Cryogenic Vacuum Design Engineer for Quantum Systems

PsiQuantum; Milpitas, Palo Alto (CA, CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

PsiQuantum in Milpitas, CA seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to the cryogenic and vacuum systems for the quantum computer project. The role involves heavy CAD modeling and drawing production, interfacing with internal teams and external suppliers.

Candidates should bring hands-on experience with cryogenic equipment and a strong background in mechanical design. The position requires a degree in mechanical engineering or related fields, 3+ years of relevant experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, nuclear, or chemical engineering.
• 3+ years of relevant mechanical design experience on optical and electronic assemblies.
• Knowledge of vacuum-related manufacturing processes, materials and applications.
• Knowledge of fabrication methods: machining, welding, brazing, soldering, forming.
• Working knowledge of drafting standards and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Focus on vacuum and cryogenic equipment design.
• Produce CAD models and assembly drawings for vacuum/cryogenic equipment.
• Conduct design activities including requirements management, FMEA, and tolerance analyses.
• Review drawings for accuracy, manufacturability, and conformance to standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to support cryostat and quantum computer commissioning.
• Apply strong visualization to develop feasible configurations and interpret engineering data.

Skills

Vacuum engineering

Cryogenics

CAD modeling

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

FMEA

Materials selection

3D CAD design

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

SolidWorks

PTC Creo

Siemens NX

Ansys Workbench

Teamcenter

Windchill

Agile

Job description

PsiQuantum in Milpitas, CA seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to the cryogenic and vacuum systems for the quantum computer project. The role involves heavy CAD modeling and drawing production, interfacing with internal teams and external suppliers.

Candidates should bring hands-on experience with cryogenic equipment and a strong background in mechanical design. The position requires a degree in mechanical engineering or related fields, 3+ years of relevant experience, and