PsiQuantum · 1 day ago
System Commissioning Engineer
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expPsiQuantum is dedicated to building the first useful quantum computers, aiming to deliver significant breakthroughs in various industries. The System Commissioning Engineer will support the development and execution of system commissioning projects, focusing on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced test infrastructure.
ComputerHardwareQuantum ComputingSemiconductorSoftware
Responsibilities
Review of system designs
Responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and operation of advanced test infrastructure, including cryostats, vacuum systems, lasers, optical fiber assemblies, and electronic systems
Work closely to other validation teams to ensure commissioning plan match subsystems validation and quantum validation flows and criteria
Work closely to on-site staff to train for installation, including electrical, optical, mechanical, thermal, software and safety needs
Carry out all necessary tests and procedures required to verify the system installation
Work closely to on-site staff to train for execution of power on and calibration procedures to bring up the system as well as maintenance
Ensure system operation, including maintenance, re-calibrations, etc
Qualification
Required
B.Sc., M.Sc., or Ph.D in Mechanical, Electronics, Optical Engineering or equivalent fields
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex situations and utilize troubleshooting skills, systems and tools, and creative problem-solving abilities under pressure
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, optical network diagrams, mechanical drawings, P&ID's and specifications
Preferred
At least 4 year of relevant industry experience is preferred
Solid understanding of fiber-optic technology including cable types, connector types, optic types, patch panels, and optical transport technologies is preferred
Experience with optical fiber network, including splicing procedure and operating equipment is preferred
Experience with cryogenic systems or knowledge of basic thermodynamics and heat transfer and fluid flow is preferred
Experience in vacuum systems, with hands-on experience in installation, maintenance, and leak testing is preferred
Experience with data center or server room or supercomputer commissioning and maintenance is a preferred
Knowledge of power quality analysis and experience with Electrical Distribution Switchgear, Substations, Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), Batteries, Emergency Diesel Generators & Load Banks is a plus
Company
PsiQuantum
PsiQuantum focuses on developing a scalable quantum computer using photonic qubits.
501-1000 employees
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2025 (12)
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2023 (4)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.3BKey Investors
BlackRockAtomicoFounders Fund
2025-09-10Series E· $1B
2025-05-30Series Unknown· $22M
2024-11-05Secondary Market
Leadership Team
Peter Shadbolt
Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer
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