Senior Engineering Technician - Cryogenics

VEIR • Woburn, MA

8d • $75,000 - $92,000 • Onsite

About The Position

VEIR is enabling a new generation of compact, efficient, high-power, and long-distance power delivery solutions, solving bottlenecks that exist across the entire electricity value chain, from generation through to data center server racks. VEIR's low voltage superconducting solutions are enabling new power delivery architectures in the world’s largest data centers and our higher voltage solutions are poised to revolutionize the development of electricity transmission and distribution lines. VEIR is preparing for rapid growth as we seek to solve critical challenges facing data center developers, electricity generation developers, and utilities around the world. VEIR is seeking a qualified Engineering/Cryogenics Technician to join our team. This individual will support VEIR’s Cryogenic Systems Engineering team in designing, constructing, and maintaining VEIR’s liquid Nitrogen supply infrastructure for both laboratory operations and grid tied product delivery systems. This position will be based at VEIR’s headquarters in Woburn, MA, and report directly to the Engineering Lab Manager.

Requirements

• You’ll bring hands-on experience working with cryogenic systems, vacuum systems, or other precision thermal systems.
• You’ll have familiarity with instrumentation and sensors (e.g., RTDs, pressure transducers, flow meters).
• You have experience reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Experience with fine low voltage wire soldering.
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 60lbs.
• You’ll have experience creating process flow diagrams and work instructions
• You have strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in experimental setups.
• You’re comfortable working in a fast-paced, lab-based R&D environment with evolving priorities.
• You’re comfortable working in sometimes cold conditions, spending a lot of time on your feet and sometimes outside.
• You have a technical degree or equivalent experience in mechanical, electrical, or cryogenic systems technology.
• You operate with a high level of integrity, discretion, professionalism, attention to detail and safety.
• You have strong analytical and logical skills, and you are adept at interpreting complex financial data to inform strategic decisions
• You have excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills across all levels of staff and with external stakeholders
• Highly motivated, energetic, mature, and detail-oriented with a positive approach to problem solving
• You are committed to VEIR’s mission, goals, and core values

Responsibilities

• Support assembly, installation, and operation of cryogenic systems, including piping, insulation, temperature and pressure sensors, and control systems.
• Set up and maintain cryogenic testing equipment, including vacuum chambers, cryostats, and liquid /gas nitrogen systems.
• Conduct routine and experimental tests on cryogenic hardware; collect and analyze temperature, pressure, and flow data.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, thermal and fluid system issues in cryogenic environments.
• Assist engineers with the buildout of new cryogenic system prototypes and iterate designs based on test results.
• Safely handle cryogenic fluids and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in high-hazard environments.
• Maintain detailed logs, test reports, and equipment calibration records.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, controls, and fabrication teams to support R&D and production objectives.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage with 100% employer paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
• 12 Company Holidays + unmetered PTO
• 12 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave for all new parents
• Stock Options
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Regular teambuilding, off-sites, and lunch & learns

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees