Cryogenic Packaging Specialist II

D-Wave Quantum Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

D-Wave Quantum Inc. in Burnaby, BC, seeks a Packaging Specialist II to join the Cryogenic Packaging Team.

You will support the development and refinement of cryogenic packaging processes, materials, and assembly techniques through hands-on experimentation and prototype development. You will build and evaluate experimental hardware, troubleshoot assembly challenges, and contribute practical expertise to next-generation packaging technologies.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary technical diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of experience assembling complex electromechanical assemblies.
• Experience with precision microassembly techniques such as die attach, wire bonding, soldering, or adhesive application.
• Ability to support fabrication process development and troubleshooting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and manual dexterity when working with delicate components.
• Experience with technical documentation, experimental records, and multi-level BOMs.
• Strong problem solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work accurately with general supervision.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and lift/move objects up to 30 lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Support evaluation of new packaging materials, processes, and designs through hands-on experimentation.
• Build experimental hardware and prototypes to support next-generation cryogenic packaging technologies.
• Participate in speculative packaging concepts and look-ahead prototypes for future manufacturing capabilities.
• Evaluate chip package designs and identify manufacturability and cryogenic reliability concerns; escalate issues to senior team members.
• Execute packaging materials, fabrication, and design trials, documenting observations and refining manufacturing methods.
• Document packaging assembly techniques and work instructions.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and traceability of materials, assemblies, and process changes.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and technicians to transition successful processes into repeatable manufacturing techniques.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly instructions, process documentation, and experimental procedures.
• Assemble, inspect, rework, and repair cryogenic electronic assemblies including die attach, wire bonding, cable assemblies, and precision microassembly operations.
• Perform precision inspection and verification using microscopes and laboratory equipment.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain specialized tools and lab areas.
• Provide general laboratory maintenance and support.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Problem solving

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Self-motivated

Safety mindset

Education

Technical diploma

Tools

Microscopes

Laboratory equipment

Wire bonding equipment

Die attach equipment

Soldering equipment

Job description

D-Wave Quantum Inc. in Burnaby, BC, seeks a Packaging Specialist II to join the Cryogenic Packaging Team.

You will support the development and refinement of cryogenic packaging processes, materials, and assembly techniques through hands-on experimentation and prototype development. You will build and evaluate experimental hardware, troubleshoot assembly challenges, and contribute practical expertise to next-generation packaging technologies.