Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Maybell Quantum is building the hardware foundation of the quantum era. Our redesigned dilution refrigerator gives labs more fridges per room, more experiments per fridge, and a level of reliability and usability the field has never had. We are a fast-growing, venture-backed team of scientists and engineers, and the cryogenic systems we build ship to leading quantum computing groups around the world. 

We are seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to help stand up and run production at our new operations facility in Singapore. You will work closely with our engineering and manufacturing teams in Denver to transfer proven processes so both sites build to a single standard. 

Responsibilities

• Configure and optimize production lines for manufacturing of Maybell’s pulse tubes and Cold Cloud refrigerators 

• Implement manufacturing quality and organizational systems 

• Lead continuous improvement efforts 

• Develop work instructions and production documentation 

• Design manufacturing jigs and equipment to improve production quality and throughput 

• Collaborate with engineering to improve system design and DFM 

• Build and manage aggressive production schedules 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in mechanical engineering or equivalent field 

• 8+ years of work experience in a manufacturing or production environment 

• 3+ years of work experience leading a manufacturing line 

• 3+ years of management experience 

• Self-starter who can thrive in ambiguity with ability to drive results independently and through team members 

• Exceptional organizational and project management skills 

• Exceptional hands-on assembly and fabrication skills 

• Exceptional leadership and communication skills 

• Strong CAD & mechanical design skills 

• Team player with strong written and verbal communication skills 

• Strong safety-oriented mindset 

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in any of the following areas: vacuum systems, leak checking, thermal systems, brazing, welding, valves, pumps, pneumatics 

• Experience in managing quality systems 

• Machine shop and fabrication skills