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Chemical Hardware Lab Generalist, Quantum AI

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Goleta, CAJob$99–140K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$99–140K/yr
Location
Goleta, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Google Quantum AI is advancing quantum computing, and its Quantum Equipment Engineering Team supports the operation and maintenance of manufacturing equipment. The Chemical Hardware Lab Generalist manages chemicals for a semiconductor fabrication facility, including purchasing, inventory control, distribution, and hazardous waste disposal. The role also supports shipping and receiving, prepares purchasing and inventory documentation, and assists with chemical-handling procedures.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Laboratory Safety Protocols, requiredMechanical Metrology, requiredElectrical Metrology, requiredChemical Handling, requiredInventory Management, requiredInventory Management Software, requiredHazardous Materials Handling, nice to haveVendor Management, nice to haveProcurement, nice to havePCB and FPCB Rework, nice to haveFabrication Techniques, nice to haveMaterial Handling Equipment, nice to haveChemical Inventory Software, nice to haveGoogle Workspace, nice to haveSafety Commitment, nice to haveChemical Hazard Awareness, nice to haveEnvironmental Stewardship, nice to haveIndependent Work, nice to haveCollaboration, nice to have

Qualifications

Associate's Degree or Equivalent, required3 Years Laboratory Safety and Metrology Experience, required2 Years Chemical Handling or Inventory Experience, required2 Years Inventory Software Experience, requiredHazardous Materials Certifications, nice to haveCalifornia Class C Driver's License, nice to have3 Years Vendor Management, Procurement, Rework, or Fabrication Experience, nice to have

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Minimum qualifications:

  • Associate's degree, trade school certification, other verifiable training in a relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

  • 3 years of experience in Laboratory Safety Protocols (Chemicals, Lasers, High Voltage, etc), Mechanical Metrology (CAD, Use of calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, Instron, etc), and Electrical Metrolgy (multimeter, O-scope, etc).

  • 2 years of experience in chemical handling, inventory management, or a related field.

  • 2 years of experience using inventory management software.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Certifications in hazardous materials handling (e.g., HAZWOPER, RCRA, DOT) and a valid California Class C Driver's license.

  • 3 years of experience in Vendor Management and Procurements (Procurement of electromechanical and laboratory components), PCB and FPCB rework (soldering, de-soldering, crimping, etc), and Fabrication Techniques used for rapid prototyping (Laser cutting, 3D printing, drill press, band saw, etc).

  • Experience operating material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks) and utilizing chemical inventory software or Google Workspace.

  • Strong commitment to safety, chemical hazard awareness, and environmental stewardship, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

About the job

Google Quantum AI is building quantum computing for otherwise unsolvable problems. The full potential of quantum computing will be unlocked with a large-scale computer capable of complex, error-corrected computations. Our roadmap is focused on advancing the capabilities of quantum computing and enabling meaningful applications.

Quantum Equipment Engineering Team ensures the smooth landing, operation, maintenance, and optimization of manufacturing equipment to produce high-quality quantum devices reliably and efficiently. The Chemical Handling Technician plays a vital role in the safe and efficient management of chemicals within a semiconductor fabrication facility. In this role, you will be involved in the purchasing, inventory control, and hazardous waste disposal of chemicals essential to the manufacturing process. You will possess meticulous attention to detail, knowledge of chemical handling procedures, and a strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $99000 - $140000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more aboutbenefits at Google (https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/) .

Responsibilities

  • Maintain inventory and procure chemicals, gases, and cryogenics, collaborating with engineering teams to source quality, cost-effective materials.

  • Distribute chemicals throughout the facilities, ensuring reliable supply to cleanroom tools, equipment, and the AWN system.

  • Manage satellite and main hazardous waste collection areas, strictly adhering to EPA, OSHA, and Google environmental safety policies.

  • Oversee facility shipping and receiving activities, managing the safe intake of materials and coordinating outgoing shipments.

  • Prepare purchase orders, inventory reports, and waste manifests, while assisting in the development of standard chemical handling procedures.

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How this job compares

Set against the 2,137 open Laboratory Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 12, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$99–140K/yr
  • California median$56–72K/yr29 salary ranges
  • US median$51–72K/yr267 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $120K, is 86% above the California median midpoint ($64K) — in the top quarter of Laboratory Technician salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 159 open Laboratory Technician jobs in California and 2,137 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience — more than three in four Laboratory Technician postings that state a minimum ask for (median 1 year, across 902 postings).
Education
276 of the 2,137 open Laboratory Technician jobs (13%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 12, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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