Process Technician | Night Shift

About the company

At Swift Solar our mission is to unlock the full potential of solar energy. We believe that solar energy has vast untapped potential to power our lives fuel economies and strengthen supply chains while protecting planetary health in the face of global climate change. The reality is that todays solar technology is good but not good enough.

Swift Solar is making solar better with its breakthrough tandem technology that harnesses the power of perovskite materials to create solar solutions that are not only more efficient than traditional technology but also more versatile enabling applications ranging from space solar to utility-scale power generation.

Swift Solar is a mission-focused startup supported by the US government and backed by world-class investors. Its a long journey to bring a new clean energy technology to market and were in it for the long haul together. Join our extraordinary team building the cutting-edge solar technology that will shape the future of the global solar industry.

A night in the life

As a Process Technician on our night shift (10:00 PM 6:30 AM PST) at Swift you will play a central role in advancing the next generation of solar technology. Youll help operate refine and scale our thin-film deposition processes directly supporting our transition from R&D to manufacturable high-throughput systems.

A typical night begins with a thorough review of the outgoing shifts pass-down notes carrying out experimental plans using the lab tools youve been trained on and carefully documenting and sharing your results for the incoming day team. Because youll be one of a small number of people on-site more of the role requires independent judgmentknowing when to troubleshoot on your own when to escalate to an on-call engineer and how to make sound decisions that keep experiments moving forward safely and accurately.

Much of the role still involves repeatable detail-oriented work following procedures recording parameters and monitoring tool performance to ensure consistent output. As you grow in the role youll also take on responsibilities such as tracking supplies flagging workflow issues helping refine procedures and writing thorough shift handoff logs so the day team can hit the ground running.

Because were an early-stage startup youll get involved in many parts of the company. Youll learn to adapt to new tools experiments and processes while contributing to Swifts evolving technical this dynamic environment youll find many opportunities to grow your skills and we encourage you to take full advantage of them.

You might be a good fit if you...

• Have experience working in a hands-on laboratory environment
• Are comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Take ownership of your work and proactively flag issues rather than waiting to be told
• Excel at writing clear thorough shift handoff notes the day team depends on what you document
• 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

A very strong candidate might bring one or more of the following...

• A strong motivation to make an impact on climate change
• Experience with vacuum-based deposition tools (e.g. CVD PVD evaporation sputtering or similar thin-film techniques)
• 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 including wafer or substrate handling
• Familiarity with SPC MES or other process monitoring and data systems

The logistics

• Compensation: Competitive package including pay equity and benefits
• Expected Pay Range: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour 15% Shift differential
• The actual offer reflecting total compensation and benefits will be determined by factors such as relevant experience skills and other qualifications
• Ideal start date: March 2026 - April 2026
• Job type: Full-time Non-exempt On-Site
• Schedule: Monday-Saturday 10pm-6:30am
• Location: San Carlos CA (Swift Solar HQ)

What youll love about Swift Solar

• Work with purpose: Join our mission to unlock the full potential of solar energy and make a global impact.
• Lead with innovation: Be part of an extraordinary team building cutting-edge solar technology - growth mindset; culture
• Thrive with benefits: Have 100% of your monthly premiums for HMO / PPO group healthcare plan options and 75% of your dental and vision insurance premiums covered by us. Employees also benefit from 401(k) matching clean commuter benefits and meaningful equity.
• Invest in your career: Youll grow your skills your network and your perspective at Swift. Well support you in attending conferences and taking online courses as long as you share your new insights with the team.

We recognize that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often hesitate to apply if they dont meet all the criteria. If youre excited about this role and believe you can contribute to our team we encourage you to applyeven if you dont meet every qualification listed. Were eager to meet people from all backgrounds and your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.

If you believe in our mission but this isnt the right job for you please check out other career opportunities on our website and email us at with any questions. And if you have a friend who would be a perfect fit send them this link. Thanks!

Swift is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives.