Entry-Level Technician - Solar Module Fabrication

Santa Barbara CA

Description

Next Energy Technologies (NEXT) is looking for a technician to join our R&D team. This is an entry-level position with a great opportunity to enter an exciting career in clean renewable energy. We are seeking a highly motivated applicant who prides themselves on outstanding work. NEXT is a startup developing game-changing semi-transparent photovoltaic windows. A successful applicant can expect exceptional opportunities and an exciting work environment where creativity, empathy, excellence, and optimism are core values. On the job training will be provided. Employment Type: • Permanent Full Time (hourly) Basic Job Functions: • On the job training will be provided. Fabrication/coating, characterization, and/or testing of solar cells in an R&D environment. Mandatory Requirements: • Positive attitude, integrity, reliability, aptitude and eagerness to learn, and ability to change direction quickly. • High School Diploma or equivalent • Attention to detail and accuracy • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Able to multitask, work well and safely without close supervision • Able to maintain accurate, detailed, and organized laboratory notebook • Able to work with very small components • Able to use hand tools for fabrication and laboratory maintenance • Must interface successfully with engineers and personnel of other disciplines • Must be able to follow safety protocols/standards • Able to work in a cleanroom environment, including abiding by cleanroom protocol, wearing appropriate gowning and PPE. • Experience working in a lab environment is preferred but not required. Responsibilities: • On the job training will be provided. • Weighing materials and solution preparation. • Cleaning and preparing substrates. • Thin film deposition. • End-to-end device fabrication • Measurements of thin films and devices. • Operating and maintaining scientific equipment. • Operate glass washing equipment. • General laboratory duties, including maintaining inventory of lab supplies. • Capturing, handling, transferring data and reporting experimental result. • Assist in the design, development, and building of test equipment. • Provide support to R&D engineers and scientists. • Other duties as assigned. Day to Day Operations: • Able to lift 25 lbs • Work in a glove box • Able to stand for most of the day We are unable to sponsor Visa's at this time