Technician

New role at Nord Quantique in the lab!

Nanofabrication Technician – 3iT
(permanent position, 40 hour per week)

Working at Nord Quantique

At Nord Quantique, you will be part of something special: working in a highly dynamic environment at the forefront of quantum technology development while benefiting from a vibrant ecosystem located at the heart of the Quantum Innovation Zone of the picturesque city of Sherbrooke. Our interdisciplinary team is laser-focused on solving grand challenges and making quantum computing a reality.

Nord Quantique is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals can fulfill their aspirations while being supported and heard. This also means that we offer flexible work schedules and adapt our methods for the well-being of every individual.

Salary: $56 000 - $68 000

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Supervisor: Nanofabrication Lead

Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

Our Current Needs

As we scale up our quantum processors and supporting infrastructure, we are seeking a skilled and self-motivated Nanofabrication Technician to join our Nanofabrication Team. In this role, you will directly contribute to improving the performance of our quantum processors by executing key nanofabrication processes, including solvent cleans, acid etches, quality control using in-line characterization protocols, and tolerance measurements, within a cleanroom environment. All work must adhere to established standard operating procedures and strict safety protocols, ensuring the precision and consistency required for high-performance quantum systems.

In this position, you will play a key role in ensuring the consistent quality of our quantum processors which is vital for the scalability of our quantum technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle, mix and transfer chemicals in accordance with standard operating procedures and safety protocols
• Perform routine and non-routine tasks in an ISO-certified cleanroom environment while wearing appropriate PPE (e.g., gowns, gloves, masks)
• Clean and etch components using solvent and acid processing
• Maintain accurate documentation to record process parameters recording environmental and chemical process parameters
• Conduct routine equipment checks, calibrations, and basic maintenance tasks
• Support chemical inventory management
• Offer suggestions and improvements to improve the existing workflow
• Perform in-line characterization measuring machining tolerances and surface finish for quality control purposes (using an image dimension measurement system)
• Flag potential problems as they occur
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Mechanical Design and Manufacturing to co-ordinate workflow and determine priorities.

This is a dynamic role within a fast-paced, research-driven environment, offering the opportunity to contribute directly to the advancement of scalable quantum hardware.

Education and experience requirements:

• College-level degree in chemistry, laboratory techniques—analytical chemistry, chemical processes, or other relevant related
• 3+ years of hands-on experience working in academic or industrial micro and/or nanofabrication facilities
• Knowledge of chemical safety and hazardous materials handling
• Knowledge of best practises of how to work in a cleanroom

Sought expertise and knowledge:

• Knowledge of safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals (acids, solvents, bases, etc.)
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with precision
• Highly proficient performing fine motor tasks that require high levels of manual dexterity
• Experience producing detailed up-to-date records and technical reports

Experience with quality control procedures and performing in-line characterization/tolerance measurement (e.g. optical microscopy, micrometers, confocal microscope, image dimension measurement systems, roughness measurement tools) is not essential but would be advantageous.

Sought profile:

• Highly organized and meticulous with an eye for detail
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Great sense of autonomy and dependability
• Solution orientated individual who has a pro-active approach to problem solving
• Strong communicator who can flag potential problems
• Team orientated mindset
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a quickly moving field

We are committed to building an inclusive team that draws on a wide range of experiences and are mindful that strengths can take many forms. We place value on initiative, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset—regardless of formal background.

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: DevTeQ cleanrooms (1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7) and Institut quantique de l'Université de Sherbrooke (2500 Bd de l'Université Immeuble D9, Sherbrooke, QC J1K 2R1)