R&D Process Technician — Solar Cell Innovation & Equity

Swift Solar; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) matching

Commuter benefits

Equity

Job summary

Swift Solar is seeking an R&D Process Technician to join our device research and development team on the swing shift (2 pm–10:30 pm). You will run thin‑film deposition and characterization systems and help keep the lab running smoothly in our early‑stage startup.

You’ll work with scientists to design experiments, record results, and manage multiple tasks. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of hands‑on lab experience, comfort with delicate samples, and a hands‑on approach to building and

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on experience as a technician in a technical field (lab counts).
• Ability to follow complex instructions from scientists and engineers with careful attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Run thin-film deposition and characterization systems to carry out experiments.
• Help keep the lab running smoothly and manage multiple experiments efficiently.
• Build and maintain lab equipment and facilities; contribute to Swift’s culture and direction.

Skills

Lab experience

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Strong communication

Growth mindset

Hands-on mechanics

Tools

Thin-film deposition systems

Vacuum systems

Gloveboxes

Electronic test equipment

Python

R

Origin

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Job description

Swift Solar is seeking an R&D Process Technician to join our device research and development team on the swing shift (2 pm–10:30 pm). You will run thin‑film deposition and characterization systems and help keep the lab running smoothly in our early‑stage startup.

You’ll work with scientists to design experiments, record results, and manage multiple tasks. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of hands‑on lab experience, comfort with delicate samples, and a hands‑on approach to building and