Cryostat Equipment Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Cryostat Equipment Engineer. Location: Milpitas, California, USA

Job Type: Full-Time, Entry Level, Onsite

Responsibilities:

• Install, commission, and maintain advanced cryogenic systems for quantum computing hardware.
• Integrate cryostats with mechanical, electrical, and control subsystems.
• Operate and maintain high-vacuum and ultra-high-vacuum systems including pumps, valves, gauges, and leak detection equipment.
• Develop commissioning procedures, acceptance tests, and system validation protocols.
• Monitor cryostat performance and perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective maintenance;
• Interface with instrumentation systems such as temperature sensors, pressure transducers, flow controllers, and data acquisition systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quantum hardware, facilities, controls, and safety teams.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation including schematics, maintenance logs, and system updates.
• Support continuous improvement of system reliability, performance, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards related to cryogens, vacuum systems, and high-voltage equipment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience with high-vacuum or ultra-high-vacuum systems.
• Experience installing, commissioning, and maintaining complex laboratory or industrial equipment;
• Familiarity with cryogenic systems such as dilution refrigerators, liquid helium systems, or cryocoolers.
• Experience with instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and electrical schematics.

Preferred:

• Experience with cryostats in quantum computing or superconducting/low-temperature physics environments.
• Knowledge of vacuum system design and helium leak detection techniques.
• Familiarity with control systems such as PLCs or LabVIEW.
• Experience in cleanroom or semiconductor environments.
• Advanced degree in a relevant field.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Base salary range: $110,000 to $145,000 depending on location and experience.
• Equity participation for full-time employees.
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare coverage and insurance options.
• Paid time off and standard employee leave policies;
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computing systems.
• Exposure to cutting-edge cryogenic and photonic quantum hardware development.

Other Information:

• Role involves working with advanced cryogenic and vacuum infrastructure for quantum computing systems.
• Strong emphasis on safety compliance in handling cryogens and high-voltage systems.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion;
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.