Senior Mechanical Engineer

D-Wave (NYSE: QBTS), D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. We are the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the only company building both annealing and gate-model quantum computers. Our mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum, today. Our quantum computers — the world’s largest — feature QPUs with sub-second response times and can be deployed on-premises or accessed through our quantum cloud service, which offers 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations trust D-Wave with their toughest computational challenges. With over 200 million problems submitted to our quantum systems to date, our customers apply our technology to address use cases spanning optimization, artificial intelligence, research and more. Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how we’re shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow: www.dwavequantum.com.

You can read more about our company and our innovations in the pages of The Wall Street Journal, Time Magazine, Fast Company, MIT Technology Review, Forbes, Inc. Magazine, Wired and across many whitepapers. 

At D-Wave, we’re helping customers realize the value of quantum computing today and are shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow.

About the role

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at D-Wave Systems, you will provide technical leadership within the Mechanical team.  You will serve as a Senior Mechanical Engineer and will guide the development and introduction of our mechanical systems as required to meet overall system requirements. 

You will be a key technical resource in the evaluation, design, implementation, and troubleshooting of complex systems for our product and development needs.  You will be an indispensable member of a nimble, energetic, and multi-disciplinary mechanical engineering team within the engineering group. In this role you will work closely with the processor development, electrical, and cryogenic teams. 

What you'll do

• Ensure the technical success of internal mechanical projects from proposal, through design, prototype development, validation, new product introduction, manufacturing and sustaining engineering 
• Contribute to the continuous development of the entire system which includes the cryogenic system, input-output electrical systems, processor interface, machine control, electrical systems, reliability, and new technology 
• Identify and develop Intellectual Property  
• Lead teams in building new systems in both our lab and at customer sites 
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, cryogenic, and instrumentation problems in the lab and in the field 
• Create, maintain, execute, and document sub-systems/products for failure mode effects analysis (FMEA) including unit validation and diagnostic test plans 
• Organize, prepare, and present technical information in a clear, effective, and skillful manner within engineering, to other cross-functional teams, and to management 
• Contribute to the development and application of company tools and process 
• Lead design reviews and provide technical feedback 
• Manage changes to the system using industry-standard change management tools (ECR, ECO, etc.) 
• Recruit and mentor new team members 
• Lead and proactively demonstrate safety to our team including writing SOPs 

About You

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with a minimum, 7 years of engineering work including technical leadership experience 
• 4+ years of experience in complex multi-disciplinary products 
• Experience in the product development cycle through stable production including New Product Introduction 
• Must be willing to work flexible hours during busy periods (on-call rotation participation will be required) 
• Excellence in: 
• • Critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving 
  • Engineering and physics with strong multi-disciplinary technical skills 
  • Written and verbal communication skills 
  • Organizational and decision-making skills 
• Self-motivated, proactive, flexible, and passionate about learning  
• Proficient in technical writing including customer-facing documentation 
• Experience dealing with customers in a technical setting 
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment that is focused on priorities and end results 
• Thrives in a highly dynamic multi-disciplinary working environment 
• Ability to move quickly and make decisions with limited and sometimes contradictory information 
• You absolutely love fixing things and are passionate about providing the highest level of customer support 

Desired Qualifications

• Thermal design of complex systems preferably with cryogenic systems  
• Commercial construction, millwright, mechanic, electrician, or building maintenance 
• Regulatory Compliance (CSA/UL/CE)  
• Basic machine tools 
• Precision mechanics 
• Mechanical, electrical, automotive, or bicycle repair 
• Creative hobbies – sewing, painting, woodworking, etc. 

Additional Requirements

• Willingness and ability to travel customer sites located across North America and Europe on occasion (~10%)  
• Ability to obtain work authorization in the USA  
• Ability to quickly obtain and maintain required security clearances as needed and to work on-site with highly secure and sensitive customers (which may include a background check)

A D-Waver's DNA

• We look at the future and say “why not”; we see possibilities where others see problems or routines. We show the way ahead and are committed to achieving ambitious goals.
• We practice straight talk and listen generously to each other with empathy. We value different opinions and points of views. We ensure that we connect outside as well as inside to learn from others and inspire each other.
• We hold ourselves accountable for delivering results. We make decisions & take responsibility so that we can act & support each other.
• As leaders we motivate & engage our teams to undertake beyond what they originally thought possible, by developing our teams & creating the conditions for people to grow and empower themselves through enabling & coaching.

Our Compensation Philosophy is Simple but Powerful:

We believe providing D-Wavers with company ownership, competitive pay, and a range of meaningful benefits is the start of creating a culture where people want to give the best they’ve got — not because they’re simply making money, but because they’ve fallen in love with our vision, mission, values, and team. 

During the interview process, your Recruiter will review our total rewards (base, equity, bonus, perks, benefit, culture) offerings. The final offer is determined by your proficiencies within this level.   

Inclusion: 

We celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. Our employees range from distinguished domain experts with decades of experience in their respective fields, to bright and motivated graduates eager to make their mark. Our diverse and innovative team will make you feel appreciated, supported and empower your career growth at D-Wave.

The Fine Print: 

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

It is D-Wave Systems Inc. policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, local law. 

The base pay range for this role is:

106,640 - 159,960 CAD per year (Burnaby)