Junior Cryogenic Systems CAD Engineer

Entangled Future; California; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Equal1 in California seeks a Junior Mechanical CAD Engineer to join the Cryo-Systems team. You will create 3D CAD models and drawings for cryogenic coolers, assemblies, and system integration, supporting fabrication and testing from concept through assembly.

The role requires strong 3D CAD skills, DFM knowledge, and hands-on experience with cryostat systems, including copper, stainless steel, and aluminum components. 2+ years of experience in related fields is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• Strong 3D CAD capability and hands-on approach to cryostat systems.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D CAD models, assemblies, and technical drawings for cryogenic cooler and system integration components.
• Design CNC-machined parts, vacuum-brazed assemblies, cryogenic compressor components, heat exchangers, and magnetic field control structures.
• Apply design-for-manufacture and assembly principles, including machining processes, sheet metal fabrication, tolerances, and ease of assembly.
• Work with internal teams, suppliers, and machinists to support fabrication, design iteration, and manufacturability reviews.
• Support hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of cryostat systems.
• Maintain design documentation, drawings, BOMs, and engineering change records.

Skills

3D CAD

NX/Onshape

CAM

DFM

Hands-on assembly

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

Onshape

Job description

Equal1 in California seeks a Junior Mechanical CAD Engineer to join the Cryo-Systems team. You will create 3D CAD models and drawings for cryogenic coolers, assemblies, and system integration, supporting fabrication and testing from concept through assembly.

The role requires strong 3D CAD skills, DFM knowledge, and hands-on experience with cryostat systems, including copper, stainless steel, and aluminum components. 2+ years of experience in related fields is a plus.