Electronics Technician

At Universal Quantum we are creating the impossible. Together we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. We are looking to hire an Electronics Technician to join our growing electronics team and help drive our cutting edge development work forward. Passionate about helping create technologies that can change the world? We may be the right place for you so get in touch!

 

What You'll Accomplish:

• Basic mechanical CAD (e.g., front panel design).
• Mechanical fabrication and assembly (e.g., 3D printing, product assembly, cable making).
• Component sourcing based on defined specifications (e.g., connectors, cables, switches).
• Basic PCB design and assembly (e.g., for connector suitability tests).
• Test assistance and data collection (e.g., organizing temporary test spaces, booking equipment, ordering required items, monitoring tests).
• Managing and sharing scripts for test equipment (e.g., scripts to retrieve data from a spectrum analyzer over the network).
• Maintaining stock of essential supplies (e.g., resistors, solder, 3D printer materials).
• Support the Health and Safety aspects and drive 5S principals.
• Engage with facilities planning activities and risk management.
  
  
  

Requirements

The 3 Most Critical Attributes We'll Use to Compare Candidates:

• Good knowledge of electronics circuit theory and good EM field theory, including noise analysis and physical device knowledge.
• Basic PCB schematic and layout using CAD tools, good manufacturing process knowledge and excellent verification/debug skills using electronics test equipment.
• Familiarity with Electronics lab setup and maintenance.
  
  
  

Must-have Skills:

• 10 years' experience in working with electronics components, circuit boards, wiring, soldering, tools and test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electronics schematics.
• Use of spectrum analysers and oscilloscopes.
• Experience in building test setups from an electronical, electronics and mechanical side.
• Experience of working with suppliers and contractors.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Team Player.
• Degree or completed coursework in engineering or electronics or a related discipline.
  
  
  

Nice-to-have Skills:

• Experience with C and/or scripting languages e.g. Python and Matlab.
• Experience with Labview.
  
  
  

Benefits

Competitive salary, equity options, an unlimited paid holiday allowance, flexible working options, a 10% matching pension, a generous parental support policy, private health/dental insurance, personal development budget, group life insurance and relocation support.

We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion

At Universal Quantum, we're passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. As a proud signatory of the Tech Talent Charter (TTC), we have made a number of formal commitments to help to hold ourselves accountable to both our team and peers. This includes pledging to collaborate and share best practices with others, to continuously develop plans to drive inclusion across our business, and to collect and share our diversity data annually. We welcome team members from all backgrounds, and work to create an environment where everyone can flourish freely.