Cryostat Equipment Engineer

PsiQuantum - Milpitas, CA

Hiring: Cryostat Equipment Engineer Company: PsiQuantum Location: Milpitas, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 14:56:16 Employment Type: Full-time / Remote Target Skills & Keywords : LabVIEW, Phoenix, R, Systems Design About the job Required Skills: •Install and commission quantum computing cryostats, including integration with mechanical, electrical, and control subsystems. •Operate and maintain high-vacuum systems (UHV/HPV), including pumps, gauges, valves, and leak detection equipment. •Develop and execute commissioning procedures, acceptance tests, and system validation protocols. •Monitor cryostat performance, diagnose faults, and perform preventative and corrective maintenance. •Interface with instrumentation systems (temperature sensors, pressure transducers, flow controllers, and data acquisition systems). •Partner cross-functionally with cross-functional teams (quantum hardware, facilities, controls, and safety) to ensure system reliability and uptime. •Maintain detailed documentation, including schematics, procedures, maintenance logs, and system modifications. •Support continuous improvement efforts in system design, reliability, and operational efficiency. Qualifications: •Knowledge of vacuum system design, leak detection (helium mass spectrometry), and materials compatibility. •Operational familiarity with control systems (e.g., PLCs, LabVIEW, or similar platforms). •Advanced degree in a relevant field. •Note: PsiQuantum will only reach out to you using an official PsiQuantum email address and will never ask you for bank account information as part of the interview process. Please report any suspicious activity to recruiting@psiquantum.com •We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. •Zone 1 - Bay Area and NYC •Zone 2 - Examples include Los Angeles and Washington DC •Zone 3 - Examples include Austin, Chicago, and Sacramento •Zone 4 - Examples include Nashville and Phoenix/Tempe and many remote locations Compensation: •$104,300 - $122,600 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •Full-time roles are eligible for equity and benefits Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!