CAD (Computer Aided Design)

New position at Nord Quantique!

Mechanical Designer - CAD

(permanent position, 40 hours per week)

Working at Nord Quantique

At Nord Quantique, you will be part of something special : working in a highly dynamic environment at the forefront of quantum technology development while benefiting from a vibrant ecosystem located at the heart of the Quantum Innovation Zone of the picturesque city of Sherbrooke. Our interdisciplinary team is laser-focused on solving grand challenges and making quantum computing a reality.

Nord Quantique is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals can fulfill their aspirations while being supported and heard. This also means that we offer flexible work schedules and adapt our methods for the well-being of every individual.

Moving to Nord Quantique

Nord Quantique offers extensive moving support, including help with immigration paperwork, with finding a place to live, with access to childcare and schools, even helping your partner to find a new job. We offer a relocation compensation package and competitive salaries.

Salary : $74 700 - $88 000

Vacation : 5 weeks per year

Benefits : Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Contact : (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

Supervisor : Mechanical Design and Manufacturing Team lead

Our current needs

As we scale up our quantum processors and supporting infrastructure, we are seeking a skilled and self-driven Mechanical Designer to join our Mechanical Design and Manufacturing Team. This role focuses on the CAD of the cryogenic dilution refrigerators setups, 3D resonator cavities and their assemblies.

In this position, you will play a key role in improving the modularity and connectivity of our designs and contribute to the scaling effort for our cryogenic systems.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop CAD designs of 3D cavities, ensuring mechanical precision, thermal performance, and compatibility with cryogenic environments and create technical drawings for fabrication.
• Explore designs and manufacturing techniques in cavity designs to improve the scalability of our technology.
• Design and document the cryogenic mechanical setups for dilution refrigerator systems.
• Maintain and organize CAD libraries, revision control, and documentation to support long-term system scaling and reproducibility.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Design, Quantum Hardware, and Nanofabrication) to iterate on designs.
• Coordinate with external vendors, suppliers, and development partners to support machining, sourcing, and integration activities.

This is a dynamic role within a fast-paced, research-driven environment, offering the opportunity to contribute directly to the advancement of scalable quantum hardware.

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Nord Quantique is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in its training, workplaces, and activities. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and traditionally marginalized groups.

Working language : English (advanced) and French (Intermediate, an asset)

Workplace : Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7