Cryogenic Assembly Engineer

At IBM Research, we are the innovation engine of IBM. Exploring what’s next in computing and shaping the technologies the world will rely on tomorrow. From advancing AI and hybrid cloud to pioneering practical quantum computing, we anticipate challenges and unlock new opportunities for clients, partners, and society. Working in Research means joining a team that accelerates discovery at the intersection of high-performance computing, AI, quantum, and cloud. You’ll collaborate with leading scientists, engineers, and visionaries to push boundaries and turn ideas into reality. With a culture built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, IBM Research offers the opportunity to grow your career while contributing to breakthroughs that transform industries and change the world.

As a Cryogenic Assembly Engineer, 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.

·       Mechanical assembly, including reading assembly drawings, bills of materials, procedures, and similar documentation.

·       Use of hand tools.

·       Operation and/or maintenance of cryogenic or high vacuum equipment.

·       Operation and maintenance of dilution refrigerators.

·       Installation of devices, wiring, and associated components in cryogenic environments.

·       Reading and understanding process flow and process & instrumentation drawings.

·       Assembly of electronic and/or microwave systems.

·       Computer-aided design of mechanical components and assemblies.