Google-posted 8 months ago
$113,000 - $161,000/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Goleta, CA
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Google's custom-designed machines make up one of the largest and most powerful computing infrastructures in the world. The Hardware Testing Engineering team ensures that this cutting-edge equipment is reliable. In the R D lab, you design test equipment for prototypes of our machinery and develop the protocols used to scale these tests for the entire global team. Working closely with design engineers, you give input on designs to improve our hardware until you're sure it meets Google's standards of quality and reliability. In this role, you will oversee daily lab operations with a focus on coordinating facility build outs and implementing safety programs. You will be responsible for maintaining the robust and varied facilities for quantum computers, ensuring equipment is serviced in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines and in compliance with related permits. You will prioritize tasks while communicating with internal and external stakeholders. You will interface with local municipalities, contractors, research scientists, engineers and Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) teams.

  • Work with technicians and engineers on equipment and facility related projects, maintenance, shutdowns, and emergencies.
  • Support equipment installation by translating technical documentation and working with vendors to provide site-ready infrastructure.
  • Support the development and enforcement of operational procedures for laboratory safety and hazards.
  • Work on space planning of equipment with necessary utilities and supporting infrastructure.
  • Assist the facilities team with equipment maintenance procedures and service agreements in a high-tech environment.
  • 5 years of experience in managing an industry lab (e.g., semiconductor fabrication or hardware research facility).
  • Experience with safety regulations and protocols in a research environment.
  • Experience with maintenance of lab facilities with vacuum, electrical test systems, liquid nitrogen, and other hazards/chemicals.
  • Experience in overseeing electrical, mechanical, and plumbing construction in a research and development setting.
  • Bachelor's degree in Vocational, Engineering, or Physics.
  • Experience in maintaining lab facilities infrastructure including process cooling water (PCW), Capacity Delivery Automation (CDA), N2, LN2 and HEPA filters with lean manufacturing or 5S operations in labs.
  • Experience with CAD software (e.g., Onshape, Solidworks, AutoCad, ProEngineer), carpentry machining, welding, brazing, soldering and other joining methods; power tools and CNCs.
  • Experience in troubleshooting vacuum, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical and software systems down to a block/board level.
  • Experience with electro-mechanical measurements (e.g., oscilloscopes, generators, calipers, etc.)
  • Ability to provide safety guidance for developing chemical processes, equipment, and laboratory design.
  • The US base salary range for this full-time position is $113,000-$161,000 + bonus + equity + benefits.
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