Process Characterization Technician

About the role

The Process Characterization Technician supports process development, characterization, and continuous improvement activities within manufacturing and engineering environments at Bloom Energy’s Fremont, CA facility. This fully on‑site, in‑factory role reports to the Director of Process Engineering.

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.

Requirements

• 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 skills.
• 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 operating or analyzing data from SEM tools is a strong plus.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment for extended periods; may require standing, lifting, bending, and handling engineering material or equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Manual dexterity to assemble products as directed.
• Wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.

About Bloom Energy

Bloom Energy’s vision is to make clean, reliable, and affordable energy available to everyone. Leveraging solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies, the company powers AI‑driven data centers, hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities. With more than 30,000 fuel‑cell modules deployed worldwide, Bloom serves Fortune 100 companies and innovators, delivering rapid “time‑to‑power,” reliability, and sustainability. The company’s technology originated from NASA’s Mars Program and now powers clients such as Apple, Google, NSA, Walmart, AT&T, eBay, Staples, Caltech, and Kaiser Permanente.

Pay

Salary range: $28.02 – $40.32 per hour.

Schedule

Shift A1: Sunday – Tuesday, alternate Wednesday – 6:00 am – 6:00 pm.