Process & Quality Engineering Technician

Tandem PV•Fremont, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Tandem PV is seeking a hands-on, analytically minded Process & Quality Engineering Technician to support its pilot manufacturing line, process monitoring systems, and quality control activities. The role combines equipment instrumentation, data analysis, technical troubleshooting, and quality inspection. Approximately 50–75% of the work involves direct activity on the pilot line, including installing and maintaining sensors, monitoring process performance, and helping identify and resolve equipment or process issues. The position is suited to someone comfortable working with hardware and software, independently investigating problems, and developing potential solutions while building experience with manufacturing systems, data analysis, and AI-enabled troubleshooting tools. The technician will support instrumentation and monitoring, assess process data and troubleshoot technical issues, assist with technical software and systems, perform incoming material inspection and other quality control activities, and contribute to metrology and continuous improvement as Tandem PV expands its capabilities. The position is primarily on-site at Tandem PV's Fremont research and manufacturing facility, with regular work on the pilot manufacturing line and in engineering or laboratory environments. The company develops mechanically stacked perovskite-silicon tandem solar panels and is scaling its technology toward commercial manufacturing.

Requirements

Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent hands-on technical experience.
Experience working in a manufacturing, engineering, laboratory, or other technical environment.
Hands-on aptitude for installing, configuring, maintaining, or troubleshooting technical equipment, sensors, or instrumentation.
Ability to interpret technical data, recognize abnormalities, and approach problems using logical troubleshooting methods.
Comfort using computers, technical software, spreadsheets, and digital tools to analyze information and solve problems.
Ability to perform basic software installation and configuration and computer troubleshooting.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to maintain accurate technical records.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel.
Willingness to learn new technologies, systems, and processes in a dynamic development environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with process monitoring, sensors, data acquisition systems, or industrial instrumentation.
Familiarity with manufacturing quality control, incoming inspection, or metrology equipment.
Experience working with manufacturing process data, including Excel, Python, or other analytical tools.
Familiarity with AI-enabled tools for technical research, troubleshooting, or data analysis.
Experience with basic automation, equipment connectivity, or manufacturing software systems.
Exposure to semiconductor, photovoltaic, thin-film, or other advanced manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with quality management practices, inspection procedures, and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot sensors and monitoring equipment on the pilot manufacturing line.
Support the collection, organization, and validation of process and equipment performance data.
Monitor sensor outputs and process trends to identify abnormalities, inconsistencies, or potential equipment issues.
Work with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve process visibility, equipment reliability, and data collection capabilities.
Assist with implementing and maintaining monitoring systems as the pilot line evolves.
Review process data to assess whether measurements and equipment outputs are accurate, consistent, and within expected operating parameters.
Investigate unexpected results, identify potential root causes, and develop hypotheses for further evaluation.
Use AI-enabled tools, software applications, and other analytical resources to support troubleshooting and problem-solving.
Recommend corrective actions and implement approved improvements in collaboration with engineering.
Document findings, troubleshooting activities, and recommended solutions.
Support setup, configuration, and maintenance of technical software and systems used in engineering and manufacturing operations.
Assist with system administration, troubleshooting, and related technical activities.
Configure computers and laptops, install software, and support system updates and connectivity requirements.
Troubleshoot basic hardware, software, and system integration issues.
Coordinate with engineering and external technical support providers as needed.
Support incoming material inspection and quality control activities, including inspection of glass and other critical manufacturing materials.
Collect, document, and analyze incoming material quality metrics.
Identify material defects, inconsistencies, and potential quality concerns.
Assist in developing and maintaining inspection procedures, quality records, and performance tracking.
Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to investigate quality issues and support corrective actions.
Assist with the implementation and operation of additional quality and metrology tools as capabilities expand.
Maintain accurate technical documentation, measurement records, and process data.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on process consistency, data accuracy, quality, and manufacturing efficiency.