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Cryostat Equipment Engineer

Milpitas, CA

โœจ $120k-$160k / yearest.

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๐Ÿ’ผ About This Role

You'll lead the installation and commissioning of advanced cryogenic systems for quantum computing hardware, ensuring reliable operation in a cutting-edge R&D environment. Your work will directly support building the world's first utility-scale fault-tolerant quantum computers. This role offers the opportunity to work on next-generation technology with a pioneering team.

๐ŸŽฏ What You'll Do

  • Install and commission quantum computing cryostats with mechanical, electrical, and control subsystems.
  • Operate and maintain high-vacuum systems including pumps, gauges, valves, and leak detection.
  • Develop and execute commissioning procedures and system validation protocols.
  • Monitor cryostat performance, diagnose faults, and perform preventative and corrective maintenance.

๐Ÿ“‹ Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
  • Hands-on experience with high-vacuum or ultra-high-vacuum (UHV) systems.
  • Experience installing and maintaining complex equipment in a lab or industrial setting.
  • Familiarity with cryogenic systems such as dilution refrigerators or closed-cycle cryocoolers.

โœจ Nice to Have

  • Experience with cryostats in quantum computing or low-temperature physics.
  • Knowledge of vacuum system design and leak detection (helium mass spectrometry).
  • Familiarity with control systems like PLCs or LabVIEW.

๐ŸŽ Benefits & Perks

  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Competitive base salary and equity compensation
  • ๐Ÿฅ Comprehensive health insurance
  • ๐Ÿ“ˆ Retirement plan options
  • ๐Ÿ–๏ธ Generous paid time off

๐Ÿ“จ Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate

  1. 1Phone Screenยท 30 min
  2. 2Technical Interviewยท 60 min
  3. 3On-site Interviewยท Half day
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