First Solar employees working as Development Engineer I in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 8 ratings. This is in line with the average of Development Engineer I professionals at First Solar worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Development Engineer I ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $0 per year (estimate) and goes up to $0 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Development Engineer I at First Solar is $127,274 per year or $61 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $181,749 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $106,789 (25th percentile) and $153,834 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 6 salaries submitted by First Solar Development Engineer I professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Development Engineer I professionals typically earn between $51 and $74 per hour.
Development Engineer I professionals typically earn between $8,899 and $12,820 monthly.