacturing Engineering at First Solar
Industry Semiconductors
Experience
First Solar August 2012 - Present
First Solar May 2009 - August 2012
Numonyx (an Intel spinoff company) 2008 - May 2009
Intel Corporation 2004 - April 2008
Chartered Semiconductor 1996 - 1999
Skills
Technology Management, Process Optimization, Semiconductor..., Semiconductor Device, Process Improvement, Device Characterization, CVD, RF, Semiconductors, Thin Films, SPC, Manufacturing, Characterization, Silicon, Design of Experiments, Materials Science, PVD, Process Integration, R&D, Metrology, Sputtering, Failure Analysis
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2004
Ph.D., Materials Science & Engineering
National University of Singapore 1996 — 1998
M.Sc., Materials Science
Nanyang Technological University 1992 — 1996
B.Sc., Materials Science & Engineering
First Solar August 2012 - Present
First Solar May 2009 - August 2012
Numonyx (an Intel spinoff company) 2008 - May 2009
Intel Corporation 2004 - April 2008
Chartered Semiconductor 1996 - 1999
Skills
Technology Management, Process Optimization, Semiconductor..., Semiconductor Device, Process Improvement, Device Characterization, CVD, RF, Semiconductors, Thin Films, SPC, Manufacturing, Characterization, Silicon, Design of Experiments, Materials Science, PVD, Process Integration, R&D, Metrology, Sputtering, Failure Analysis
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2004
Ph.D., Materials Science & Engineering
National University of Singapore 1996 — 1998
M.Sc., Materials Science
Nanyang Technological University 1992 — 1996
B.Sc., Materials Science & Engineering
Bryan Skarbek's First Solar Experience October 2012 - Present
Job Supervisor Systems Test Lab Operations/Engineer at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar October 2012 - Present
EIC/Comforthome March 2012 - September 2012
The Solar Center November 2011 - February 2012
Intertek April 2010 - November 2011
LSI Corporation 2006 - 2009
Agere Systems November 2006 - April 2007
Sharp Electronics Corporation May 1998 - November 2006
Skills
Semiconductors, Photovoltaics, Solar Energy, Electronics, Energy Efficiency, Testing, Renewable Energy, Embedded Systems, Engineering Management, RF, Electrical Engineering, Program Management
Education
Northern Michigan University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's of Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Voorhees
First Solar October 2012 - Present
EIC/Comforthome March 2012 - September 2012
The Solar Center November 2011 - February 2012
Intertek April 2010 - November 2011
LSI Corporation 2006 - 2009
Agere Systems November 2006 - April 2007
Sharp Electronics Corporation May 1998 - November 2006
Skills
Semiconductors, Photovoltaics, Solar Energy, Electronics, Energy Efficiency, Testing, Renewable Energy, Embedded Systems, Engineering Management, RF, Electrical Engineering, Program Management
Education
Northern Michigan University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's of Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Voorhees
Brian E. Alvin, PMP, MBA's First Solar Experience July 2008 - December 2013
Job Deputy Commanding General and Director, Army Reserve Engagement Cell at United States Army
Industry Program Development
Experience
US Army September 2014 - Present
US Army February 2013 - September 2014
First Solar July 2008 - December 2013
Brooks Automation 1997 - 2008
Texas Instruments, Defense Systems and Electronics Group 1987 - 1996
Skills
Engineering Management, Program Management, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Engineering, Project Planning, Solar Energy, Lean Manufacturing, Change Management, Team Building, Root Cause Analysis, Integration, Automation, SPC, Semiconductors, Troubleshooting, Leadership, Training, Management, CRM, Process Engineering, Project Portfolio..., Military, Product Development
Education
University of Management and Technology 2005 — 2007
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Northern Illinois University 1981 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (BS)
United States Army War College 2007 — 2009
Master of Science (MS)
Texas A&M University - Central Texas 1985 — 1987
Master of Science (MS)
National Defense University 2010 — 2011
US Army September 2014 - Present
US Army February 2013 - September 2014
First Solar July 2008 - December 2013
Brooks Automation 1997 - 2008
Texas Instruments, Defense Systems and Electronics Group 1987 - 1996
Skills
Engineering Management, Program Management, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Engineering, Project Planning, Solar Energy, Lean Manufacturing, Change Management, Team Building, Root Cause Analysis, Integration, Automation, SPC, Semiconductors, Troubleshooting, Leadership, Training, Management, CRM, Process Engineering, Project Portfolio..., Military, Product Development
Education
University of Management and Technology 2005 — 2007
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Northern Illinois University 1981 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (BS)
United States Army War College 2007 — 2009
Master of Science (MS)
Texas A&M University - Central Texas 1985 — 1987
Master of Science (MS)
National Defense University 2010 — 2011
John Jay, CPA, CIA, CFE's First Solar Experience May 2011 - November 2011
Job Controller Beecher Carlson large retail division at Brown & Brown
Industry Accounting
Experience
Brown & Brown July 2013 - Present
Liberty Accounting PLLC November 2010 - April 2014
Brown & Brown November 2011 - July 2013
First Solar May 2011 - November 2011
Iridium Satellite LLC September 2008 - May 2011
KPMG, LLP September 2004 - September 2008
Skills
SEC filings, Mergers & Acquisitions, Internal Audit, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, GAAP, US GAAP, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Auditing, CPA, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, General Ledger, Assurance
Education
Northern Arizona University, College of Business Administration 2000 — 2004
B.S., Accountancy
Brown & Brown July 2013 - Present
Liberty Accounting PLLC November 2010 - April 2014
Brown & Brown November 2011 - July 2013
First Solar May 2011 - November 2011
Iridium Satellite LLC September 2008 - May 2011
KPMG, LLP September 2004 - September 2008
Skills
SEC filings, Mergers & Acquisitions, Internal Audit, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, GAAP, US GAAP, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Auditing, CPA, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, General Ledger, Assurance
Education
Northern Arizona University, College of Business Administration 2000 — 2004
B.S., Accountancy
Shoubhik Doss's First Solar Experience August 2015 - Present
Job Power Systems Development
Industry Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Experience
First Solar August 2015 - Present
First Solar July 2014 - August 2015
Petra Solar July 2010 - July 2014
Silicon Power Corporation March 2008 - June 2010
North Carolina State University January 2006 - May 2008
North Carolina State University January 2006 - December 2007
Eaton Corporation June 2007 - August 2007
Siemens AG May 2006 - August 2006
Aplab Ltd June 2004 - May 2005
Skills
High Voltage, Thermal Management, Power Electronics, Semiconductors, PCB design, Matlab, Verilog, FPGA, Simulink, AutoCAD, Renewable Energy, Data Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Product Development, Circuit Design, Analog, Analog Circuit Design, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Engineering, PCB Design, Testing, Digital Signal...
Education
North Carolina State University 2005 — 2008
M.S., Electrical Engineering
University of Mumbai 2001 — 2005
B.E., Electronics Engineering
St. John the Baptist high school 1988 — 1999
S.S.C.
First Solar August 2015 - Present
First Solar July 2014 - August 2015
Petra Solar July 2010 - July 2014
Silicon Power Corporation March 2008 - June 2010
North Carolina State University January 2006 - May 2008
North Carolina State University January 2006 - December 2007
Eaton Corporation June 2007 - August 2007
Siemens AG May 2006 - August 2006
Aplab Ltd June 2004 - May 2005
Skills
High Voltage, Thermal Management, Power Electronics, Semiconductors, PCB design, Matlab, Verilog, FPGA, Simulink, AutoCAD, Renewable Energy, Data Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Product Development, Circuit Design, Analog, Analog Circuit Design, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Engineering, PCB Design, Testing, Digital Signal...
Education
North Carolina State University 2005 — 2008
M.S., Electrical Engineering
University of Mumbai 2001 — 2005
B.E., Electronics Engineering
St. John the Baptist high school 1988 — 1999
S.S.C.
Bill Piekarski's First Solar Experience July 2010 - November 2012
Job Program Manager at Ingersoll Rand
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Ingersoll Rand August 2012 - Present
First Solar July 2010 - November 2012
Ingersoll Rand June 1998 - July 2010
Titan Tool Inc 1993 - 1998
Skills
Program Management, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Product Development, Information Systems, Engineering Management, Six Sigma, Product Lifecycle..., FMEA, Supplier Quality, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing..., DMAIC, SPC, Manufacturing..., Value Stream Mapping, Market Research, Design for Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing, Kaizen, Process Engineering, DFMEA, 5S
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology
BS, Mechanical Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology
MS, Program Management
Ingersoll Rand August 2012 - Present
First Solar July 2010 - November 2012
Ingersoll Rand June 1998 - July 2010
Titan Tool Inc 1993 - 1998
Skills
Program Management, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Product Development, Information Systems, Engineering Management, Six Sigma, Product Lifecycle..., FMEA, Supplier Quality, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing..., DMAIC, SPC, Manufacturing..., Value Stream Mapping, Market Research, Design for Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing, Kaizen, Process Engineering, DFMEA, 5S
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology
BS, Mechanical Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology
MS, Program Management
Kuntal Kumar's First Solar Experience July 2012 - Present
Job Vice President , Global Manufacturing Engineering, at First Solar
Industry Semiconductors
Experience
First Solar July 2012 - Present
First Solar March 2009 - July 2012
First Solar 2006 - March 2009
First Solar June 2004 - March 2006
First Solar June 2002 - April 2004
Reliance Industries ltd August 1996 - July 2000
Skills
Six Sigma, CPIM, SPC, Manufacturing, Design of Experiments, Semiconductors, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Solar Energy, Thin Films, FMEA, Process Engineering, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Process Improvement, Robust Engineering, Strategic Leadership, Technical Leadership
Education
BGSU 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA), 4.0
University of Toledo 2000 — 2002
MS, Industrial Engineering
National Institute of Technology Karnataka 1992 — 1996
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
First Solar July 2012 - Present
First Solar March 2009 - July 2012
First Solar 2006 - March 2009
First Solar June 2004 - March 2006
First Solar June 2002 - April 2004
Reliance Industries ltd August 1996 - July 2000
Skills
Six Sigma, CPIM, SPC, Manufacturing, Design of Experiments, Semiconductors, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Solar Energy, Thin Films, FMEA, Process Engineering, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Process Improvement, Robust Engineering, Strategic Leadership, Technical Leadership
Education
BGSU 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA), 4.0
University of Toledo 2000 — 2002
MS, Industrial Engineering
National Institute of Technology Karnataka 1992 — 1996
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Jennifer Boerger's First Solar Experience September 2008 - Present
Job Manager Supplier Quality/Supplier Development at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar September 2008 - Present
Dana Corporation - Toledo, OH 2001 - 2008
Dana Corporation - Pontiac, MI 1999 - 2001
Dana Corporation - Minneapolis, MN 1996 - 1999
Skills
Quality Systems, Supplier Quality, Black Belt, APQP, Six Sigma, Quality Auditing, SPC, FMEA, PPAP, Quality System, Root Cause Analysis, Design of Experiments, Failure Analysis, Kaizen, 5S
Education
Metropolitan State University 1993 — 1996
BA, Business Administration
First Solar September 2008 - Present
Dana Corporation - Toledo, OH 2001 - 2008
Dana Corporation - Pontiac, MI 1999 - 2001
Dana Corporation - Minneapolis, MN 1996 - 1999
Skills
Quality Systems, Supplier Quality, Black Belt, APQP, Six Sigma, Quality Auditing, SPC, FMEA, PPAP, Quality System, Root Cause Analysis, Design of Experiments, Failure Analysis, Kaizen, 5S
Education
Metropolitan State University 1993 — 1996
BA, Business Administration
mateen nayyar's First Solar Experience July 2007 - June 2008
Job Manager System Solutions at AbbVie
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
AbbVie March 2014 - Present
SunCoke Energy March 2011 - March 2014
Talgo June 2008 - March 2011
First Solar July 2007 - June 2008
Johnson Controls February 2006 - July 2007
Matrikon May 2004 - January 2006
KeyCurve May 2000 - April 2004
Integrated Systems Research 1992 - 1995
Skills
SQL, Maximo, Business Process..., Data Warehousing, Project Management, Software Development, Solution Architecture, ERP, Databases, Websphere, Visio, Requirements Analysis, Oracle, Process Improvement, UML, Data Migration, ITIL, Enterprise Software, IT Service Management, Requirements Gathering, Project Planning, Vendor Management, System Deployment, Procurement, Business Analysis, PL/SQL, Software Documentation, IT Management, Systems Analysis, Team Leadership, Manufacturing, Business Requirements, Testing, Architecture Management, MS Project, Java, JavaScript, Web Services, XML, Mobile Computing, Ubiquitous Computing, XSLT, HTML 5, Android Development, jQuery, jQuery Mobile, Hadoop, MapReduce, JSON, Integration
Education
Marquette University 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MS), Computing
AbbVie March 2014 - Present
SunCoke Energy March 2011 - March 2014
Talgo June 2008 - March 2011
First Solar July 2007 - June 2008
Johnson Controls February 2006 - July 2007
Matrikon May 2004 - January 2006
KeyCurve May 2000 - April 2004
Integrated Systems Research 1992 - 1995
Skills
SQL, Maximo, Business Process..., Data Warehousing, Project Management, Software Development, Solution Architecture, ERP, Databases, Websphere, Visio, Requirements Analysis, Oracle, Process Improvement, UML, Data Migration, ITIL, Enterprise Software, IT Service Management, Requirements Gathering, Project Planning, Vendor Management, System Deployment, Procurement, Business Analysis, PL/SQL, Software Documentation, IT Management, Systems Analysis, Team Leadership, Manufacturing, Business Requirements, Testing, Architecture Management, MS Project, Java, JavaScript, Web Services, XML, Mobile Computing, Ubiquitous Computing, XSLT, HTML 5, Android Development, jQuery, jQuery Mobile, Hadoop, MapReduce, JSON, Integration
Education
Marquette University 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MS), Computing
Doug Biggers's First Solar Experience 2009 - Present
Job Construction Professional, power/utilities design/construction, project executive, power generation
Industry Construction
Experience
RES Americas August 2014 - Present
First Solar 2009 - Present
Total Western Inc. August 2007 - August 2008
D.A. Martin Inc November 2005 - July 2007
Crossroads Construction LLC October 2003 - November 2005
Trison Construction Inc April 2003 - October 2003
Oklahoma Gas & Electric August 1982 - August 1992
Skills
Facilities Management, Cross-functional Team..., Renewable Energy, Solar Energy, Power Generation, Construction Management, Energy, Contract Management, Construction, Contract Negotiation, Engineering, Operations Management, Engineering Management, Manufacturing, Power Plants, Construction Safety, Project Planning, Alternative Energy, EPC, Factory, Supervisory Skills, Project Management, Safety Management..., Electricians, Inspection, Leadership, Team Building, Photovoltaics, Petroleum, Water, Piping, Materials, Subcontracting, Energy Efficiency, Management, Solar PV, Procurement, Commissioning, Project Engineering, Project Estimation, Concrete, Project Control, Process Scheduler, Cost Control, Contractors, Primavera P6, MS Project, Value Engineering, Feasibility Studies, Wind
Education
Oklahoma City University School of Law 1987 — 1990
JD Law, law
University of Oklahoma 1981 — 1982
BSME, mechanical engineering
RES Americas August 2014 - Present
First Solar 2009 - Present
Total Western Inc. August 2007 - August 2008
D.A. Martin Inc November 2005 - July 2007
Crossroads Construction LLC October 2003 - November 2005
Trison Construction Inc April 2003 - October 2003
Oklahoma Gas & Electric August 1982 - August 1992
Skills
Facilities Management, Cross-functional Team..., Renewable Energy, Solar Energy, Power Generation, Construction Management, Energy, Contract Management, Construction, Contract Negotiation, Engineering, Operations Management, Engineering Management, Manufacturing, Power Plants, Construction Safety, Project Planning, Alternative Energy, EPC, Factory, Supervisory Skills, Project Management, Safety Management..., Electricians, Inspection, Leadership, Team Building, Photovoltaics, Petroleum, Water, Piping, Materials, Subcontracting, Energy Efficiency, Management, Solar PV, Procurement, Commissioning, Project Engineering, Project Estimation, Concrete, Project Control, Process Scheduler, Cost Control, Contractors, Primavera P6, MS Project, Value Engineering, Feasibility Studies, Wind
Education
Oklahoma City University School of Law 1987 — 1990
JD Law, law
University of Oklahoma 1981 — 1982
BSME, mechanical engineering
Gary Schmandt's First Solar Experience 2005 - 2008
Job Process Improvement Engineering Professional
Industry Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Experience
Forty Plus of Central Ohio 2009 - Present
40 Plus of Central Ohio 2009 - Present
First Solar 2005 - 2008
Thomson Consumer Electronics 1998 - 2004
Anchor Hocking 1991 - 1998
Fiber Lite 1989 - 1991
Telesis 1988 - 1989
Owens Corning Fiberglas 1973 - 1986
Education
The Ohio State University 1982 — 1984
MBA
Michigan Technological University 1971 — 1973
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Forty Plus of Central Ohio 2009 - Present
40 Plus of Central Ohio 2009 - Present
First Solar 2005 - 2008
Thomson Consumer Electronics 1998 - 2004
Anchor Hocking 1991 - 1998
Fiber Lite 1989 - 1991
Telesis 1988 - 1989
Owens Corning Fiberglas 1973 - 1986
Education
The Ohio State University 1982 — 1984
MBA
Michigan Technological University 1971 — 1973
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Crystal (Cooper) Eggers, P.E., LEED AP's First Solar Experience July 2009 - October 2012
Job Project Manager at Langan Engineering & Environmental Services, Inc.
Industry Civil Engineering
Experience
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services, Inc. October 2012 - Present
First Solar July 2009 - October 2012
CMX November 2006 - July 2009
CMX September 2003 - November 2006
CMX May 2000 - September 2003
Skills
Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, Drainage, Grading, Land Use, Site Development, Construction Engineering, Real Estate Due..., Land Development, Environmental Impact..., Environmental Compliance, Sewer, HEC-RAS
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology 2003 — 2005
Master of Science (MS), Civil Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BS), Civil Engineering
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services, Inc. October 2012 - Present
First Solar July 2009 - October 2012
CMX November 2006 - July 2009
CMX September 2003 - November 2006
CMX May 2000 - September 2003
Skills
Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, Drainage, Grading, Land Use, Site Development, Construction Engineering, Real Estate Due..., Land Development, Environmental Impact..., Environmental Compliance, Sewer, HEC-RAS
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology 2003 — 2005
Master of Science (MS), Civil Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BS), Civil Engineering
Asmi Doshi's First Solar Experience August 2012 - Present
Job Planner, Program Manager
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar August 2012 - Present
Pfizer 2006 - June 2012
Skills
21 CFR Part 11, Calibration, CAPA, Change Control, Commissioning, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Engineering, Manufacturing, MS Project, Pharmaceutical Industry, Process Simulation, Project Management, Project Planning, Quality Assurance, Quality System, Root Cause Analysis, GMP, Sop, V, Validation
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology
First Solar August 2012 - Present
Pfizer 2006 - June 2012
Skills
21 CFR Part 11, Calibration, CAPA, Change Control, Commissioning, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Engineering, Manufacturing, MS Project, Pharmaceutical Industry, Process Simulation, Project Management, Project Planning, Quality Assurance, Quality System, Root Cause Analysis, GMP, Sop, V, Validation
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Sheila Gnanamani's First Solar Experience August 2007 - Present
Job Snr, Global Director, HRIS & Payroll
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar August 2007 - Present
Xede Consulting (Client: General Motors) September 2001 - March 2006
Intellicorp (Client: Detroit Edison) August 1996 - August 2001
Skills
Project Management, Business Process..., Program Management, Process Improvement, Change Management, Talent Management, Cross-functional Team..., Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, HRIS
Education
National University of Singapore 1992 — 1993
Post Grad. Diploma, Knowledge Engineering
National University of Singapore 1985 — 1989
B.Sc, Mathematics & Economics
First Solar August 2007 - Present
Xede Consulting (Client: General Motors) September 2001 - March 2006
Intellicorp (Client: Detroit Edison) August 1996 - August 2001
Skills
Project Management, Business Process..., Program Management, Process Improvement, Change Management, Talent Management, Cross-functional Team..., Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, HRIS
Education
National University of Singapore 1992 — 1993
Post Grad. Diploma, Knowledge Engineering
National University of Singapore 1985 — 1989
B.Sc, Mathematics & Economics
Jim Sorensen's First Solar Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Manager Technology Assessment at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar January 2014 - Present
Skills
Reliability Engineering, Failure Analysis, Design of Experiments, SPC, FMEA, Reliability, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Engineering, JMP, Lean Manufacturing, Weibull Analysis, Characterization, Continuous Improvement, Thin Films, Solar Energy, Minitab, Engineering Management, Product Development, Metrology, Testing, Semiconductors, Process Simulation, R&D, Photovoltaics, Process Engineering
Education
University of Maryland College Park 2008 — 2009
MS
Michigan Technological University 1990 — 1994
BS
First Solar January 2014 - Present
Skills
Reliability Engineering, Failure Analysis, Design of Experiments, SPC, FMEA, Reliability, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Engineering, JMP, Lean Manufacturing, Weibull Analysis, Characterization, Continuous Improvement, Thin Films, Solar Energy, Minitab, Engineering Management, Product Development, Metrology, Testing, Semiconductors, Process Simulation, R&D, Photovoltaics, Process Engineering
Education
University of Maryland College Park 2008 — 2009
MS
Michigan Technological University 1990 — 1994
BS
Sham Ramnarain's First Solar Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Electrical Engineer at First Solar
Industry Utilities
Experience
First Solar January 2015 - Present
Con Edison September 2014 - December 2014
First Solar January 2014 - October 2014
BlueTech Energy February 2010 - October 2013
Green Source 2020, LLC 2009 - 2010
Mass Electric Construction Co. January 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Renewable Energy, Energy, Contract Negotiation, Solar Energy, Engineering, Business Development, Client Interfacing..., Commodity Markets, Trading, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Construction, Entrepreneurship, International Business, International Sales, Management, Mergers, Negotiation, Power Plants, Project Management, Electrical Engineering, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Power Generation, Project Engineering
Education
Stevens Institute of Technology
Master, Engineering Management
New York Institute of Technology-Old Westbury 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Computer and Electrical Engineering
First Solar January 2015 - Present
Con Edison September 2014 - December 2014
First Solar January 2014 - October 2014
BlueTech Energy February 2010 - October 2013
Green Source 2020, LLC 2009 - 2010
Mass Electric Construction Co. January 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Renewable Energy, Energy, Contract Negotiation, Solar Energy, Engineering, Business Development, Client Interfacing..., Commodity Markets, Trading, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Construction, Entrepreneurship, International Business, International Sales, Management, Mergers, Negotiation, Power Plants, Project Management, Electrical Engineering, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Power Generation, Project Engineering
Education
Stevens Institute of Technology
Master, Engineering Management
New York Institute of Technology-Old Westbury 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Computer and Electrical Engineering
Mossette Heath's First Solar Experience May 2015 - Present
Job Logistics Coordinator at First Solar
Industry Logistics and Supply Chain
Experience
First Solar May 2015 - Present
Longistics International February 2015 - April 2015
US Navy September 2012 - January 2015
Enterprise Rent-A-Car 2010 - 2012
Skills
Logistics Management, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Shipping & Receiving, Military Logistics, Leadership, Logistics, Accounting, Team Building, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Customer Service, Management, Access, Government, Time Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, Training, Supply Chain Management, Outlook, Inventory Control, Process Improvement, Warehouse Management, Project Planning
Education
North Carolina Wesleyan College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Meredith College
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
First Solar May 2015 - Present
Longistics International February 2015 - April 2015
US Navy September 2012 - January 2015
Enterprise Rent-A-Car 2010 - 2012
Skills
Logistics Management, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Shipping & Receiving, Military Logistics, Leadership, Logistics, Accounting, Team Building, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Customer Service, Management, Access, Government, Time Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, Training, Supply Chain Management, Outlook, Inventory Control, Process Improvement, Warehouse Management, Project Planning
Education
North Carolina Wesleyan College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Meredith College
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Ricky Baker's First Solar Experience June 2013 - Present
Job Plant Manager First Solar Imperial Valley
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar June 2013 - Present
CalEnergy April 1987 - May 2011
Skills
Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Power Generation, Risk Management, Renewable Energy, Engineering, Geothermal, Operations Management, Budgets, Contract Management, Power Plants, Commissioning, Turbines, Project Management, Business Strategy, Energy, Contract Negotiation, Maintenance Management, Process Improvement, Boilers, Factory, Gas, Project Engineering, Inspection, Pumps, Natural Gas, Electricians, Petroleum, Gas Turbines, Steam Turbines, Oil/Gas, Electricity, Water Treatment, Procurement, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Management..., Environmental Awareness, Generators, Preventive Maintenance, Cogeneration, EPC, Energy Efficiency, Steam, Nuclear, Wind, Petrochemical, Drilling, Piping, Hydraulics
Education
Mississippi State University
First Solar June 2013 - Present
CalEnergy April 1987 - May 2011
Skills
Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Power Generation, Risk Management, Renewable Energy, Engineering, Geothermal, Operations Management, Budgets, Contract Management, Power Plants, Commissioning, Turbines, Project Management, Business Strategy, Energy, Contract Negotiation, Maintenance Management, Process Improvement, Boilers, Factory, Gas, Project Engineering, Inspection, Pumps, Natural Gas, Electricians, Petroleum, Gas Turbines, Steam Turbines, Oil/Gas, Electricity, Water Treatment, Procurement, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Management..., Environmental Awareness, Generators, Preventive Maintenance, Cogeneration, EPC, Energy Efficiency, Steam, Nuclear, Wind, Petrochemical, Drilling, Piping, Hydraulics
Education
Mississippi State University
Ashlyn Kong's First Solar Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Project Finance Analyst at First Solar
Industry Public Policy
Experience
First Solar September 2014 - Present
J.P. Morgan June 2013 - August 2014
J.P. Morgan May 2012 - August 2012
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2009 — 2013
BA, Political Science
Universitat Pompeu Fabra 2013 — 2013
International Business
National University of Singapore 2011 — 2011
First Solar September 2014 - Present
J.P. Morgan June 2013 - August 2014
J.P. Morgan May 2012 - August 2012
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2009 — 2013
BA, Political Science
Universitat Pompeu Fabra 2013 — 2013
International Business
National University of Singapore 2011 — 2011
Lirong Pei's First Solar Experience April 2009 - April 2012
Job Chemical Measurement Scientist at Corning Incorporated
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Corning Incorporated October 2014 - Present
First Solar April 2009 - April 2012
Intel Corporation July 2006 - April 2009
Skills
TEM, Failure Analysis, EDX, FIB, Characterization, Materials, R&D, Surface, IC, Electron Microscopy, Spectroscopy, Powder X-ray Diffraction, Materials Science, Thin Films, Nanotechnology
Education
North Carolina State University 2003 — 2006
Ph.D., Materials Scientist and Engineering
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 2001 — 2003
M.S., Materials Scientist and Engineering
Corning Incorporated October 2014 - Present
First Solar April 2009 - April 2012
Intel Corporation July 2006 - April 2009
Skills
TEM, Failure Analysis, EDX, FIB, Characterization, Materials, R&D, Surface, IC, Electron Microscopy, Spectroscopy, Powder X-ray Diffraction, Materials Science, Thin Films, Nanotechnology
Education
North Carolina State University 2003 — 2006
Ph.D., Materials Scientist and Engineering
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 2001 — 2003
M.S., Materials Scientist and Engineering
John Lucier's First Solar Experience March 2011 - March 2014
Job Power System Engineer at Nucor Corporation
Industry Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Experience
Nucor Corporation March 2014 - Present
First Solar March 2011 - March 2014
General Electric June 2007 - March 2011
United States Marine Corps May 1998 - September 2003
Skills
Six Sigma, Military, Electricians, Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Operations Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, Troubleshooting, Solar Energy, Energy, Project Engineering, Electronics, Solar PV, Renewable Energy, Power Plants, Maintenance Management, Manufacturing, Preventive Maintenance
Education
Michigan Technological University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Nucor Corporation March 2014 - Present
First Solar March 2011 - March 2014
General Electric June 2007 - March 2011
United States Marine Corps May 1998 - September 2003
Skills
Six Sigma, Military, Electricians, Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Operations Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, Troubleshooting, Solar Energy, Energy, Project Engineering, Electronics, Solar PV, Renewable Energy, Power Plants, Maintenance Management, Manufacturing, Preventive Maintenance
Education
Michigan Technological University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
E. L. Rick Williams's First Solar Experience February 2010 - January 2012
Job Energy Consultant
Industry Oil & Energy
Experience
Williams Energy Consulting, LLC January 2012 - January 2015
First Solar February 2010 - January 2012
Edison Mission Energy September 2007 - February 2010
Edison Mission Energy January 2004 - September 2007
Edison Mission Energy July 1995 - January 2004
Chevron Pipe Line Company January 1993 - February 1995
Chevron USA Inc. June 1990 - January 1993
Chevron USA Inc. May 1986 - June 1990
Chevron USA Inc. June 1985 - May 1986
Chevron USA Inc. July 1982 - June 1985
Skills
EPC, Contract Management, Natural Gas, Gas, Energy, Petroleum, Pipelines, Project Management, Renewable Energy
Education
Tulane University 1979 — 1982
Petroleum Engineering
Mississippi State University 1976 — 1977
Civil Engineering
Mississippi State University 1973 — 1976
BSCE, Civil Engineering
Williams Energy Consulting, LLC January 2012 - January 2015
First Solar February 2010 - January 2012
Edison Mission Energy September 2007 - February 2010
Edison Mission Energy January 2004 - September 2007
Edison Mission Energy July 1995 - January 2004
Chevron Pipe Line Company January 1993 - February 1995
Chevron USA Inc. June 1990 - January 1993
Chevron USA Inc. May 1986 - June 1990
Chevron USA Inc. June 1985 - May 1986
Chevron USA Inc. July 1982 - June 1985
Skills
EPC, Contract Management, Natural Gas, Gas, Energy, Petroleum, Pipelines, Project Management, Renewable Energy
Education
Tulane University 1979 — 1982
Petroleum Engineering
Mississippi State University 1976 — 1977
Civil Engineering
Mississippi State University 1973 — 1976
BSCE, Civil Engineering
Justin Uhall's First Solar Experience May 2011 - August 2011
Job Chemist at Dow Chemical
Industry Research
Experience
Dow Chemical June 2012 - Present
Various Employers February 2012 - May 2012
First Solar May 2011 - August 2011
AJV Inc. May 2006 - August 2010
Skills
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Research, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Environmental Awareness, Customer Service, GIS, Environmental Science, Matlab, Sustainability, Public Speaking, Environmental Impact...
Education
Michigan Technological University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Environmental Engineering
Dow Chemical June 2012 - Present
Various Employers February 2012 - May 2012
First Solar May 2011 - August 2011
AJV Inc. May 2006 - August 2010
Skills
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Research, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Environmental Awareness, Customer Service, GIS, Environmental Science, Matlab, Sustainability, Public Speaking, Environmental Impact...
Education
Michigan Technological University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Environmental Engineering
Chandramouli poshala's First Solar Experience October 2011 - December 2011
Job Sr. Developer at CISS
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
CISS September 2014 - Present
Equifax July 2013 - September 2014
Arup January 2012 - June 2013
First Solar October 2011 - December 2011
Abbott July 2009 - September 2010
NGA Group Inc October 2005 - June 2009
Skills
SharePoint, Microsoft Office..., Web Services, .NET, SharePoint Designer, SDLC, Microsoft SQL Server, InfoPath, ASP.NET, VB.NET, IIS, ASP.NET AJAX, WCF, JavaScript, XML, SSIS, C#, SSRS, ASP.NET MVC, Crystal Reports, LINQ, ADO.NET, Silverlight, K2 Black Perl Workflows
Education
Osmania University 2003 — 2006
Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.), Computer Programming, Specific Applications
CISS September 2014 - Present
Equifax July 2013 - September 2014
Arup January 2012 - June 2013
First Solar October 2011 - December 2011
Abbott July 2009 - September 2010
NGA Group Inc October 2005 - June 2009
Skills
SharePoint, Microsoft Office..., Web Services, .NET, SharePoint Designer, SDLC, Microsoft SQL Server, InfoPath, ASP.NET, VB.NET, IIS, ASP.NET AJAX, WCF, JavaScript, XML, SSIS, C#, SSRS, ASP.NET MVC, Crystal Reports, LINQ, ADO.NET, Silverlight, K2 Black Perl Workflows
Education
Osmania University 2003 — 2006
Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.), Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Allen Krawcheck's First Solar Experience November 2009 - August 2010
Job Site Supervisor at SunPower Corp
Industry Utilities
Experience
SunPower Corp September 2010 - Present
First Solar November 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Solar Energy, Photovoltaics, Wind, Renewable Energy, Solar PV, Power Generation, Energy, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Power Plants, Electricians, Thin Films, Reliability Engineering, Failure Analysis, Engineering, Commissioning, Sustainable Energy
Education
New York Institute of Technology-Old Westbury 1991 — 1993
AAS, Electrical Technology
SunPower Corp September 2010 - Present
First Solar November 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Solar Energy, Photovoltaics, Wind, Renewable Energy, Solar PV, Power Generation, Energy, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Power Plants, Electricians, Thin Films, Reliability Engineering, Failure Analysis, Engineering, Commissioning, Sustainable Energy
Education
New York Institute of Technology-Old Westbury 1991 — 1993
AAS, Electrical Technology
Linda McFaul's First Solar Experience June 1998 - August 2004
Job Full Time Student at Monroe County Community College
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Monroe County Community College August 2013 - Present
Willard & Kelsey Solar Group, LLC July 2009 - May 2013
First Solar June 1998 - August 2004
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Forklift Operator, Six Sigma, SPC, Microsoft Office, Engineering, Procurement, AutoCAD
Education
Monroe County Community College 2013 — 2015
Associate's Degree, Associates of Science
University of Toledo 1993 — 1994
Chemical Engineering
Monroe County Community College August 2013 - Present
Willard & Kelsey Solar Group, LLC July 2009 - May 2013
First Solar June 1998 - August 2004
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Forklift Operator, Six Sigma, SPC, Microsoft Office, Engineering, Procurement, AutoCAD
Education
Monroe County Community College 2013 — 2015
Associate's Degree, Associates of Science
University of Toledo 1993 — 1994
Chemical Engineering
Matthew Mattin's First Solar Experience January 2009 - Present
Job Reliability Manufacturing Engineering Tech. III at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar January 2009 - Present
First Solar August 2007 - December 2008
First Solar May 2006 - July 2007
The Toledo Blade August 1994 - May 2006
Campbell Soup Company April 1987 - May 1994
Skills
Industrial..., Strong background in..., Process Control, Engineering, Electricians, Industrial Engineering, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Project Planning, Test Equipment, PLC, Instrumentation, Preventive Maintenance, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Solar PV, Electricity, Reliability, Power Distribution, Continuous Improvement, Solar Energy, Commissioning, Maintenance, Root Cause Analysis, Troubleshooting, Testing, Maintenance Management
Education
Northwest State Community College 1981 — 1983
AAS Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Pike Delta York High School
First Solar January 2009 - Present
First Solar August 2007 - December 2008
First Solar May 2006 - July 2007
The Toledo Blade August 1994 - May 2006
Campbell Soup Company April 1987 - May 1994
Skills
Industrial..., Strong background in..., Process Control, Engineering, Electricians, Industrial Engineering, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Project Planning, Test Equipment, PLC, Instrumentation, Preventive Maintenance, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Solar PV, Electricity, Reliability, Power Distribution, Continuous Improvement, Solar Energy, Commissioning, Maintenance, Root Cause Analysis, Troubleshooting, Testing, Maintenance Management
Education
Northwest State Community College 1981 — 1983
AAS Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Pike Delta York High School
Alycia Geerken's First Solar Experience November 2012 - Present
Job Development Engineering Tech (Contractor) at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar November 2012 - Present
Demske Culinary Support Center Bakery 2010 - 2012
Paws and Whiskers Cat Shelter May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Laboratory Skills, Laboratory Safety, Chemical Oxygen Demand, Biochemical Oxygen..., Operating a gas..., Leading Diverse Teams, ChemCad, Microsoft Office, Oral & Written...
Education
Miami University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Chemical Engineering
First Solar November 2012 - Present
Demske Culinary Support Center Bakery 2010 - 2012
Paws and Whiskers Cat Shelter May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Laboratory Skills, Laboratory Safety, Chemical Oxygen Demand, Biochemical Oxygen..., Operating a gas..., Leading Diverse Teams, ChemCad, Microsoft Office, Oral & Written...
Education
Miami University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Chemical Engineering
Thomas Shields's First Solar Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Analytics Engineer at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar September 2014 - Present
First Solar November 2005 - September 2014
Guardian Industries June 2002 - November 2005
Pizza Hut January 1995 - November 2002
Intersil April 2000 - April 2001
Skills
Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, SPC, Design of Experiments, Engineering, JMP, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, 5S, Troubleshooting, Thin Films, Solar Cells, Manufacturing Operations, Lean Manufacturing, PVD, Engineering Management, Semiconductors, DMAIC, Process Engineering, CVD, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing..., Metrology, Process Simulation, Yield, Solar Energy, Photovoltaics, Microsoft Office, Renewable Energy, Minitab, Project Management, Sputtering, Quality System, Capital Equipment..., Time Study, New Plant Start-up, Manufacturing Processes, Microsoft SQL Server, Data Analysis, Process Control, Gage R&R, Cycle Time Reduction, Global Leadership, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Equipment Management, Equipment Repair, Electronics, SAS E-Guide
Education
University of Toledo 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Monroe County Community College 1997 — 1999
Associate of Science (AS), General Studies
First Solar September 2014 - Present
First Solar November 2005 - September 2014
Guardian Industries June 2002 - November 2005
Pizza Hut January 1995 - November 2002
Intersil April 2000 - April 2001
Skills
Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, SPC, Design of Experiments, Engineering, JMP, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, 5S, Troubleshooting, Thin Films, Solar Cells, Manufacturing Operations, Lean Manufacturing, PVD, Engineering Management, Semiconductors, DMAIC, Process Engineering, CVD, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing..., Metrology, Process Simulation, Yield, Solar Energy, Photovoltaics, Microsoft Office, Renewable Energy, Minitab, Project Management, Sputtering, Quality System, Capital Equipment..., Time Study, New Plant Start-up, Manufacturing Processes, Microsoft SQL Server, Data Analysis, Process Control, Gage R&R, Cycle Time Reduction, Global Leadership, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Equipment Management, Equipment Repair, Electronics, SAS E-Guide
Education
University of Toledo 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Monroe County Community College 1997 — 1999
Associate of Science (AS), General Studies
Joan King's First Solar Experience February 2008 - Present
Job Development Engineer Technician at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar February 2008 - Present
Skills
Solar Energy, Design of Experiments, Photovoltaics, PVD, Thin Films
Education
Northwest State Community College
University of Toledo
First Solar February 2008 - Present
Skills
Solar Energy, Design of Experiments, Photovoltaics, PVD, Thin Films
Education
Northwest State Community College
University of Toledo
Mike Latusek's First Solar Experience April 2012 - Present
Job Development Engineer at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar April 2012 - Present
First Solar April 2009 - March 2012
Skills
Design of Experiments, Materials Science, Engineering, Failure Analysis, Thin Films, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Characterization, Project Engineering, R&D, FMEA
Education
Michigan Technological University 2004 — 2008
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Chemical Engineering
Michigan Technological University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemical Engineering
First Solar April 2012 - Present
First Solar April 2009 - March 2012
Skills
Design of Experiments, Materials Science, Engineering, Failure Analysis, Thin Films, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Characterization, Project Engineering, R&D, FMEA
Education
Michigan Technological University 2004 — 2008
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Chemical Engineering
Michigan Technological University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemical Engineering
Josh Carico's First Solar Experience August 2009 - Present
Job Laser engineering technician at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar August 2009 - Present
First Solar August 2009 - Present
Dana Corp January 2000 - January 2009
Nobel Automotive January 1999 - January 2000
Millacre Holsteins January 1995 - January 1999
Skills
Robotics, Renewable Energy, Troubleshooting
Education
Northwest State Community College
A.A.S, Electrical Engineering Technology
First Solar August 2009 - Present
First Solar August 2009 - Present
Dana Corp January 2000 - January 2009
Nobel Automotive January 1999 - January 2000
Millacre Holsteins January 1995 - January 1999
Skills
Robotics, Renewable Energy, Troubleshooting
Education
Northwest State Community College
A.A.S, Electrical Engineering Technology
Frank Vega's First Solar Experience October 2011 - Present
Job O&M Field Technician II at First Solar
Industry Utilities
Experience
First Solar October 2011 - Present
Western New Mexico University January 2008 - May 2010
El Paso Electric Company July 1998 - October 2005
GTE Government Systems August 1995 - December 1997
NMSU/WNMU August 1991 - August 1995
US Army August 1987 - August 1991
Skills
Customer Service, Research, Teaching, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Solar Energy, Analysis, Engineering, Project Planning, Electricians, Renewable Energy, Photovoltaics, Construction, Training, Power Distribution, Electric Power, Thin Films, AutoCAD, Alternative Energy, Energy Policy, Sustainable Energy
Education
New Mexico State University 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (BS), Engineering Technology
Western New Mexico University 1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), General Studies
Licenses/Certificates
First Solar October 2011 - Present
Western New Mexico University January 2008 - May 2010
El Paso Electric Company July 1998 - October 2005
GTE Government Systems August 1995 - December 1997
NMSU/WNMU August 1991 - August 1995
US Army August 1987 - August 1991
Skills
Customer Service, Research, Teaching, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Solar Energy, Analysis, Engineering, Project Planning, Electricians, Renewable Energy, Photovoltaics, Construction, Training, Power Distribution, Electric Power, Thin Films, AutoCAD, Alternative Energy, Energy Policy, Sustainable Energy
Education
New Mexico State University 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (BS), Engineering Technology
Western New Mexico University 1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), General Studies
Licenses/Certificates
Raghu G Gunda's First Solar Experience May 2011 - March 2012
Job SAP Solution ManagerTechno/Functional
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Bristol-Myers Squibb February 2014 - Present
Novo Nordisk June 2013 - December 2013
Daiichi Sankyo June 2012 - March 2013
First Solar May 2011 - March 2012
Campbell Soup Company December 2008 - April 2011
Sierra Atlantic Servcies Pvt Ltd February 2006 - November 2008
Devon Energy June 2005 - December 2005
Skills
SAP GRC Access Control, SAP Security..., SAP Testing, HP Quality Center, SOX 404, SAP BI, SAP BW, SAP Implementation, SAP Netweaver, SAP Solutions, SAP Basis
Education
Manipal Institute of Technology 2005 — 2008
Master of Computer Applications (MCA), Computers
Osmania University 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Computer Applications and Electronics
Bristol-Myers Squibb February 2014 - Present
Novo Nordisk June 2013 - December 2013
Daiichi Sankyo June 2012 - March 2013
First Solar May 2011 - March 2012
Campbell Soup Company December 2008 - April 2011
Sierra Atlantic Servcies Pvt Ltd February 2006 - November 2008
Devon Energy June 2005 - December 2005
Skills
SAP GRC Access Control, SAP Security..., SAP Testing, HP Quality Center, SOX 404, SAP BI, SAP BW, SAP Implementation, SAP Netweaver, SAP Solutions, SAP Basis
Education
Manipal Institute of Technology 2005 — 2008
Master of Computer Applications (MCA), Computers
Osmania University 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Computer Applications and Electronics
Intel Corporation
Intel
Freescale Semiconductor
National Semiconductor
KLA-Tencor
Analog Devices
ON Semiconductor
STMicroelectronics