R&D Technician

Ultimate Staffing; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a dedicated Technician 2 to join our manufacturing team in San Jose. You will perform hands-on assembly, participate in failure analysis of solid-state battery cells, and support engineering investigations in a fast-paced R&D environment.

The role requires attention to detail, basic computer skills, and a commitment to safety and quality. You will work on-site five days a week, collaborate with scientists and engineers, and contribute to continuous improvement in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 2 years in an R&D lab preferred.
• Strong commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and browser usage.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis of operations on solid-state battery cells following SOPs and safety requirements.
• Execute cell teardown, sample prep, metrology, imaging, and material characterization for engineering investigations.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as metrology systems and imaging instruments.
• Document test results and data in electronic tracking systems and lab records.
• Support root cause investigations by preparing samples and collecting data for engineers and scientists.
• Identify equipment issues and process deviations to support continuous improvement.
• Prioritize multiple lab tasks while maintaining quality and turnaround times.
• Follow all EHS requirements for handling batteries, chemicals, and lab waste.
• Assist with housekeeping, inventory, and equipment readiness in the lab.
• Support technician training and adherence to standardized work practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web browser

Job description

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a dedicated and reliable Technician 2 to join our team. You will play a key part in manufacturing our innovative devices, ensure quality and precision throughout the production process, and help support our groundbreaking experiments. If you're detail-oriented and enthusiastic about hands‑on assembly work, we'd like to hear from you.

Location: San Jose CA

Schedule: Days 7:30AM to 5:00PM

Works on assignments that are semi‑routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice. Normally follows established procedures on routine work, requiring instruction only on new assignments. In this role, you will:

What You'll do:

• Perform failure analysis of operations on solid‑state battery cells and components following established SOPs, work instructions, and safety requirements.
• Execute cell teardown, sample preparation, multilayer splitting, metrology, imaging, and material characterization activities to support engineering investigations.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including metrology systems, imaging instruments, and specialized failure analysis tools.
• Accurately document test results, observations, and experimental data in electronic tracking systems and laboratory records.
• Support root cause investigations by preparing samples, collecting data, and providing detailed observations to engineers and scientists.
• Identify, communicate, and document equipment issues, process deviations, and anomalous findings to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prioritize and manage multiple laboratory tasks while maintaining quality, accuracy, and turnaround time expectations.
• Follow all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) requirements for handling batteries, chemicals, hazardous materials, and laboratory waste streams.
• Perform routine laboratory housekeeping, material handling, inventory management, and equipment readiness activities to ensure operational efficiency.
• Support technician training activities, knowledge sharing, and adherence to standardized work practices within the laboratory.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, data integrity, quality workmanship, teamwork, and continuous improvement in all laboratory activities.
• Work collaboratively with scientists and engineers to support experimental initiatives and project objectives.
• Strictly comply with all safety policies, procedures, and best practices to maintain a safe laboratory environment.

Skills You'll Need:

• Applies acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED), or equivalent combination of education and experience; typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience in an R&D lab environment
• A commitment to delivering high-quality results
• Basic computer software skills, including Microsoft Office and a browser

Nice to have:

• Able to handle a dynamic research environment
• Ready to learn a range of lab skills
• Flexible and can collaborate on different projects with researchers
• Comfortable using software for task completion and logging data

Physical requirements:

• Work is performed in a dry room, fume hood, lab area, or glovebox requiring the use of fine motor skills
• Able to wear full body cleanroom gown and face coverings
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Able to lift 20-30 lbs. on occasion
• Reaching and twisting motions with hands

ONSITE:

ONSITE: This position is required to work onsite 5 days per week to meet the minimum essential duties and requirements of this position. As an on‑site R&D and manufacturing operations organization, in‑person face to face interaction is essential to building authentic relationships, trust, teamwork, and collaboration.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.