Cryogenic Plant Engineer

About the job

Introduction

At IBM Research, we are the innovation engine of IBM. Exploring what’s next in computing and shaping the technologies the world will rely on tomorrow. From advancing AI and hybrid cloud to pioneering practical quantum computing, we anticipate challenges and unlock new opportunities for clients, partners, and society. Working in Research means joining a team that accelerates discovery at the intersection of high-performance computing, AI, quantum, and cloud. You’ll collaborate with leading scientists, engineers, and visionaries to push boundaries and turn ideas into reality. With a culture built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, IBM Research offers the opportunity to grow your career while contributing to breakthroughs that transform industries and change the world.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Cryogenic Plant Engineer, you will participate in the design, installation, commissioning and operation of helium refrigeration plants in support of IBM Quantum's mission of delivering useful quantum computing to the world. The scope of your role may include assisting in the procurement of cryogenic equipment in collaboration with vendors; supporting the installation of equipment and piping systems; the commissioning and testing of helium refrigeration plants and associated equipment; and the operation of helium refrigeration plants.

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Master's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

• The behavior of materials at cryogenic temperatures.
• Design and operational principles of helium refrigeration plants and associated components.
• Understand and interpret process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, mechanical drawings, and related documentation.
• Properties of cryogenic fluids and associated calculations for flow of helium in pipes and heat transfer in heat exchangers.
• Knowledge of ASME and similar codes related to pressure vessels, process piping and welding.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Design, programming and operation of PLC-based control systems.
• Project management and hardware subsystem oversight, including vendor interaction for cryogenic equipment manufacture.
• Operation of helium refrigeration plants.
• Development, documentation, and execution of cryogenic test programs, including documenting and reporting results.