Electronics Laboratory Technician

ROLE OVERVIEW

Oxford Quantum Circuits, as a full-stack hardware provider, designs, builds and operates quantum computers. A critical component of the computer is the control system which is responsible for generating and analysing the microwave pulses necessary for controlling the qubits. This is a complex machine that requires careful assembly, testing and maintenance in order to operate correctly. As an Electronics Laboratory Technician you will not require any prior experience working with quantum computers, but you will however require a solid background in electronics laboratory operations. This includes, working with stakeholders to understand their requirements, planning and prioritising your time effectively, the assembly and testing of components and sub-systems, the restock and control of laboratory stores, the implementation of procedures to improve workflow, and the management, control and coordination of laboratory activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Following a predefined engineering process to ensure that the control hardware is delivered on time and to specification. This includes: Ensuring subcomponents are adequately stocked ahead of time

The testing, bring-up and sometimes rework of control PCBs
The assembly and testing of subsystems
Updating, controlling and maintaining test documentation

• Ensure the laboratory is well-stocked, well-resourced and well-controlled
• Help define working practices and adhere to those that are already in place
• Contribute to the set-up and maintenance of our quantum computers (training will be provided).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Experience working as an electronics laboratory technician in a professional environment
• An ability to solder and perform delicate rework
• An understanding of how to use an oscilloscope and other laboratory equipment
• Excellent knowledge of safe working practices in a laboratory/industrial environment
• Highly adaptable, good communication skills, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Ability to problem-solve dynamically

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Higher level qualifications in a STEM subject
• An ability to understand and write software (ideally Python)
• Eagerness to work within the technology sector

REMUNERATION

We also offer multiple benefits, from private medical insurance to Employee Assistance Cash Plan, from cycle to work to gym and fitness memberships. All our employees also participate in our ESOP. For more info, visit https://apply.workable.com/oqc/

LOCATION & TRAVEL

OQC’s office is located in Shinfield, Reading. There will be a requirement for occasional travel throughout the UK and elsewhere abroad for conferences, meetings and engineering visits.

ABOUT OQC

At Oxford Quantum Circuits (OQC) we build quantum computers to enable life-changing discoveries: from new drug modelisation to longer-lasting battery technology and portfolio optimisation. We have launched Europe’s first Quantum Computing as a Service (QCaaS) – to bring quantum to our customers’ fingertips and help them improve their operations and trailblaze new commercial and scientific approaches.

Our team is composed of 90+ people with various backgrounds in quantum physics, nanotechnologies, hardware, software and business operations from marketing to intellectual property. We are all bound by the desire to put OQC at the forefront of the quantum revolution and help solve some of the world’s most challenging problems.

APPLY NOW

As part of our application process we ask that you also provide us with a cover letter outlining why you think you would be a good fit for the role and what attracts you to OQC. Applications without a cover letter including this information will not be considered.

We look forward to hearing from you!

At OQC we are not just hoping you’ll fit in our culture. We aspire to thrive, as a company and as people, thanks to your diversity of thought and background. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing our team members with a work environment free from discrimination, where everyone is treated with respect. Our employment decisions are based on business needs, talent and merit and all our colleagues share in the responsibility for fulfilling our commitment to diversity.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £35,000.00-£39,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Reading

Reference ID: CHW10
Expected start date: 01/06/2023