Quantinuum · 5 months ago
Semiconductor Fabrication Scientist - 424
Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing, and they are seeking a Semiconductor Fabrication Scientist to participate in the development and manufacturing of microfabricated ion traps. The role involves collaborating with a team to translate system requirements into functional hardware and engaging with partners for co-development opportunities.
Cyber SecurityQuantum ComputingSoftware Engineering
Responsibilities
Participate in all stages of development and manufacturing of microfabricated ion traps, including new concept creation, design, layout, fabrication, packaging and characterization
Develop designs and process flows for ion trap features and components with integrated photonics
Assess requirements of current and future ion traps, and specify or develop designs and processes meeting those requirements
Work closely with an integrated team of scientists, engineers and technicians to translate system requirements and designs into functional hardware
Engage with 3rd parties to cultivate key partnerships, supplier relationships, and co-development opportunities
Contribute to strategic, long-range planning for future trap designs and processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree minimum
Minimum 3 years' experience in one or more of the following areas: MEMS fabrication, IC fabrication, integrated optics of waveguides, and chip-scale photonics (PhD/Masters inclusive)
Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person. defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen
Preferred
PhD in Physics, Materials Science or Engineering
Demonstrated ability to apply physics and materials expertise to practical device designs
Experiencing interfacing with a semiconductor foundry
Relevant experience with process integration in a micro-fabrication manufacturing environment
Relevant work experience in a micro-fabrication development environment
Experience with a wide range of semiconductor/MEMS processes and processing tools including layout, thin film deposition, additive and subtractive patterning, photolithography, deep reactive ion etching, and process integration
Knowledge of on-chip photonics, wafer fabrication and fiber-to-chip coupling
Experience with Finite Element Modeling (mechanical, thermal, electrical, magnetic, optical and multi-physics) of MEMS-like structures
Experience with 2.5/3D semiconductor packaging
Experience working in an R&D environment
Published results within their field of research
Experience working within a cross-functional team environment
Individuals who are results-oriented and able to work with little supervision, who consistently take the initiative to get things done despite competing priorities
Good interpersonal skills, verbal and written
Benefits
Flexible work schedule
Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit
Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time
Paid parental leave
Employee discounts
Company
Quantinuum
Quantinuum is a IT firm that accelerates quantum computing and the development of applications across chemistry, cybersecurity, and finance. It is a sub-organization of Honeywell.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$925MKey Investors
NVenturesJP Morgan ChaseIBM Ventures
2025-08-15Series B· $600M
2024-01-15Series A· $300M
2022-02-22Convertible Note· $25M
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