<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We&rsquo;re building the future of solar. With our core technologies from Stanford, MIT, and NREL, we make better solar panels&mdash;lightweight, flexible, more efficient, and more affordable&mdash;so solar energy can do more to improve lives and fight climate change.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Swift Solar is a mission-focused startup funded by committed investors. We know it&rsquo;s a long journey to take a new clean energy technology to market, and we&rsquo;re in it for the long haul together.</span></p>

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Revolutionizing solar with efficient, affordable panels to combat climate change.

<h2><strong>About the company</strong></h2><p>At Swift Solar, our mission is to unlock the full potential of solar energy. We believe that solar energy has a 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, today's solar technology is good, but it's not good enough. </p><p>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. </p><p>Swift Solar is a mission-focused startup supported by the US government and backed by world-class investors. It’s a long journey to bring a new clean energy technology to market, and we’re in it for the long haul, together. Join our extraordinary team building cutting-edge technology that will shape the future of the global solar industry. </p><h2><strong>A day in the life</strong></h2><p>As Supply Chain Engineer at Swift Solar, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping the company’s supply chain from R&amp;D to manufacturing scale. Your work will directly impact our transition to volume production by ensuring the chemicals and materials we rely on are consistent and scalable.</p><p>On a typical day, you might meet with a supplier or an R&amp;D scientist to define material specifications based on our perovskite cell and mini-module processes. Later in the day, you could be in the lab verifying QC methods with the Process Engineering team or visiting a supplier to assess their ability to meet our technical and scale-up requirements. On a regular basis, you’ll manage supplies through the ERP or other in-house systems and deliver the materials to production. You’ll work closely with our VP of Manufacturing &amp; Supply Chain to identify new or second sources for critical materials and supplies, performing supplier evaluations and audits, and build the foundation for our sourcing strategy.</p><p>Because you’ll be interacting with nearly every function—R&amp;D, Engineering, Product, Operations—this role offers tremendous visibility and learning opportunities. You'll help define Swift’s systems as we scale, and we’ll encourage you to grow as you gain experience.</p><h2><strong>You might be a good fit if you... </strong></h2><ul><li>Have at least 2-4 years of experience in supply chain management</li><li>Hold a degree in Engineering (Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, Electrical) or Science (Chemistry, Physics), or a related technical field</li><li>Can manage supplier relationships end-to-end, from qualification and scale-up to long-term agreements and performance monitoring</li><li>Know how to lead documentation of specification for chemicals and materials </li><li>Understand QA/QC methods for chemicals and materials</li><li>Are proficient with ERP systems (NetSuit; Oracle; SAP) and MES systems</li><li>Are organized, proactive, and mission-driven, with a track record of delivering projects on time and a desire to make a meaningful impact on climate change</li></ul><h2><strong>A strong candidate might bring one or more of the following...</strong></h2><ul><li>Experience in supply chain engineering within a high-tech production environment—such as solar, semiconductors, or advanced materials</li><li>Silicon Solar PV experience</li><li>Startup experience</li></ul><h2><strong>The logistics</strong></h2><ul><li>Compensation: Competitive package including salary, equity, and benefits</li><ul><li>Expected Pay Range: $85,000 - $160,000 per year</li><li>The actual offer, reflecting total compensation and benefits, will be determined by factors such as years of relevant experience, skills, and other qualifications </li></ul><li>Ideal start date: July – August 2025</li><li>Job type: Full-time</li><li>Location: San Carlos, CA (Swift Solar HQ)</li></ul><h2><strong>What you’ll love about Swift</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Work with purpose</strong>: Join our mission to unlock the full potential of solar energy and make a global impact. </li><li><strong>Lead with innovation</strong>: Be part of an extraordinary team building cutting-edge solar technology - growth mindset; culture</li><li><strong>Thrive with benefits</strong>: 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. </li><li><strong>Invest in your career</strong>: You’ll grow your skills, your network, and your perspective at Swift. We’ll support you in attending conferences and taking online courses, as long as you share your new insights with the team.</li></ul><p>We acknowledge that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the criteria. If you’re excited about this role and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. We're eager to meet people from all backgrounds, and your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.</p><p>If you believe in our mission, but this isn’t the right job for you, please check out other career opportunities on our website and email us at <a href="mailto:careers@swiftsolar.com">careers@swiftsolar.com</a> with any questions. And if you have a friend who would be a perfect fit, send them this link. Thanks!</p><p><em>Swift is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives.</em></p>

Supply Chain Engineer

<h2><strong>About the company</strong></h2><p>At Swift Solar, our mission is to unlock the full potential of solar energy. We believe that solar energy has a 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, today's solar technology is good, but it's not good enough. </p><p>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. </p><p>Swift Solar is a mission-focused startup supported by the US government and backed by world-class investors.. It’s a long journey to bring a new clean energy technology to market, and we’re in it for the long haul, together. Join our extraordinary team who is building the cutting-edge solar technology that will shape the future of the global solar industry.</p><h2><strong>A day in the life</strong></h2><p>As a Process Technician at Swift, you will be a core team member, ushering our company to the next stage of development by helping operate and optimize our new research projects. You will specialize in running thin-film deposition tools to make sure the team maintains a high throughput and a reliable and scalable process. Working at an early-stage startup, you will have the opportunity to get involved in many aspects of the company’s technical development and internal operations.</p><p>On a typical day, you will review experimental plans with Swift’s process engineers and scientists, execute these plans, document the experiments in detail, and share your results to other team members involved in the process. You will be responsible for documenting and reporting any observations made during operation, helping evaluate the data, and suggesting improvements to follow-up experiments. As you become familiar with our tools, your job will involve managing and communicating supply needs, workflows, results, and tool output. Maintaining organized, accurate records of the processes and recipes, communicating your work, and managing your time effectively are key parts of the job. </p><p>As an early hire, you will help craft Swift’s culture and technical direction. As our team grows, we’ll expect you to help mentor and set an example for new team members. You will find many opportunities to grow your own skills and capabilities, and we encourage you to take full advantage of them.</p><h2><strong>You might be a good fit if you... </strong></h2><ul><li>Have 5+ years of hands-on experience working as a technician in a technical field</li><li>Are able to work a 1:30pm-10pm shift</li><li>Are familiar with safety practices typical in a laboratory environment containing various chemicals</li><li>Can follow standard operating procedures independently and adapt to complex and varying instructions</li><li>Are eager to learn, take initiative without prompt and are able to multitask to effectively manage your time</li><li>Are kind, empathetic, conscientious, and motivated to make an impact on climate change</li></ul><h2><strong>A strong candidate might bring one or more of the following...</strong></h2><ul><li>Experience with solution-based processes</li><li>Experience with thin film deposition equipment operation and troubleshooting</li><li>Knowledge of the basic vacuum technology concepts and fundamentals </li><li>Experience working with powders or powdered materials in a manufacturing or laboratory environment</li><li>Ability to work in shared digital logs and collaborate through cloud-based tools</li></ul><h2><strong>The logistics</strong></h2><ul><li>Compensation: Competitive package including pay, equity, and benefits</li><ul><li>Expected Pay Range: $32.69 - $49.52 per hour + $3 per hour shift differential</li></ul><li>Ideal start date: June – July 2025</li><li>Job type: Full-time, Non-exempt, On-Site, 1:30pm-10pm shift</li><li>Location: San Carlos, CA (Swift Solar HQ)</li></ul><h2><strong>What you’ll love about Swift</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Work with purpose</strong>: Join our mission to unlock the full potential of solar energy and make a global impact. </li><li><strong>Lead with innovation</strong>: Be part of an extraordinary team building cutting-edge solar technology - growth mindset; culture</li><li><strong>Thrive with benefits</strong>: 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. </li><li><strong>Invest in your career</strong>: You’ll grow your skills, your network, and your perspective at Swift. We’ll support you in attending conferences and taking online courses, as long as you share your new insights with the team.</li></ul><p>We acknowledge that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the criteria. If you’re excited about this role and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. We're eager to meet people from all backgrounds, and your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.</p><p>If you believe in our mission, but this isn’t the right job for you, we’re always looking for good people. Please check out other career opportunities on our website and email us at <a href="mailto:careers@swiftsolar.com">careers@swiftsolar.com</a> with any questions. And if you have a friend who would be a perfect fit, send them this link. Thanks!</p><p><em>Swift is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives.</em></p>

Senior Process Technician

<h2><strong>About the company</strong></h2><p>At Swift Solar, our mission is to unlock the full potential of solar energy. We believe that solar energy has a 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, today's solar technology is good, but it's not good enough. </p><p>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. </p><p>Swift Solar is a mission-focused startup supported by the US government and backed by world-class investors.. It’s a long journey to bring a new clean energy technology to market, and we’re in it for the long haul, together. Join our extraordinary team who is building the cutting-edge solar technology that will shape the future of the global solar industry.</p><h2><strong>A day in the life</strong></h2><p>As a Mechanical Design Engineer at Swift, you will help us develop, build, and maintain the equipment to create the next generation of solar products. You will work in a fast-paced environment as a core member of the engineering team, and be responsible for the design of mechanical parts and assemblies required for R&amp;D and production equipment. You will be continuously challenged to take new ideas, develop them in SolidWorks, and refine the design with FEM simulation tools. Together with R&amp;D and process engineering specialists, you will be developing key intellectual property that supports Swift’s success.</p><p>On a typical day, you might work on a new deposition system assembly, designing specific parts according to specifications you’ve defined previously with one of our process engineers. To reduce lead time and cost, you might send dimensioned drawings with specified tolerances to various machine shops for quotes. You might also attend a meeting with the R&amp;D team to debug the root cause of a process problem.</p><p>As an early hire, you’ll help craft Swift’s culture. In this role you’ll be interacting with every part of the company, which will naturally lead to many opportunities to grow your own skills and responsibilities. We encourage you to take full advantage of these opportunities.</p><h2><strong>You might be a good fit if you... </strong></h2><ul><li>Have 10+ years experience with complex mechanical designs and assemblies in SolidWorks, including dimensioning and management of the part manufacturing process </li><li>Have 5+ years experience designing for vacuum deposition equipment and are familiar with vacuum components selection (flange standards, valves, rotary feedthroughs, etc.)</li><li>Have structural, thermal and flow FEA simulation experience </li><li>Have experience with high-temperature ceramic, graphite, and metal alloy part design</li><li>Have experience designing mechanisms that require precision </li><li>Take initiative to tackle problems you see around you, even if it’s not your job</li><li>Consider yourself to be conscientious, empathetic, tactful, and growth-minded</li><li>Are organized and keep good documentation</li></ul><h2><strong>A very strong candidate will likely bring one or more of the following...</strong></h2><ul><li>In-depth understanding of fluid mechanics</li><li>Thermal and CFD simulation experience in COMSOL, Ansys Fluent, SolidWorks, or similar multiphysics simulations software</li><li>Strong understanding of product design and life cycle</li><li>Familiarity with low-voltage control systems (24 and 48 VDC) and/or high voltage equipment systems (208 VAC, 480 VAC)</li></ul><h2><strong>The logistics</strong></h2><ul><li>Compensation: Competitive package including salary, equity, and benefits</li><ul><li>Expected pay range: $120,000 - $185,000 per year</li><li>The actual offer, reflecting total compensation and benefits, will be determined by factors such as years of relevant experience, skills, and other qualifications </li></ul><li>Ideal start date: June-July 2025</li><li>Job type: Full-time</li><li>Location: San Carlos, CA (Swift Solar HQ)</li></ul><h2><strong>What you’ll love about Swift</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Work with purpose</strong>: Join our mission to unlock the full potential of solar energy and make a global impact. </li><li><strong>Lead with innovation</strong>: Be part of an extraordinary team building cutting-edge solar technology - growth mindset; culture</li><li><strong>Thrive with benefits</strong>: 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. </li><li><strong>Invest in your career</strong>: You’ll grow your skills, your network, and your perspective at Swift. We’ll support you in attending conferences and taking online courses, as long as you share your new insights with the team.</li></ul><p>We acknowledge that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the criteria. If you’re excited about this role and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. We're eager to meet people from all backgrounds, and your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.</p><p>If you believe in our mission, but this isn’t the right job for you, please check out other career opportunities on our website and email us at <a href="mailto:careers@swiftsolar.com">careers@swiftsolar.com</a> with any questions. And if you have a friend who would be a perfect fit, send them this link. Thanks!</p><p><em>Swift is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives.</em></p>

Senior/Staff Mechanical Design Engineer

<h2><strong>About the company</strong></h2><p>At Swift Solar, our mission is to unlock the full potential of solar energy. We believe that solar energy has a 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, today's solar technology is good, but it's not good enough. </p><p>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. </p><p>Swift Solar is a mission-focused startup supported by the US government and backed by world-class investors.. It’s a long journey to bring a new clean energy technology to market, and we’re in it for the long haul, together. Join our extraordinary team who is building the cutting-edge solar technology that will shape the future of the global solar industry.</p><h2><strong>A day in the life</strong></h2><p>As Head of Business Development, you’ll get Swift commercial-ready by engaging strategic customers, developing partnerships, and securing purchase commitments. You’ll play a key role in scaling our perovskite solar technology as a strategic partner to our CEO, helping to develop and execute our commercialization strategy. </p><p>On a typical day, you might meet with a key customer and structure a strategic partnership. You’ll represent Swift externally at industry events and customer discussions. You will drive negotiations and help close business deals that align with company objectives. Working closely with Swift’s technical team, you’ll develop and manage pilot projects with strategic customers. Part of the job will be conducting thorough market analysis and monitoring industry trends to identify business opportunities and support fundraising. <br><br>As an early hire, you’ll help craft Swift’s culture. In this role you’ll be contributing actively to company leadership and strategy discussions. You’ll be interacting with many parts of the company, which will naturally lead to opportunities to continue growing your own skills and responsibilities. We encourage you to take full advantage of these opportunities.</p><h2><strong>You might be a good fit if you... </strong></h2><ul><li>Have driven go-to-market (0 to 1) at a high-growth startup</li><li>Have a track record of success with customer discovery and development, ideally in hardtech</li><li>Have secured customer commitments (e.g., LOIs) prior to product launch</li><li>Bring a deep understanding of business strategy and strategic positioning</li><li>Understand solar PV industry economics and market landscape</li><li>Consider yourself to be extremely proactive and hands-on, a fast learner, technically competent, and a strong negotiator who is comfortable owning commercial legal contracts (e.g., pilot agreements, JDAs, LOIs)</li><li>Are strongly motivated to help stop climate change</li></ul><h2><strong>A strong candidate might bring one or more of the following...</strong></h2><ul><li>10+ years of BD experience, including 4+ years at a deeptech startup</li><li>Top-notch writing and presentation skills</li><li>Strong design skills/instincts with experience developing marketing collateral for new materials and/or hardware products</li><li>Experience with government contracts</li><li>Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in science or engineering, ideally EE, mechanical engineering, physics, chemistry, materials science, or related field</li><li>MBA or relevant advanced degree, with entrepreneurial focus</li></ul><h2><strong>The logistics</strong></h2><ul><li>Compensation: Competitive package including salary, equity, and benefits</li><ul><li>Expected Salary Range: $200k-$250k+</li></ul><li>Job type: Full-time</li><li>Location: San Carlos, CA (Swift Solar HQ)</li></ul><h2><strong>What you’ll love about Swift</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Work with purpose</strong>: Join our mission to unlock the full potential of solar energy and make a global impact. </li><li><strong>Lead with innovation</strong>: Be part of an extraordinary team building cutting-edge solar technology - growth mindset; culture</li><li><strong>Thrive with benefits</strong>: 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. </li><li><strong>Invest in your career</strong>: You’ll grow your skills, your network, and your perspective at Swift. We’ll support you in attending conferences and taking online courses, as long as you share your new insights with the team.</li></ul><p>We acknowledge that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the criteria. If you’re excited about this role and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. We're eager to meet people from all backgrounds, and your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.</p><p>If you believe in our mission, but this isn’t the right job for you, please check out other career opportunities on our website and email us at <a href="mailto:careers@swiftsolar.com">careers@swiftsolar.com</a> with any questions. And if you have a friend who would be a perfect fit, send them this link. Thanks!</p><p><em>Swift is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives.</em></p>

Head of Business Development

<h2><strong>About the company</strong></h2><p>At Swift Solar, our mission is to unlock the full potential of solar energy. We believe that solar energy has a 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, today's solar technology is good, but it's not good enough. </p><p>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. </p><p>Swift Solar is a mission-focused startup supported by the US government and backed by world-class investors.. It’s a long journey to bring a new clean energy technology to market, and we’re in it for the long haul, together. Join our extraordinary team who is building the cutting-edge solar technology that will shape the future of the global solar industry.</p><h2><strong>A day in the life</strong></h2><p>As a Senior Equipment Maintenance Technician at Swift, you’ll play a crucial, hands-on role in maintaining the solar cell R&amp;D and manufacturing equipment that powers our mission. This is a dynamic position where you’ll directly interact with and repair key machinery, performing essential upgrades, maintenance, and troubleshooting across various systems. You’ll work alongside engineers from R&amp;D, Process Engineering, and Equipment Engineering to keep operations running smoothly and ensure equipment uptime is maximized. Your expertise will directly impact the success of Swift's technology, and you’ll have the opportunity to influence our technical direction as an early member of the team.</p><p>On a typical day, you might review requests and work orders in Swift’s maintenance management software platform. You’ll help Process Engineers troubleshoot vacuum equipment, sometimes reaching out to external equipment suppliers for support. Afterwards, you might develop preventative equipment maintenance processes and start executing some of these tasks. Keeping the lab running is a key part of your role, which may include maintaining gloveboxes, supervising a contractor visit for a facility upgrade, and checking gas tank filling levels the next.</p><p>As an early hire, you’ll help craft Swift’s culture and technical direction. In this role, you’ll be interacting with every part of our lab, which will naturally lead to many opportunities to grow your own skills and responsibilities. We encourage you to take full advantage of those opportunities.</p><h2><strong>You might be a good fit if you... </strong></h2><ul><li>Have 5+ years of tool maintenance experience in industries such as vacuum coating (PVD), semiconductor manufacturing, or related field</li><li>Possess hands-on experience performing vacuum leak detection, troubleshooting mechanical systems, and repairing high- and low-voltage electrical subsystems</li><li>Have a fundamental understanding of vacuum chamber pumping (including mechanical, turbo, and cryogenic pumps) and familiarity with vacuum gauges and valves</li><li>Are organized, growth-minded, and eager to step up when help is needed</li><li>Value cross-functional collaboration and embrace the challenges and learning opportunities that come with working at a startup</li></ul><h2><strong>A strong candidate might bring one or more of the following…</strong></h2><ul><li>A working knowledge of thin film deposition processes</li><li>Experience in rebuilding mechanical and cryogenic pumps</li><li>Experience in a startup environment</li><li>Knowledge of EHS standards and codes</li><li>A passion for sustainability, contributing to Swift’s mission of unlocking the full potential of solar energy</li></ul><h2><strong>The logistics</strong></h2><ul><li>Compensation: Competitive package including salary, equity, and benefits</li><ul><li>Expected Pay Range: $32.69 - $49.52 per hour</li></ul><li>Ideal start date: February – March 2025</li><li>Job type: Full-time</li><li>Location: San Carlos, CA (Swift Solar HQ)</li></ul><h2><strong>What you’ll love about Swift</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Work with purpose</strong>: Join our mission to unlock the full potential of solar energy and make a global impact. </li><li><strong>Lead with innovation</strong>: Be part of an extraordinary team building cutting-edge solar technology - growth mindset; culture</li><li><strong>Thrive with benefits</strong>: 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. </li><li><strong>Invest in your career</strong>: You’ll grow your skills, your network, and your perspective at Swift. We’ll support you in attending conferences and taking online courses, as long as you share your new insights with the team.</li></ul><p>We acknowledge that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the criteria. If you’re excited about this role and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. We're eager to meet people from all backgrounds, and your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.</p><p>If you believe in our mission, but this isn’t the right job for you, please check out other career opportunities on our website and email us at <a href="mailto:careers@swiftsolar.com">careers@swiftsolar.com</a> with any questions. And if you have a friend who would be a perfect fit, send them this link. Thanks!</p><p><em>Swift is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives.</em></p>

Senior Equipment Maintenance Technician

<h2><strong>About the company</strong></h2><p>At Swift Solar, our mission is to unlock the full potential of solar energy. We believe that solar energy has a 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, today's solar technology is good, but it's not good enough. </p><p>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. </p><p>Swift Solar is a mission-focused startup supported by the US government and backed by world-class investors.. It’s a long journey to bring a new clean energy technology to market, and we’re in it for the long haul, together. Join our extraordinary team who is building the cutting-edge solar technology that will shape the future of the global solar industry.</p><h2><strong>A day in the life</strong></h2><p>As an Equipment Maintenance Engineer at Swift, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing the solar cell R&amp;D and manufacturing equipment that powers our mission. You’ll work closely with our R&amp;D, Process Engineering, and Equipment Engineering teams to drive the success of Swift's technology.</p><p>On a typical day, you might oversee Swift’s maintenance management software platform, creating a repair history log for a tool and documenting lessons learned. You might help a Process Engineer troubleshoot vacuum equipment, reaching out to external equipment suppliers for support or leveraging your experience with local vendors to aid in repairing parts. You’ll share your knowledge with other team members, training them on tool maintenance and quick fixes for common repairs. To maximize equipment uptime, you’ll develop preventative equipment maintenance processes and you might start executing some of these tasks. You will be vital to keeping operations running smoothly, which could include maintaining gloveboxes, implementing a new EHS equipment protocol, and planning a contractor visit for a facility upgrade.</p><p>As an early hire, you’ll help craft Swift’s culture and technical direction. In this role, you’ll be interacting with every part of our lab, which will naturally lead to many opportunities to grow your own skills and responsibilities. We encourage you to take full advantage of those opportunities.</p><h2><strong>You might be a good fit if you... </strong></h2><ul><li>Have 10+ years of tool maintenance experience in industries such as vacuum coating (PVD), semiconductor manufacturing, or related field</li><li>Possess hands-on experience performing vacuum leak detection, troubleshooting mechanical systems, and repairing high- and low-voltage electrical subsystems</li><li>Have a fundamental understanding of vacuum chamber pumping (including mechanical, turbo, and cryogenic pumps) and familiarity with vacuum gauges and valves</li><li>Have knowledge about typical semiconductor lab facilitation</li><li>Are organized, growth-minded, and eager to step up when help is needed</li><li>Value cross-functional collaboration and embrace the challenges and learning opportunities that come with working at a startup</li></ul><h2><strong>A strong candidate might bring one or more of the following…</strong></h2><ul><li>A working knowledge of thin film deposition processes</li><li>Experience in rebuilding mechanical and cryogenic pumps</li><li>Experience in a startup environment</li><li>Knowledge of EHS standards and codes</li><li>Direct experience with Beckhoff and/or Omron PLC and distributed I/O</li><li>A passion for sustainability, contributing to Swift’s mission of unlocking the full potential of solar energy</li></ul><h2><strong>The logistics</strong></h2><ul><li>Compensation: Competitive package including salary, equity, and benefits</li><ul><li>Expected Pay Range: $95,000-$160,000 per year</li></ul><li>Ideal start date: June-July 2025</li><li>Job type: Full-time</li><li>Location: San Carlos, CA (Swift Solar HQ)</li></ul><h2><strong>What you’ll love about Swift</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Work with purpose</strong>: Join our mission to unlock the full potential of solar energy and make a global impact. </li><li><strong>Lead with innovation</strong>: Be part of an extraordinary team building cutting-edge solar technology - growth mindset; culture</li><li><strong>Thrive with benefits</strong>: 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. </li><li><strong>Invest in your career</strong>: You’ll grow your skills, your network, and your perspective at Swift. We’ll support you in attending conferences and taking online courses, as long as you share your new insights with the team.</li></ul><p>We acknowledge that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the criteria. If you’re excited about this role and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. We're eager to meet people from all backgrounds, and your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.</p><p>If you believe in our mission, but this isn’t the right job for you, please check out other career opportunities on our website and email us at <a href="mailto:careers@swiftsolar.com">careers@swiftsolar.com</a> with any questions. And if you have a friend who would be a perfect fit, send them this link. Thanks!</p><p><em>Swift is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives.</em></p>

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<h2><strong>About the company</strong></h2><p>At Swift Solar, our mission is to unlock the full potential of solar energy. We believe that solar energy has a 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, today's solar technology is good, but it's not good enough. </p><p>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. </p><p>Swift Solar is a mission-focused startup supported by the US government and backed by world-class investors.. It’s a long journey to bring a new clean energy technology to market, and we’re in it for the long haul, together. Join our extraordinary team who is building the cutting-edge solar technology that will shape the future of the global solar industry.</p><p><strong>Exploring Your Future at Swift</strong></p><p>At Swift Solar, we’re always looking for passionate, talented individuals who are ready to help us revolutionize clean energy. While we may not have the exact role for you today, we’d love to connect with you to discuss future opportunities as they arise.</p><p>Here are some of the exciting roles we frequently hire for:</p><ul><li><strong>Process Technicians:</strong> Running experiments to support cutting-edge perovskite solar PV research.</li><li><strong>Process Engineers: </strong>Driving the development and scale-up of thin-film processes.</li><li><strong>R&amp;D Scientists: </strong>Pioneering advances in the field of perovskite solar PV technology.</li><li><strong>Software Engineers: </strong>Developing the tools and platforms that empower our mission to revolutionize solar energy.</li><li><strong>Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineers: </strong>Designing and refining equipment that enables the production of affordable, high-efficiency perovskite photovoltaics</li><li><strong>Manufacturing Engineers:</strong> Preparing for implementation of our first-of-a-kind factory.</li><li><strong>Maintenance Engineers and Technicians:</strong> Ensuring reliable operation of advanced machinery and systems to support uninterrupted production.</li><li><strong>... And More!</strong></li></ul><p>Joining our talent community means you’ll be first in line to hear about opportunities tailored to your expertise. If you’re excited about what we’re building and want to stay connected for future opportunities, we encourage you to apply here. While this isn’t for a specific role, our team regularly reviews applications to identify top talent for upcoming positions.</p><p>Let’s build the future of solar together.</p><h2><strong>What you’ll love about Swift</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Work with purpose</strong>: Join our mission to unlock the full potential of solar energy and make a global impact. </li><li><strong>Lead with innovation</strong>: Be part of an extraordinary team building cutting-edge solar technology - growth mindset; culture</li><li><strong>Thrive with benefits</strong>: 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. </li><li><strong>Invest in your career</strong>: You’ll grow your skills, your network, and your perspective at Swift. We’ll support you in attending conferences and taking online courses, as long as you share your new insights with the team.</li></ul><p>Swift is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives.</p>

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