R&D Technician
On-site · Alameda, California, United States
Job Summary
As an R&D Technician, you will operate high-temperature reactors and vacuum systems in the production of rare-earth metals, engage in fabrication and assembly tasks, execute standard operating procedures (SOPs) and test plans, and monitor process parameters. You'll perform troubleshooting and preventive maintenance while maintaining a clean work area and contributing to process improvements. Required skills include hands-on fabrication experience, mechanical aptitude, and safety compliance, with preferred experience in reactor systems and familiarity with CAD.
Required Qualifications
- Hands-on fabrication experience (basic machining, assembly; welding is a plus)
- Experience operating high-temperature or vacuum systems (reactors, furnaces, gloveboxes, pumps, or similar)
- Mechanical aptitude and comfort with tools, rigging, and safe equipment handling
- Detail-orientation and rigorous adherence to SOPs, safety, and documentation
- Comfort working independently in a fast-paced, build-measure-learn environment
- Availability to start soon
Desired Qualifications
- Experience building or assisting in the build of high-temperature reactors or vacuum subsystems
- Basic CAD familiarity (Fusion or similar) for simple prints/markups
- Coursework or experience in chemistry or physics (thermo, materials, reaction engineering, or similar)
Additional Requirements
- Visa sponsorship available if needed
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