Rigetti Computing · 1 day ago
Sr. Manager, Equipment Engineering
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$165K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expRigetti Computing is a pioneer in full-stack quantum computing, seeking a Senior Manager of Equipment to support their wafer fabrication facility. The role involves overseeing equipment operations and maintenance, managing hazardous materials, and collaborating with various teams to ensure a safe and high-performing environment.
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Responsibilities
Lead the upkeep, maintenance, and uptime of fabrication equipment, including high-vacuum deposition, lithography, plasma etch, packaging and metrology tools
Diagnose and resolve equipment issues; coordinate repairs, perform preventive maintenance, and upgrades with internal teams and external vendors
Oversee hazardous materials and chemical waste handling, ensuring compliance with all local and federal regulations
Interface directly with the City of Fremont and the Union Sanitary District and EHS consultants on permitting, inspections, and reporting
Support facility infrastructure systems tied to Fab operations such as process cooling water, exhaust, compressed air, and power distribution
Collaborate cross-functionally with Fabrication, Facilities, Engineering Operations, and EHS teams to plan and prioritize maintenance and expansion projects
Contribute to the design and installation of new tools and infrastructure as the Fab grows
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in equipment maintenance or similar technical roles within semiconductor, MEMS, or other industrial manufacturing environments
Deep hands-on experience maintaining and troubleshooting high-vacuum, plasma etching, cryogenic, and/or laser-based systems
Strong familiarity with hazardous materials management and environmental compliance requirements
Experience managing and developing capable, experienced equipment technicians, ensuring clear communication, task prioritization, and technical excellence across day-to-day operations
Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines, including fabrication, facilities, and engineering operations, to deliver reliable and compliant systems
Experience managing vendors, contractors, and external agencies to ensure timely, high-quality, and compliant execution of maintenance and infrastructure work
A data-driven mindset - you're skilled at tracking and interpreting equipment data, maintenance logs, and performance trends to inform preventive maintenance and long-term planning
Systems-level thinking - you understand how tools, infrastructure, and process environments interact, and anticipate downstream impacts of technical changes
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical findings into actionable plans
Preferred
Experience in semiconductor or R&D fab environments
Exposure to preventive maintenance or equipment data-collection systems
Knowledge and experience working with local permitting and regulatory agencies (e.g., Union Sanitary District, OSHA, EPA)
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Equity
Medical
Dental and vision
401(k) plan
Paid parental leave program
Rejuvenation days
Vacation policy that aligns with local regulations and industry standards
Company
Rigetti Computing
Rigetti Computing is a quantum computing company that builds and deploys full-stack quantum systems with superconducting qubits.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$783.45MKey Investors
Quanta ComputerSmall Business Research InitiativeBessemer Venture Partners
2025-06-11Post Ipo Equity· $350M
2025-04-30Post Ipo Equity· $35M
2024-11-25Post Ipo Equity· $100M
Leadership Team
Subodh Kulkarni
President and CEO
Brian Sereda
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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