PsiQuantum, Senior Cryogenic Engineer
Chicago Quantum Exchange · Chicago, IL · 3 wk ago
Engineering$170k–$190k/yrFull-time
Job Summary
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Benefits
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- Coordinate and supervise the installation, commissioning, and operation of two helium cryoplants and related infrastructure.
- Optimize helium process and system control strategies.
- Integrate cryoplants with cryogenic distribution systems and cryostats used in quantum computing environments.
- Provide expert-level troubleshooting of cryogenic systems, including instrumentation faults, vacuum failures, and control logic anomalies.
- Lead the commissioning of cryoplants and cryostats, including system calibration, leak checking, and vacuum pumping procedures.
- Lead and manage operational teams, including training and guiding operators during startup, maintenance, and fault recovery.
- Develop maintenance strategies for cryoplants and support equipment.
- Participate in FATs and SATs, and lead the commissioning of process automation and control systems, including sensor validation and PLC tuning.
- Spearhead the development and review of P&IDs, and participate in operability and HAZOP reviews for safety and performance assurance.
- Maintain high-performance vacuum systems, identify and repair leaks.
Requirements
- M.Sc. in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with cryogenic systems, including helium refrigeration, LNG, superconducting magnets, or similar technologies.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex cryogenic and process systems, including instrumentation, vacuum integrity, and control issues.
- Strong working knowledge of PLC-based industrial control systems and process instrumentation (pressure, flow, temperature, vacuum sensors).
- Ability to provide technical leadership and resolve issues in high-pressure, ambiguous situations.
- Familiarity with design and implementation of control/instrumentation systems for industrial or scientific facilities.
Qualifications
Qualifications are not specified in the job posting.
Skills
- Strategic program and project management expertise.
- Exceptional troubleshooting abilities.
- Deep technical knowledge in vacuum systems and helium cryogenics.
- Proven experience with process instrumentation and control systems.
Benefits
No specific benefits are mentioned in the job posting.
Pay
Chicago, Illinois Pay Range: $170,000—$190,000 USD
U.S. Pay Range: $155,000—$170,000 USD
Schedule
The schedule is not specified in the job posting.