PsiQuantum
Senior Cryogenic Engineer
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$170k-$190kDetected 2 days ago
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About the role
- ideal candidate will possess a unique combination of strategic program and project management expertise, exceptional troubleshooting abilities, and deep technical knowledge in vacuum systems and helium cryogenics.
Responsibilities
- Optimize helium process and system control strategies.
- 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.
- Maintain high-performance vacuum systems, identify and repair leaks.
Requirements
- 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.
- M.Sc. in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
- Familiarity with design and implementation of control/instrumentation systems for industrial or scientific facilities.
Compensation
- $155,000 - $170,000 USD
- The ranges below reflect the target ranges for a new hire base salary.
- Chicago, Illinois Pay Range
- $170,000 - $190,000 USD
- U.S. Pay Range
Benefits
- Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits.
Company info
- We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.
- Base pay is only one part of the total compensation package.
- 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.
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