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Cryogenic Assembly Engineer

3 days ago Poughkeepsie, NY

Introduction

IBM Quantum is an industry first initiative to build universal quantum computers for business, engineering and science. This effort includes advancing the entire quantum computing technology stack and exploring applications to make quantum broadly usable and accessible. With a worldwide network of Fortune 500 companies, academic institutions, researchers, educators, and enthusiasts, we are committed to driving innovation for our clients in the IBM Quantum Community

We are looking for experienced, motivated engineers to work with the IBM Quantum deployment and development team. Projects may include characterization of quantum systems, bringing-up and support of complex quantum systems, managing lab and infrastructure for IBM's quantum data center, bringup and testing of cryogenic systems. You will have the ability to work in a lab environment with a range of microwave electronics and test equipment. You will work on testing, monitoring and study of quantum devices, apparatus, and controls to be used in multi-qubit architectures with high fidelity. You will be working with the world's best quantum system experts in what will be the defining technology of this generation!

Your role and responsibilities

As a Quantum Cryogenics Technician, you will work independently or in collaboration with other engineers, scientists or technicians in support of the quantum development program through the assembly, installation, operation and maintenance of the complex cryogenic equipment that cools our quantum devices.

Required education

High School Diploma/GED

Preferred education

Bachelor's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

• High School Diploma or Equivalent• Mechanical assembly, including reading assembly drawings, Bills of Materials, and similar documentation• Use of basic hand tools• Experience with cryogenic or high vacuum equipment

Preferred technical and professional experience

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related field• Operation of dilution refrigerators• Installation of devices, wiring and associated components in cryogenic environments• Computer aided design of mechanical components and assemblies• Reading and understanding Process and Instrumentation Diagrams• On-Call operation and/or routine monitoring of equipment• Assembly of electronic, microwave and/or computer equipment and racks

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  • Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
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This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Client-provided location(s): Poughkeepsie, NY
Job ID: IBM-40918
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-07-23T11:46:08

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