Compensation:The base annual salary range for this full‑time role is $105,000 to $144,400 CAD. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target range for new hire base salary across all Canadian locations. Actual compensation may vary outside of this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s qualifications, relevant education and training, competencies, experience, geographic location, and business needs. Base pay is only one part of the total compensation package. Full‑time roles are eligible for equity and benefits. Base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.Department:OperationsLocation:British Columbia, CanadaSenior Cryogenic TechnicianPhotonic supports the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of cryogenic systems used in our quantum hardware laboratory. This role focuses on hands‑on ownership of cryostats, cryogenic infrastructure, and associated vacuum and gas handling systems that enable low‑temperature quantum experiments. The position is part of the Operations Team and works closely with Lab Technicians who support laboratory readiness and experimental setups, and Assembly Technicians who build and integrate quantum control systems. The Cryogenic Technician is primarily responsible for cryogenic system operation, safety, and procedural quality while collaborating with engineering and scientific staff during system bring‑up and operation.This is a senior individual‑contributor role intended for experienced cryogenic technicians who are comfortable improving procedures, identifying risks, and operating in safety‑critical environments.ResponsibilitiesOperate and Maintain Cryogenic SystemsOperate, monitor, and maintain closed‑cycle cryogenic systems and cryostats used for quantum hardware experimentsExecute and oversee cool‑down, steady‑state operation, and warm‑up of cryogenic systemsMonitor system performance including temperatures, pressures, vacuum levels, and flow conditionsIdentify abnormal operating conditions and take appropriate corrective actionDevelop and Refine Cryogenic ProceduresDevelop, refine, and maintain procedures for cool‑down, steady‑state operation, and warm‑up of cryogenic systemsImprove existing procedures where documentation is incomplete, unclear,



or inconsistentCreate checklists and operational guides to support repeatable and safe cryogenic operationProvide input to training materials used by junior technicians and other lab staffMaintain Cryogenic Infrastructure and Gas HandlingOperate and maintain high‑vacuum systems associated with cryostats, including pumps, valves, gauges, and sealsPerform leak checking of vacuum and gas systems using appropriate techniques and instrumentationOperate and maintain gas handling systems for helium and nitrogen used for charging, purging, and venting cryogenic systemsSupport the use and maintenance of liquid nitrogen systems used for cold traps and cryogenic support equipmentSafety and ComplianceFollow and help enforce cryogenic safety practices related to high‑pressure systems, oxygen deficiency hazards, cryogens, and vacuum equipmentSupport compliance with WorkSafeBC, WHMIS, and internal safety requirementsParticipate in hazard assessments, safety reviews, and operational readiness reviewsAssist in training staff on cryogenic safety, emergency response, and secure operating proceduresWork with Operations and Engineering TeamsWork alongside Lab Technicians to support experiments and laboratory operations near cryogenic systemsCoordinate with Assembly Technicians during installation and integration of hardware near cryostatsSupport engineering teams during cryogenic system bring‑up, testing, and troubleshootingProvide operational and design‑for‑serviceability feedback to engineering based on hands‑on experienceDocumentation and Continuous ImprovementMaintain accurate records of system configurations, maintenance activities, and operational historyContribute to improving cryogenic system documentation, procedures, and safety materialsIdentify reliability, maintainability, and operational risks and propose mitigation strategiesQualificationsRequired QualificationsSeven or more years of hands‑on experience operating cryogenic or low‑temperature systemsDemonstrated experience executing and improving cryogenic procedures,



not just following themStrong practical knowledge of closed‑cycle cryogenic systems and cryostatsExperience with high‑vacuum systems, gas handling, and leak detection techniquesExperience working in safety‑critical environments involving cryogens, high‑pressure gases, and vacuum equipmentAbility to troubleshoot mechanical, vacuum, and cryogenic system issues methodicallyStrong sense of ownership, situational awareness, and attention to detailPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting cryogenic systems used in quantum or low‑temperature physics experimentsFamiliarity with dilution refrigerators or pulse‑tube based cryogenic systemsExperience with oxygen deficiency monitoring systems and safety controlsExperience contributing to operational readiness reviews or procedure development effortsEducationTechnical diploma, apprenticeship, or equivalent hands‑on experience in cryogenics, mechanical systems, or related fieldsBachelor’s degree in physics, engineering, or a related field is an asset but not requiredEquivalent combinations of education and experience will be consideredPhysical RequirementsAbility to safely lift and move equipment up to approximately 25 kg using appropriate lifting aids or team assistanceComfortable working around heavy equipment, compressed gases, and cryogenic systems in a laboratory environmentBenefitsWork closely with some of the brightest innovators in quantum technologies to drive breakthroughs that redefine computingTake ownership of cryogenic system operation and procedural quality, your expertise directly shapes how we build and scale our technologyPlay a key role in enabling cutting‑edge low‑temperature quantum hardware operationCollaborate daily with Operations, Engineering, and Science teams in an inclusive, cross‑functional environmentHelp establish and refine cryogenic operating standards as our systems continue to scale and evolveContribute directly to system uptime, safety, and experimental successAt Photonic, we understand that everyone has a different work and life journey. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences, knowing that these very differences inspire innovation and build better teams. If there are any accommodations our team can make throughout our hiring process, please let us know.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Cryogenic Technician - C$105,000 - C$144,400 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Photonic
📍 Winnipeg