R&D Process Technician: Swing Shift, Equity Benefits

Stanford Climate Ventures; San Carlos, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare premium coverage

401(k) matching

Commuter benefits

Meaningful equity

Conference & course support

Job summary

Swift Solar is seeking an R&D Process Technician for the swing shift to join the device research team, conducting experiments to improve thin-film solar cells and keeping the lab running smoothly.

You will operate deposition and characterization systems, record results, and help maintain equipment. The role offers growth in a fast-paced, early-stage startup with opportunities to shape Swift's technical direction and culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on technician experience in a technical lab setting.
• Ability to follow complex, varying instructions from scientists and engineers.
• Experience handling small, delicate samples with care.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, independent worker who manages time effectively.
• Growth-minded and coachable; open to feedback.
• Comfort in a rapidly changing startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Run thin-film deposition and characterization systems.
• Take organized notes and report results clearly.
• Help build and maintain lab equipment and facilities.
• Assist in hiring, mentoring, and setting technical direction as the team grows.

Skills

Lab technician experience

Attention to detail

Sample handling

Effective communication

Proactiveness

Growth mindset

Adaptability

Startup experience

Independent work

Tools

Python

R

Igor

Origin

JMP

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Gloveboxes

Job description

Swift Solar is seeking an R&D Process Technician for the swing shift to join the device research team, conducting experiments to improve thin-film solar cells and keeping the lab running smoothly.

You will operate deposition and characterization systems, record results, and help maintain equipment. The role offers growth in a fast-paced, early-stage startup with opportunities to shape Swift's technical direction and culture.