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Antora Energy

TPV Characterization Technician

San Jose, CA · On-site

$40 - $49/hr

Position Summary Execute TPV cell and module characterization at Antora's TPV R&D and manufacturing facility. After training, independently perform photovoltaic cell and module characterization and ...

Antora Energy

TPV Characterization Technician

San Jose, CA · On-site

$40 - $49/hr

Position Summary Execute TPV cell and module characterization at Antora's TPV R&D and manufacturing facility. After training, independently perform photovoltaic cell and module characterization and ...

University of Rochester

$21.36 - $29.90/hr

Responsible for high precision characterization of thin film samples using a broad suite of ... ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Materials Characterization Technician will report to the Supervising ...

LLNL

Waste Characterization Analyst

Livermore, CA · On-site

Collaborate with LLNL waste generators, field technicians, and Environment, Safety, and Health (ES ... Support waste characterization activities associated with facility demolition and decontamination ...

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Characterization Technicians often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting analytical instruments, maintaining sample integrity during testing, and accurately interpreting complex data. Working under tight deadlines and adhering to strict safety protocols can also be demanding, especially when managing multiple projects simultaneously. Effective communication with scientists, engineers, and other technicians is essential to ensure that test results are reliable and meet project requirements.
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Process Characterization Technician

Process Characterization Technician

Bloom Energy

Fremont, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Bloom Energy rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 421 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Multiple Shifts Available:
A1: Shift: Sunday - Tuesday, alternate Wednesday - 6:00am - 6:00pm
A2 Shift: Sunday - Tuesday, alternate Wednesday - 6:00pm-6:00am
B1 Shift: Thursday - Saturday, alternate Wednesday - 6:00am - 6:00pm
B2 Shift: Thursday - Saturday, alternate Wednesday - 6:00pm-6:00am
At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream-we're making it reality.
For over two decades, we've been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what's possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled "time-to-power" capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.
At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.
We are looking for a Process Characterization Technician to join our team in one of today's most exciting technologies. This role will report to the Director, Process Engineering and will be based in Fremont, CA. This is a fully on-site, in factory role
Role and Responsibilities:
The Process Characterization Technician supports process development, characterization and continuous improvement activities within manufacturing and engineering environments. This role is responsible for executing experiments collecting and analyzing process data, supporting defect characterization and assisting process engineers in identifying opportunities for optimization.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Execute process characterization experiments and engineering trials following defined procedures and protocols.
  • Collect, organize, and analyze process and inspection/metrology data to support engineering evaluations
  • Perform defect inspection and characterization using microscopy, metrology tools and analytical equipment.
  • Support statistical process control monitoring and assist in identifying process excursions or abnormal trends
  • Document experiment results, observations, and process changes in engineering reports and tracking databases.
  • Assist in root cause investigations for process deviations, yield issues, and equipment related concerns.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, quality and operational procedures in manufacturing environments.

Skills and Experience:
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Experience in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing or high-tech production environments.
  • Experience supporting engineering characterization or NPI activities.
  • Understanding of DOE (Design of experiments) methodologies.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and documentation
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Technical aptitude and willingness to learn new tools and processes.
  • Basic computer proficiency including excel, data tracking systems and reporting tools.
  • Experience operation or analyzing data from SEM tools is a strong plus
  • Ability to work in manufacturing environment for extended periods
  • May require standing, lifting, bending and handling engineering material or equipment.

Physical Requirements (optional):
  • Prolonged periods of standing
  • Must have manual dexterity in order to assemble products as directed.
  • Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

About Bloom Energy:
Bloom Energy will make clean, reliable energy affordable for everyone in the world. Our technology, first developed for NASA's Mars Program, will dramatically change the way that the world's energy is produced, distributed and consumed. Bloom's unique on-site power generation systems are among the most efficient on the planet, providing significantly reduced operating costs and producing dramatically lower greenhouse gas emissions.
Bloom Energy Servers are currently producing power for many Fortune 500 companies including Apple, Google, NSA, Walmart, AT&T, eBay, Staples, as well as notable non-profit organizations such as Caltech and Kaiser Permanente. Bloom Energy has more than 140 MW of Bloom Energy Servers installed in the United States. Last year, the company opened a large manufacturing center in Newark, Delaware and completed a number of mission critical projects, including a 6 MW deployment at an eBay data center in Utah.
Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.
Multiple Shifts Available:
A1: Shift: Sunday - Tuesday, alternate Wednesday - 6:00am - 6:00pm
A2 Shift: Sunday - Tuesday, alternate Wednesday - 6:00pm-6:00am
B1 Shift: Thursday - Saturday, alternate Wednesday - 6:00am - 6:00pm
B2 Shift: Thursday - Saturday, alternate Wednesday - 6:00pm-6:00am
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