Thermal-Mechanical Engineer, Quantum Hardware

PsiQuantum; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

PsiQuantum in Milpitas, California, is seeking a thermal mechanical engineer to optimize the design of electro-optical sub-assemblies. The role involves conducting structural and thermal simulations, which are critical for the performance and reliability of quantum computers.

Ideal candidates have an M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Mechanical or related fields, along with 5+ years in modeling and simulation in the semiconductor industry.

Competitive salary range: $100,000—$145,000 based on location.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on modeling and simulation experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Strong understanding of thermal conduction and convective heat transfer methodologies.
• Deep knowledge of solid mechanics principles, including stress and strain.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed FEA/CFD models of components and assemblies.
• Perform warpage and deformation analysis for multi-material assemblies.
• Document and communicate results through clear technical reports.

Skills

Modeling and simulation experience

Thermal mechanics understanding

Solid mechanics principles

Proficiency with ANSYS

Education

M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics

Tools

ANSYS (Mechanical, Icepak and Fluent)

COMSOL

Job description

PsiQuantum in Milpitas, California, is seeking a thermal mechanical engineer to optimize the design of electro-optical sub-assemblies. The role involves conducting structural and thermal simulations, which are critical for the performance and reliability of quantum computers.

Ideal candidates have an M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Mechanical or related fields, along with 5+ years in modeling and simulation in the semiconductor industry.

Competitive salary range: $100,000—$145,000 based on location.