Senior Technician

2 weeks ago

Reading, United Kingdom Oxford Quantum Circuits (OQC) Full time

Senior Technician Join to apply for the Senior Technician role at Oxford Quantum Circuits (OQC). Overview At OQC we design and build some of the world’s most advanced quantum computers. Our Senior Technicians play a pivotal role in keeping the heartbeat of our technical facilities and equipment strong. You’ll ensure our cryogenic systems, workshops and experimental spaces run flawlessly, creating a safe, seamless and well‑supported environment that empowers our quantum teams to push the frontiers of technology. Reporting to Chris Nicholson, Laboratory Supervisor. Responsibilities Take the lead in organising and scheduling key laboratory equipment, including cryogenic dilution refrigerators, ensuring our quantum labs are always ready for cutting‑edge experiments. Build, maintain and continually improve safe operating processes, from risk assessments to full systems of work, shaping how our technical spaces run. Manage relationships with specialist vendors, coordinating service visits and keeping critical systems—compressors, chillers, oxygen detection—running at peak performance. Keep our cryolabs and workshops safe, clean and fully operational, solving issues quickly so engineers can focus on pushing quantum boundaries. Own health & safety across technical environments, documenting standards, logging incidents and ensuring compliance with internal and external audits. Support and deliver H&S training, helping teams work confidently and safely in highly technical environments. Maintain and troubleshoot equipment, taking first‑response ownership of technical issues during shifts and on‑call, and escalating complex challenges when needed. Ensure work orders from engineers are completed accurately and on time, helping to keep projects moving smoothly. Keep the labs well‑stocked and resourced, coordinating with the purchasing teams and technicians through regular stock checks and equipment requests. Contribute to the build and maintenance of our computers—assembling hardware, supporting mechanical and electrical builds and ensuring all systems remain steady, stable and ready for operation. Qualifications You have grown your career in technical or industrial environments and know how to keep complex labs and workshops running safely and smoothly. You have experience implementing safe working practices, leading risk assessments and taking ownership of technical spaces to ensure they operate at the highest standards. You’re comfortable and capable of delivering technical work independently across our labs, workshops and data centres. Leadership experience, project management or managing multiple sites globally is a bonus. The right candidate will be able to work on‑site full time, be comfortable with the physical nature of the role, hold a valid driving licence and be willing to take part in an on‑call rota. International travel may be required. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level. Employment type Full‑time. Job function Maintenance & Operations. Benefits Learn more about our benefits and positive work culture. Next Step Join us and play a key role in powering the next generation of quantum technology. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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