Cryogenic R&D Engineer

Main Responsibilities

• Design and develop cryogenic products and scientific instruments using CAD software (SolidWorks)
• Translate research concepts into functional prototypes and production-ready designs
• Conduct research to advance cryogenic technologies and evaluate emerging concepts
• Perform thermal, hydraulic, structural, and engineering analyses to support product development
• Build, assemble, validate, and test cryogenic mechanical and electrical systems
• Develop and execute test plans to verify system performance, reliability, and safety
• Create detailed engineering drawings utilizing GD&T principles
• Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical reports, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain cryogenic equipment including dilution refrigerators, cryocoolers, compressors, and vacuum systems
• Diagnose system failures and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with scientists and cross-functional engineering teams including mechanical, electrical, and software engineering
• Support project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation for R&D initiatives
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ASME, and other applicable engineering and safety standards
• Promote safe laboratory practices and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a related field required
• Ph.D. strongly preferred
• Minimum of three years of laboratory or industrial experience in cryogenics or a related engineering field
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and materials science at cryogenic temperatures
• Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks
• Experience using engineering simulation and analysis tools
• Experience with laboratory equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, and network analyzers
• Knowledge of vacuum systems and P&ID documentation
• Experience developing engineering drawings using GD&T

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and research findings
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Commitment to workplace safety and engineering excellence
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken

Skills

• Experience with dilution refrigerators or similar cryogenic systems
• Experience with cryogenic product development and laboratory testing
• Industry safety certifications such as OSHA
• Experience with pressure systems and related engineering certifications
• Experience managing technical research projects
• Strong presentation and technical documentation skills
• Passion for innovation and continuous learning
• Adaptability in a fast-paced research and development environment

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, 401(k), long- and short-term disability, life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)