Cryogenic Quantum Hardware Engineer - End-to-End Dev

Amazon; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is seeking a Research Engineer to design cryogenic hardware for quantum processors. You will lead end-to-end development from requirements to testing, applying 3D CAD (SolidWorks), thermal and structural FEA, and manufacturing-focused design principles in a cross-functional team.

The role emphasizes cryogenic mechanics, EMI mitigation, and scalable packaging solutions in a startup-like environment with strong collaboration across diverse engineers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, Master’s with 5+ years, or PhD with 2+ years.
• Experience with cryogenic mechanical design and product development lifecycle.
• Knowledge with design for manufacturing.
• Expertise with Finite Element Analysis (Thermal, Mechanical, EM) and 3D CAD (SolidWorks).

Responsibilities

• Develop high density novel packaging solutions for quantum processor units.
• Cryogenic mechanical design for novel cryogenic signal conditioning sub-assemblies.
• Cryogenic mechanical design for signal delivery systems.
• Simulation-driven designs to reduce EMI within the qubit environment.
• Own end-to-end product development through requirements, design reviews, assembly/testing documentation, and final delivery.
• Participate in requirements, design, and test reviews and communicate with internal stakeholders.
• Work cross-functionally to drive decisions and define standards.

Skills

3D CAD SolidWorks

Thermal FE A

Cryogenic mechanical design

Design for manufacturing

Product development lifecycle

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Master's or PhD in related field

Electrical engineering or materials science background

Tools

SolidWorks

Ansys

COMSOL

Job description

Amazon Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) is seeking a Research Engineer to design cryogenic hardware for quantum processors. You will lead end-to-end development from requirements to testing, applying 3D CAD (SolidWorks), thermal and structural FEA, and manufacturing-focused design principles in a cross-functional team.

The role emphasizes cryogenic mechanics, EMI mitigation, and scalable packaging solutions in a startup-like environment with strong collaboration across diverse engineers and