Quantum Motion
Quantum Integration Technician
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Quantum Integration Technician
Senior Cryogenic Hardware Specialist / Apprentice Mentor
Quantum Motion, London
About The Role and Team
Quantum Motion is a fast-growing quantum computing scale-up based in London, founded by internationally renowned researchers from UCL and Oxford University with over 40 years’ experience in developing qubits and quantum computing architectures. By combining state-of-the-art cryogenic facilities and an interdisciplinary team of over 100+, we are pioneering quantum processors based on industrial-grade silicon chips, with the potential to revolutionise fields such as:
- Materials modelling
- Medicine
- Artificial intelligence
Awarded as one of the "Top 100 Startups worth watching" in EE Times (2021 and 2022), we have previously been featured in The Telegraph, BBC, and The New Statesman. Our leadership includes a chairman who co-founded Cadence and Synopsys—two top firms in Electronic Design Automation—while our team is backed by top-tier investors and our Series C funding of $160 million.
Our collaborative, hands-on culture draws together quantum engineers, IC engineers, quantum theoreticians, and software engineers, blending cutting-edge research & development (R&D) with the demands of real-world quantum computing scale-up. Open to those who thrive in ambitious, multi-disciplinary environments, our primary hub is in Islington, London, with teams also based in Oxford, San Sebastián, and Sydney.
The Role
You will join the Cryogenic Engineering & Lab Development team, reporting to the Staff Cryogenic Engineer, to ensure the smooth operation of UK facilities overseeing 7+ cryogenic fridges, while managing off-site lab deployments and installations.
This position is ideal for a self-driven technical specialist who excels in problem-solving and hands-on laboratory work. You will lead electronics and mechanical assembly, manage critical workflows, and mentor apprentices, contributing to building a robust technical team in this fast-growing scale-up.
This is a rare earlyemplee opportunity at a company shaping the future of quantum tech—complete with unparalleled growth potential and the chance to make a lasting impact.
Functions & Responsibilities
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Hardware Assembly & Testing
- Lead the assembly of PCBs, mechanical components, and complex wiring (including high-quality soldering) for laboratory and deployment use.
- Oversee high-precision devices, vacuum systems, and cryogenic hardware, ensuring alignment with project specifications.
Workflow & Maintenance
- Own and maintain a dedicated section of technical workflows, including:
- Scheduling and prioritising assembly and maintenance tasks
- Tracking equipment performance and lifespan
- Managing customer-facing troublehooting (especially for remote installations)
- Monitor and manage inventory of components and tools, improving efficiency and responsiveness.
Facilities Management
- Support day-to-day cryogenic operations and maintain our high-vacuum systems (including helium dewars, dilution fridges, Hz-level control, and SMR chambers).
- Collaborate with team members to ensure lab uptime optimisation, mitigating downtime and building standard operating procedures.
Global Installations & Support
- Assist with documentation, logistics, and technical checklists for on-site executions—including installing customised test systems around the world (UK, Spain, and beyond).
- Ensure compliance with all Hazards, Health and Safety requirements.
Supervision & Mentorship
- Act as the senior technical mentor for apprentices, providing guidance in:
- Cryogenic hardware assembly
- Electronic assembly and troubleshooting
- Soldering, wiring, and mechanical fitting
- Align mentoring with individual skill development, ensuring a clear pathway for learning.
Experience & Requirements
Essential
- 3+ years in a production/lab/academic environment, preferably assembling electronic hardware (think embedded systems, instrumentation, or quantum computing).
- Demonstrable expertise in:
- Electronics assembly (PCB manufacturing/soldering, soldering integrates, wiring harnesses)
- Mechanical assembly (DIY/case building, custom mounting, modular systems, basic metrology)
- Benchmark-level electrical hardware testing (multimeters, VNA and scoping, spectrum analysis tools)
- Experience training, supervising, or upskilling junior team members, with a track record of explanatory mentorship and rigorous feedback.
- Strong debugging intuition—good at identifying and resolving electromechanical or cryogenic hardware anomalies under pressure.
- Willingness to perform field work including site visits, installations, and overtime when needed.
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Desirable
- Hands-on experience with cryogenic systems, vacuum chambers, or vacuum pumping.
- Field engineering / onsite support experience, including customer interactions, safety compliance, and managing logistics beyond lab settings.
- Formal qualifications in engineering or a technical discipline (though practical experience is equally valued).
- Familiarity with CAD design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Fusion360, or dedicated tools such as VAC80 or Simcenter 3D).
Application Process
Call to Facilities Tour Interview Format:
- 5–10 minute presentation on your relevant task-->resource project or research (bring a example—physical or demo).
- 5-minute Q&A with senior leadership.
- Group interview with:
- Senior Laboratory Manager
- Staff Quantum Instrumentation Engineer
- Practical Soldering Test (assessable during interviews).
Benefits
✔ Shareholder status—competitive salary + share scheme. ✔ Level 3 Paradise—life assurance, private medical medical coverage, contributions to an industry-ffollowing pension. ✔ Cycle-to work scheme, for a convenient eco-friendly commute. ✔ Broader incentives:
- Mentorship opportunities from tech phenomenal scientists.
- Front-row give to cutting-edge, make-or-break engineering in quantum spaces. ✔ Java Friendship Lounge & Modern London HQ—located in Islington (Central London).
EEO Statement
Quantum Motion is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under local law (including the UK Equality Act 2010 and Spanish Employment Law).
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