Facilities Engineering Intern - 1000

Quantinuum; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Flexible work schedule

Employee discounts

Job summary

Quantinuum in Brooklyn Park, MN is seeking a Facilities Engineer Intern to support the operation and maintenance of building systems, HVAC, and cryogenic production equipment in a high‑tech environment.

You will help monitor performance, assist in preventive maintenance planning, read blueprints, and coordinate with contractors. The role offers a hands‑on learning experience, housing stipend for outside-state candidates, and a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program
• Graduating on/after 2027
• U.S. Person per contractual requirements
• Candidates must not be nationals of the PRC or Russia unless U.S. citizen

Responsibilities

• Own the engineering support, reliability, and continuous improvement of facility infrastructure, HVAC, building automation, mechanical systems, utilities, and cryogenic production equipment.
• Evaluate system performance, identify capacity or reliability risks, and develop technical recommendations for repairs, upgrades, replacements, and lifecycle planning.
• Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for equipment failures, recurring alarms, process interruptions, and other system-level issues; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Design and Plan facility and utility projects from concept through commissioning, including scope development, design review, cost estimates, schedules, contractor coordination, acceptance testing, and turnover documentation.
• Review engineering drawings, equipment submittals, technical specifications, operating procedures, and vendor proposals for safety, quality, operability, maintainability, and compliance

Skills

HVAC

Building automation

Troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMMS

Job description

We are seeking a Facilities Engineer Intern in ourBrooklynPark, MN,location.

All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the engineering support, reliability, and continuous improvement of facility infrastructure, HVAC, building automation, mechanical systems, utilities, and cryogenic production equipment.

• Evaluate system performance, identify capacity or reliability risks, and develop technical recommendations for repairs, upgrades, replacements, and lifecycle planning.

• Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for equipment failures, recurring alarms, process interruptions, and other system-level issues; implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Design and Plan facility and utility projects from concept through commissioning, including scope development, design review, cost estimates, schedules, contractor coordination, acceptance testing, and turnover documentation.

• Review engineering drawings, equipment submittals, technical specifications, operating procedures, and vendor proposals for safety, quality, operability, maintainability, and compliance

• Perform other duties as assigned.

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program

• Graduating on/after 2027

• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person. defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status

• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

WE VALUE:

• A bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline or a closely related technical field.

• Previous experience leading technical work, coordinating teams, or supervising employees or contractors.

• Strong knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building automation, and environmental monitoring systems.

• The ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, engineering drawings, and equipment documentation.

• Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.

• Working knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices and computerized maintenance management systems.

• Effective communication, collaboration, and team leadership skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and tools used for reporting, analysis, and project tracking.

$23 - $27 an hour

Compensation & Benefits:

The pay range for this role is $23- $27 per hour. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. With active engagements spanning pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and leading academic and research institutions worldwide, we are helping organizations unlock the transformative potential of quantum computing.

Our global team of more than 800 employees includes many of the world's leading scientists, engineers, and researchers, with more than 70% of our technology team holdingadvanced degrees at the Master's or PhD level. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Quantinuum operatesacross the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore.

By joining Quantinuum, you’ll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

What’s in it for you?

We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.

• For candidates located outside of this state, this role will include a housing stipend of $500 per check/bi-weekly
• A competitive market rate and innovative, game-changing work
• Flexible work schedule
• Employee discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer

Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Know Your Rights:

Workplace discrimination is illegal. For more information about Quantinuum, please visit our website.

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know use the Lets talk contact form.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.

Role context:

This role exists to support the operational integrity, safety, and continuous maintenance of physical infrastructure and mechanical systems within high-technology environments. Positioned within facilities operations, the intern works alongside maintenance personnel, project managers, and specialized engineers. The position assists in monitoring technical equipment, evaluating mechanical performance, and managing building automation workflows. By participating in system diagnostics, preventive planning, and facility upkeep, individuals in this functional capacity help maintain stable operational conditions for hardware development, testing, and day-to-day enterprise execution.

Quantum ecosystem relevance:

Facilities engineering roles provide fundamental infrastructure support for physical quantum hardware environments, cryogenic systems, and specialized laboratory facilities. While not directly focused on theoretical quantum algorithm design or software development, this operational function maintains the physical environmental controls, power continuity, and specialized utility machinery necessary for delicate technical equipment to operate reliably. Ensuring consistent environmental stability, cleanroom conditions, and cooling operations helps prevent unexpected downtime, supporting the broader hardware manufacturing and experimental workflows required across complex high-technology research and commercialization efforts.

Capability signals:

• Monitoring and evaluating complex building automation, mechanical systems, and utility infrastructure
• Conducting technical root-cause analysis and troubleshooting operational equipment interruptions
• Planning facility maintenance projects from initial conceptual design through final commissioning
• Interpreting complex technical blueprints, engineering schematics, and equipment documentation
• Implementing preventive maintenance strategies using software-based facility management tracking systems