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Full-time
professional certificate, bachelor degree
Posted 23h ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Laboratory Technician will maintain critical cryogenic equipment and ensure laboratory environments are safe and well-supplied for quantum engineering teams. They will also perform hands-on assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting of scientific systems while documenting technical incidents.
Requirements
Candidates must have experience in a technical or industrial environment, including practical skills in electrical measurement and mechanical assembly. A technical apprenticeship, BTEC, or relevant engineering degree is required, along with a strong understanding of health and safety procedures.
Full job description
Laboratory Technician
At OQC, we aren’t just theorising about the future; we’re building it. Born from a philosophy of bold innovation, we’ve transitioned quantum computing from an academic ambition into a commercial reality—and we’re just getting started.
The Purpose
Keep OQC’s laboratory environments safe, well supplied and ready for the engineers developing our quantum computers.
As a Laboratory Technician, you’ll help maintain critical cryogenic equipment, complete practical engineering work orders and support the assembly and upkeep of the systems that enable our technical teams to deliver their objectives.
The Role
Working within Engineering Operations and reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, you’ll provide hands-on support across OQC’s laboratories, workshops and other technical spaces.
You’ll monitor equipment, respond to incidents, maintain stock and safety records, and work closely with Quantum Engineers, hardware teams, deployment teams and other Laboratory Technicians. The role includes acting as a first responder during scheduled shifts and agreed on-call periods, with occasional travel to support OQC’s globally deployed devices.
What You’ll Be Working On
Maintain the availability and performance of cryogenic equipment, coordinating servicing, resolving faults and escalating complex issues when required.
Complete work orders involving electronic, electrical and mechanical assemblies, alongside general maintenance activities supporting the development of OQC’s quantum computers.
Support the set-up, assembly, disassembly and maintenance of quantum computers and associated scientific equipment.
Help maintain day-to-day health and safety standards across laboratories and workshops, including preparing and documenting risk assessments under appropriate supervision.
Respond to alerts and technical incidents, assess immediate risks, troubleshoot issues such as dilution refrigerator faults or chemical spills, and escalate where necessary.
Monitor laboratory resources, stock and liquid nitrogen levels, working with the Stores Controller to coordinate checks, orders and approved requisitions.
Record incidents and technical issues accurately on agreed platforms, maintaining clear logs and communicating relevant updates to the wider organisation.
What We’re Looking For
Experience working in a technical or industrial environment.
Experience following health and safety procedures and preparing or documenting risk assessments.
Practical electrical measurement skills.
Hands-on experience assembling and fitting mechanical components, ideally involving scientific or technical equipment.
Experience operating water systems and manifolds.
A technical apprenticeship, BTEC or relevant engineering degree, supported by industry experience.
An adaptable and practical approach, with strong communication, creativity and problem-solving skills.
The ‘Nice-to-Haves’
Experience supporting project-management activities or coordinating technical work.
Experience working with vendors or external service providers.
Familiarity with cryogens, cryogenic equipment or dilution refrigerator systems.
Knowledge of vacuum systems, quantum computers or high-pressure cylinders and manifolds.
Additional technical qualifications in a mechanical or electrical discipline.
Strong planning and organisational skills, sound decision-making and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
We build quantum computers and enable life-changing discoveries.
Industry
Information Technology & Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2017
Headquarters
Shinfield, Reading
LinkedIn followers
38,309
Total funding
$496M
Quantum computing is poised to reshape our world by addressing the complex challenges we face today. We deliver enterprise-ready quantum solutions that will empower humanity with quantum capabilities, paving the way for a brighter future.
Offices: Shinfield, Reading, GB
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