R&D Technician, Solar Materials & Pilot Line

Sunxt; Roma; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

SunXT in Rome, Italy, is seeking motivated R&D Technicians to support experimental activities for next‑generation solar materials and processes on the pilot production line. You will work hands-on with lab experiments, scale-up efforts and cross‑functional teams to advance manufacturing technologies.

The role welcomes junior and mid‑level candidates with a strong curiosity, data‑driven mindset and ability to document results accurately.

Qualifications

• Degree in a scientific or engineering discipline or technical diploma.
• Experience in laboratory activities, R&D, or experimental testing with advanced materials or related manufacturing processes.
• Basic knowledge of PV device materials and perovskite technology is a plus.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and measurement instruments.
• Ability to conduct tests per SOPs and document results.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and good laboratory practices.
• Proficiency with IT tools for data processing and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Execute R&D experiments for new materials, formulations and processes on the pilot line.
• Support technology transfer activities from suppliers and partners.
• Perform tests and simulate pilot-line start-up and optimization.
• Prepare, execute and monitor experimental trials with materials and setups.
• Collect, record, analyze and report experimental data with traceability.
• Identify and report deviations and support problem solving.
• Maintain technical documentation and SOPs for experimental activities.
• Collaborate with R&D, process, and lab functions across the company.
• Contribute to innovation projects and data-driven development of products.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Quality and traceability

Education

Degree in scientific or engineering discipline

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Measurement instruments

Job description

SunXT in Rome, Italy, is seeking motivated R&D Technicians to support experimental activities for next‑generation solar materials and processes on the pilot production line. You will work hands-on with lab experiments, scale-up efforts and cross‑functional teams to advance manufacturing technologies.

The role welcomes junior and mid‑level candidates with a strong curiosity, data‑driven mindset and ability to document results accurately.