Cryogenic Electrical Interconnect Engineer
Core
Design, develop, integrate, and test electrical interconnect solutions (cables, connectors, feedthroughs, PCBs) for vacuum and cryogenic environments within quantum computing systems.
Role type
Senior IC electromechanical engineer (cryogenic interconnects)
Builds
Electrical connection architectures for million-qubit silicon photonics quantum computers
Domain
Quantum computing / Cryogenics / Silicon Photonics
Required skills
electrical interconnect design, mechanical engineering judgment, vacuum system design, cryogenic system design, 3D CAD modeling, thermal management, component qualification, supplier coordination
Preferred skills
Siemens NX, experience with GlobalFoundries processes
Technologies
Siemens NX, PCB design tools, 3D CAD software
Responsibilities
Design electrical cables and cable assemblies for vacuum/cryogenic operation; Design electrical feedthroughs across cryostat vacuum boundaries; Develop interconnect architectures between cryostat components and external equipment; Evaluate thermal conduction and mechanical effects (differential contraction) on interconnects; Develop 3D CAD models and specifications; Execute test plans to validate electrical, mechanical, thermal, and vacuum performance; Support procurement and manufacturing with suppliers; Troubleshoot field and test issues.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
