Cryogenic Systems Engineer 2

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NASDAQ: QBTS) is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. It is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the first and only to offer dual-platform quantum computing products and services, spanning both annealing and gate-model quantum computing technologies. D-Wave’s mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum today through enterprise-grade systems available on-premises and via its Leap™ quantum cloud service, which offers 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations across commercial, government, and research sectors trust D-Wave to address complex computational challenges using quantum computing. Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how D-Wave is shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow: www.dwavequantum.com.

About the role

D-Wave is seeking a Cryogenic Systems Engineer II to join our Burnaby hardware team and work hands-on with our quantum computers. You will design, build, test, and implement cryogenic hardware while improving the performance and reliability of existing systems. Your work will span engineering analysis, experiments, troubleshooting, and verification of design changes. 

You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, processor development, software, and operations teams to turn technical findings into reliable designs and operating improvements. At the Engineer II level, you will independently drive assigned projects from planning through implementation and verification, and clearly communicate your methods, results, and recommendations. 

What you'll do

• Design, prototype, test, and refine cryogenic components and subsystems, taking assigned work from concept through documented verification.
• Plan and execute experiments to characterize cryogenic system performance and evaluate proposed improvements.
• Analyze operating and test data to identify performance limits, investigate faults, and guide design decisions.
• Troubleshoot thermal, vacuum, gas handling, instrumentation, and control issues through measurement and hands-on work.
• Support integration and testing of new hardware, working with other engineering teams to resolve system-level issues.
• Prepare design records, test plans, procedures, and technical reports that allow others to build on your work.
• Collaborate and contribute thoughts, ideas, culture, and energy to the team.
• Travel to customer and company sites as required.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field, or equivalent training and experience.
• 3+ years relevant experience with cryogenic equipment or systems, including vacuum and gas handling equipment and leak detection.
• Experience designing, testing, and implementing hardware changes in a product development or production environment through an engineering change control process.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply engineering fundamentals and measured data to diagnose problems and evaluate design tradeoffs.
• Demonstrated ability to drive assigned technical work independently and communicate findings clearly.
• Initiative and the ability to manage changing priorities.

Bonus

• Experience with dilution refrigerators, millikelvin systems, or pulse tube cryocoolers.
• Experience with helium circuits, thermal instrumentation, or cryogenic controls.
• Experience analyzing time-series data or using Python for engineering analysis.
• Familiarity with materials, fabrication, and assembly methods for cryogenic and high-vacuum hardware.
• Experience troubleshooting and supporting complex multidisciplinary systems.
• Current or eligible registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with EGBC.

Additional requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport and travel to customer and company sites across North America and Europe.
• Approximately 10% travel is expected to customer and company sites across North America and Europe; potential for short-term assignments up to 1 month. 
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation and work flexible or after-hours schedules as business needs require.

A D-Waver's DNA

• We look at the future and say “why not”; we see possibilities where others see problems or routines. We show the way ahead and are committed to achieving ambitious goals.
• We practice straight talk and listen generously to each other with empathy. We value different opinions and points of views. We ensure that we connect outside as well as inside to learn from others and inspire each other.
• We hold ourselves accountable for delivering results. We make decisions & take responsibility so that we can act & support each other.
• As leaders we motivate & engage our teams to undertake beyond what they originally thought possible, by developing our teams & creating the conditions for people to grow and empower themselves through enabling & coaching.

Our Compensation Philosophy is Simple but Powerful:

We believe providing D-Wavers with company ownership, competitive pay, and a range of meaningful benefits is the start of creating a culture where people want to give the best they’ve got — not because they’re simply making money, but because they’ve fallen in love with our vision, mission, values, and team. 

During the interview process, your Recruiter will review our total rewards (base, equity, bonus, perks, benefit, culture) offerings. The final offer is determined by your proficiencies within this level.  

Inclusion: 

We celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. Our employees range from distinguished domain experts with decades of experience in their respective fields, to bright and motivated graduates eager to make their mark. Our diverse and innovative team will make you feel appreciated, supported and empower your career growth at D-Wave.

The Fine Print: 

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

It is D-Wave policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, local law.

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The base pay range for this role is:

104,000 - 143,000 CAD per year (Burnaby)