We believe quantum computing will change everything.  It will have the power to transform the foundations of giant industries that rely on intensive computation.  PsiQuantum is on a mission to build the world’s first useful quantum computer, capable of delivering these transformative results.  We know that means it will need 1 million qubits, error correction, a scalable architecture and a data center footprint.

By harnessing the laws of quantum physics, quantum computers can provide exponential performance increases over today’s most powerful supercomputers, offering the potential for extraordinary advances across a broad range of industries including climate, energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, finance, agriculture, transportation, materials design, and many more. 

PsiQuantum is uniquely positioned to deliver on the promise of quantum computing years earlier than our competitors. Our architecture is based on photonics which gives us the ability to produce our components using existing high-volume semiconductor manufacturing processes, the same processes that are today producing billions of chips for telecom and consumer electronics applications. Since photons don’t feel heat, we can take advantage of existing cryogenic cooling systems, the kind that have been operating at facilities like the Stanford Linear Accelerator (SLAC).  And because photons are in fact light, they can move between subsystems at tremendous speed using standard fiber connectivity.

Our team is building a utility scale quantum computer and the software tools needed to build fault tolerant quantum applications. We’re a highly motivated and collaborative group focused on a singular goal - building the world’s first useful quantum computer on the fastest path possible. 

There’s much more work to be done and we are looking for exceptional talent to join us on this extraordinary journey! 

Job Summary:

The cryogenic engineering department is hiring a mechanical design engineer who will be heavily involved in the quantum computer. This position will interact with multiple teams internally and suppliers externally.

Responsibilities 

• In this role as Mechanical Design Engineer, you will focus primarily on the development of modern electronic and optical equipment in vacuum and cryogenic condition
• Acting as a detailer to produce CAD model, assembly drawings and layouts on complex electrical optical assembly
• General design activities such as requirements management, materials and component selection, Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and tolerance analyses
• Reviewing drawings for accuracy, conformance to project requirements, manufacturability, and established company practices and procedures
• Possessing high technical aptitude and being able to: visualize physical forms, develop feasible configurations, and understand engineering information.
• Participate in cryostats and quantum computer commissioning.

Experience/Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a mechanical, aerospace, nuclear, chemical engineering
• 3 plus years of relevant mechanical design experience on optical and electronic assembly
• Knowledge of vacuum-related manufacturing processes, materials, and their applications
• Working knowledge of drafting standards and methods, geometric dimensioning & tolerancing
• Aptitude in computer-aided parametric solid modeling design and detailing
• Software tools – Solidworks, PTC Creo, Siemens NX, Ansys workbench
• Experience with PLM software and document management system, Team Center, Windchill, Agile

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Experience working with cryogenic systems, chip package,
• Experience working with ASME Boiler Pressure Vessel Code and PED Pressure Vessel Code
• Knowledge on fabrication methods such as machining, welding, brazing, soldering, forming, etc.
• Solid understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5

PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws.

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