UHV Process & Automation Engineer
About the role
The Novo Nordisk Foundation Quantum Computing Programme (NQCP) is establishing state-of-the-art crystal growth and materials platforms supporting future quantum processors. We are seeking an engineer with strong expertise in ultra-high vacuum systems, process engineering and laboratory automation. The successful candidate will help develop automated growth processes for advanced materials while integrating sophisticated instrumentation into next-generation research facilities.
Responsibilities
- Operate and optimize advanced UHV systems
- Develop and improve crystal growth processes
- Implement automation of experimental procedures
- Integrate sensors, controllers and instrumentation
- Develop process monitoring and logging systems
- Support commissioning of new crystal growth equipment
- Optimize process stability, reproducibility and throughput
- Participate in troubleshooting complex experimental systems
- Work with multidisciplinary teams on advanced research infrastructure
Qualifications
We are looking for candidates with experience in several of the following areas:
- Ultra-high vacuum technology
- Crystal growth systems (MBE, epitaxy or related technologies)
- Process engineering
- Laboratory automation
- PLC or industrial control systems
- Instrument control software
- Data acquisition and process monitoring
- Scientific instrumentation
- Semiconductor processing technologies
Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:
- Python or LabVIEW or similar
- EPICS or similar control frameworks
- Motion control systems
- Vacuum instrumentation
- Temperature control systems
- Semiconductor manufacturing
- Thin-film deposition
- Materials characterization
Personal Qualifications
You are curious, analytical and enjoy improving complex technical systems. You combine practical engineering skills with a structured approach to process optimization and automation. You enjoy working in an ambitious international research environment where engineering directly enables scientific breakthrough.
Why us?
Both positions offer the opportunity to work in one of Europe's largest quantum technology initiatives, where engineers collaborate closely with internationally recognized scientists to develop the technologies needed for future fault-tolerant quantum computing. At NQCP you will have access to state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment, excellent professional development opportunities, and an international, collaborative working environment located at the University of Copenhagen.
Joining NQCP now, you will be involved from the very beginning and contribute to the fulfilment of the mission of NQCP. We want to make Denmark a world leader in quantum research, and we hope to attract people from all over the world.
Life in Denmark is supported with strong social services (free universal healthcare, free/subsidised language courses, paid parental leave, subsidised day care institutions and excellent public schools). Our work culture is very egalitarian and prioritises work life balance. Dual career families are the norm, and workplaces offer flexibility to support everyone in having both an exciting career and good family time. Danish cities are known for having excellent infrastructure, for example through widespread bike path networks. We can also offer a thriving food-scene, excellent museums, and beautiful natural scenery.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.