Quantum Systems Engineer Lead: Automation & Design-to-Manufacture

The University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 145.000 - 175.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering is seeking a Senior Quantum Systems Engineer to lead software tooling for rapid design and assembly of quantum components and devices. You will coordinate with machine/robotic assembly teams, design a pilot production facility, and ensure a tight design-to-manufacturing loop across multiple specialties.

Responsibilities include building data pipelines, testing software modules, and guiding pilots and partnerships with regional

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in CS/EE/Physics or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant work experience.
• Understanding of automation software engineering, sensor integration and control systems.
• Familiarity with systems software development and testing.
• Familiarity with fundamentals of optical and electrical engineering.
• Demonstrated experience leading or managing technical teams or projects.
• Knowledge of systems engineering, metrology and control systems.
• Proficiency in Python and C++, and MATLAB/LabVIEW data analysis tools.

Responsabilidades

• Designs, develops, and deploys automation software for real-time control of precision optical systems.
• Analyzes automated and digital manufacturing capabilities and develops a roadmap for rapid manufacturing, assembly and packaging of quantum devices.
• Builds a software framework for collecting data from materials, processing tools, automated assembly and testing and design algorithms to map relevant parameters and figures of merit, and facilitate statistical analysis.
• Performs rigorous testing and evaluation of software modules from collaborators and vendors.
• Leads and collaborates with optical, mechanical, electrical and systems engineers to define software interfaces, evaluate gaps and capabilities, perform testing and validation, and develop a software development roadmap.
• Guides and collaborates with other technical engineers or consultants to provide technical expertise and advice to Bloch partners as needed.
• Partners with regional quantum facilities to coordinate and integrate access procedures for Bloch partners and collaborators.
• Provides guidance on definition and prioritization of pilot demonstration projects and leads or helps their implementation, as needed.
• May supervise and coordinate the work of other technical engineers, including assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring alignment with project goals, timelines, and technical standards.
• May provide mentorship, technical direction, and performance-related feedback to technical engineers, supporting skill development, collaboration across disciplines, and high-quality execution of quantum engineering activities.
• Collaborates with IT and other partners to implement and/or verify cybersecurity procedures and protection of data and software.
• Creates documentation of findings, analysis, and software guides.
• Recommends process development activities including drawing board layout, interpretation and implementation of project specifications and documentation requirements.
• Conducts engineering studies and assigns work to technical staff.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE/Physics

Herramientas

Python

C++

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Descripción del empleo

The University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering is seeking a Senior Quantum Systems Engineer to lead software tooling for rapid design and assembly of quantum components and devices. You will coordinate with machine/robotic assembly teams, design a pilot production facility, and ensure a tight design-to-manufacturing loop across multiple specialties.

Responsibilities include building data pipelines, testing software modules, and guiding pilots and partnerships with regional