Swift Solar · 1 month ago
Process Technician
San Carlos, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$30.29/hr - $39.90/hrSwift Solar is a mission-focused startup aiming to unlock the full potential of solar energy through innovative technology. As a Process Technician, you will support the transition from R&D to manufacturable systems by operating and refining deposition processes, collaborating closely with scientists and engineers.
EnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Help operate, refine, and scale thin-film deposition processes
Review experimental plans with the team
Carry out experiments using lab tools
Document and share results
Follow procedures, recording parameters, and monitoring tool performance
Track supplies
Flag workflow issues
Help refine procedures
Suggest next steps
Qualification
Required
Have experience working in a hands-on laboratory environment
Are eager to learn new skills and take initiative without being prompted
Excel at multitasking and managing your time effectively
Are excited to collaborate with scientists and support experimental work
Preferred
Ability to work a 1:30pm-10pm shift
A strong motivation to make an impact on climate change
Experience in a semiconductor, R&D, or manufacturing environment
Glovebox operation experience
Experience handling chemicals safely and responsibly
Skill in working with delicate samples and materials
Benefits
100% of your monthly premiums for HMO / PPO group healthcare plan options
75% of your dental and vision insurance premiums covered by us
401(k) matching
Clean commuter benefits
Meaningful equity
Company
Swift Solar
Swift Solar designs and manufactures photovoltaic cells that are lightweight and more flexible than conventional panels.
Founded in 2017
11-50 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Swift Solar has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2023 (2)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$50.39MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyNational Science FoundationSytse Sijbrandij
2024-06-12Series A· $27M
2024-05-16Grant· $7M
2021-09-08Grant· $1M
Leadership Team
Maximilian Hoerantner
Co-Founder, Chief Engineer
Tomas Leijtens
CTO, Co-founder
Recent News
pv magazine USA
2025-12-10
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