Cryogenic Engineer
Core
Design, develop, and support cryogenic systems and components critical to superconducting MRI magnet performance and reliability.
Role type
Senior IC cryogenic engineer (thermal systems & hardware design)
Builds
Superconducting MRI systems and their cryogenic infrastructure
Domain
Medical imaging (MRI) + Cryogenics + Thermal engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
cryogenic system design, thermal analysis, heat transfer calculations, hardware design, verification & validation, reliability analysis, failure analysis, vacuum system expertise, liquid helium handling, ANSYS/FEA/CFD simulation
Preferred skills
PhD in thermal/cryogenic engineering, cryocooler technology (Gifford-McMahon), superconducting magnet experience, high-vacuum systems, helium leak testing, cryogenic instrumentation, material performance at cryogenic temperatures
Technologies
ANSYS, FEA, CFD, Gifford-McMahon refrigeration systems, cryopumps, getters, data acquisition systems
Responsibilities
Design and analyze cryogenic components for superconducting MRI magnets; Perform thermal and heat transfer analyses including heat load calculations and budgets; Support thermal and structural design of cryogenic hardware; Develop and execute verification and validation activities; Analyze reliability and performance of cryogenic systems; Support manufacturing teams with cryogenic and vacuum expertise; Drive initiatives to reduce cryogen consumption; Investigate and resolve cryogenic, thermal, and vacuum issues in fielded systems; Conduct failure analyses and implement corrective actions; Develop service tools for cryogen filling and maintenance; Analyze installed base performance data; Prepare technical analyses and design reviews; Develop component specifications and test plans; Lead engineering productivity projects for cost reduction
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
