Junior Fabrication Engineer

Peak Quantum GmbH; München; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Mentorship by senior engineers

Professional development funding

Health benefits

Corporate fitness programs

Job summary

Peak Quantum GmbH in Munich is seeking a Junior Fabrication Engineer to contribute to the development of reliable, error-protected quantum processors and to execute cleanroom fabrication workflows under senior engineers’ guidance.

You will gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art fabrication methods, working toward becoming a full R&D Fabrication Engineer. The role offers mentorship, growth, and relocation support in a dynamic quantum hardware startup.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field.
• Bachelor’s with strong relevant experience may also be considered.
• 1–2 years of experience with cleanroom fabrication of superconducting circuits or cryogenic devices.
• Comfortable handling solvents, acids, and gases, and follow strict cleanroom and safety procedures.
• Familiar with nanofabrication techniques and tools such as e-beam or optical lithography, thin-film deposition (PVD/sputtering), dry and wet etches, and lift-off.
• Methodical, precise, and data-driven; understand process control and documentation.
• Eager to learn and grow into a specialist in quantum hardware fabrication.
• Thrives in collaborative, fast-paced R&D environments with experimentation.

Responsibilities

• Execute and help optimize fabrication processes for high-coherence superconducting circuits and novel error-protected qubit designs, including lithography, deposition, etching, and in-line characterization.
• Support process stability and yield improvement efforts through careful execution, systematic data collection, and analysis.
• Assist in adapting experimental fabrication techniques for deployment in a highly controlled cleanroom environment.
• Collaborate with design, measurement, and system-integration teams to ensure seamless device progression from wafer to testbed.
• Document and analyse results, using structured feedback loops and data to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Cleanroom fabrication

Superconducting circuits

Cryogenic devices

Lithography

Deposition

Etching

Data analysis

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science

Bachelor’s degree with strong relevant experience

Job description

As Junior Fabrication Engineer, you will contribute to the development of reliable, error-protected quantum processors. Working under the guidance of our senior fabrication engineers, you will execute and help refine cleanroom fabrication workflows, building hands‑on expertise in turning proprietary QPU architectures into functioning hardware.

Joining Peak Quantum at this early stage means a steep learning curve and direct exposure to cutting‑edge quantum hardware development. You will gain first‑hand experience with state‑of‑the‑art fabrication methods and tools, supported by close mentoring from experienced colleagues. As you grow, so will your responsibilities – with a clear path toward becoming a full R&D Fabrication Engineer.

What You’ll Do

• Execute and help optimize fabrication processes for high‑coherence superconducting circuits and novel error‑protected qubit designs, including lithography, deposition, etching, and in‑line characterization.
• Support process stability and yield improvement efforts through careful execution, systematic data collection, and analysis.
• Assist in adapting experimental fabrication techniques for deployment in a highly controlled cleanroom environment.
• Collaborate with design, measurement, and system‑integration teams to ensure seamless device progression from wafer to testbed.
• Document and analyse results, using structured feedback loops and data to drive continuous improvement.

Who You Are

• You hold a Master’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field. A Bachelor’s with strong relevant experience may also be considered.
• You have approximately 1–2 years of experience (including thesis work) with cleanroom fabrication of superconducting circuits or cryogenic devices, whether in an academic or industry setting.
• You are comfortable handling solvents, acids, and gases, and follow strict cleanroom and safety procedures.
• You are familiar with nanofabrication techniques and tools such as e‑beam or optical lithography, thin‑film deposition (PVD/sputtering), dry and wet etches, and lift‑off.
• You are methodical, precise, and data‑driven. You understand the importance of process control and careful documentation.
• You are eager to learn, receptive to feedback, and motivated to develop into a specialist in quantum hardware fabrication.
• You thrive in collaborative, fast‑paced R&D environments where experimentation is expected and rapid learning is celebrated.
• You are fluent in English (written and spoken).

We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives. If you meet the core technical requirements above but bring a non‑traditional path to get there, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Mission‑driven innovation: Work at the forefront of quantum processor development with meaningful contributions from day one.
• Mentorship and growth: Learn directly from senior fabrication engineers, with a clear development path toward full R&D Fabrication Engineer and beyond.
• Early‑stage exposure: As part of our growing team, gain broad insight into how a quantum hardware startup operates – well beyond a narrow job description.
• Collaborative environment: Work side by side with design, measurement, and fabrication engineers in a science‑driven team.
• Professional development: Access to funding for learning, workshops, and conference attendance.
• Competitive compensation: Attractive salaries according to seniority, including additional benefits.
• Corporate fitness programs and health benefits.
• Relocation support.
• A great place to live and work: Located in the Munich area (Garching), you will be at the heart of one of Europe’s leading quantum technology hubs, surrounded by world‑class research and innovation networks. The region combines the cultural vibrancy of Munich with beautiful nature and abundant opportunities for outdoor activities.

How to Apply

Send your CV, a brief cover letter highlighting relevant fabrication experience, and one example of a fabrication challenge you worked on (e.g., improving quality or yield, solving a process issue, etc.) to [e-mail].

We’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities.

If you have questions, reach out: we’d love to hear from you.