Cryogenics Engineer
Location: Europe (ON-SITE) Reach out for specific details (reece.waldon@darwinrecruitment.com)
Role Type: Full-time
About the Role
We’re looking for a Cryogenics Engineer to support the development, optimisation, and operation of low-temperature systems used in advanced scientific and engineering environments. You’ll work hands‑on with experimental setups, cooling systems, and precision instrumentation to enable stable, high‑performance cryogenic conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and refine cryogenic systems and subsystems (e.g., dilution units, cryocoolers, vacuum assemblies).
- Manage installation, commissioning, and ongoing operation of cryogenic equipment.
- Troubleshoot thermal, mechanical, or vacuum-related issues affecting system performance.
- Develop and maintain system documentation, schematics, and test procedures.
- Collaborate with internal teams to define requirements, test conditions, and performance targets.
- Monitor system behaviour and implement improvements to stability, reliability, and efficiency.
- Coordinate with suppliers and vendors on component selection and technical specifications.
- Ensure safety standards and protocols for cryogenic handling are maintained.
Required Experience
- Background in Cryogenics, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
- Practical experience working with low-temperature equipment or refrigeration systems.
- Solid understanding of vacuum technologies, thermal management, and cryogenic instrumentation.
- Experience diagnosing issues in complex experimental or engineering setups.
- Ability to read and create technical drawings, specifications, and system architecture.
- Familiarity with refrigeration cycles and cryogenic materials.
Nice to Have
- Experience in low-noise measurement setups or precision laboratory environments.
- Knowledge of automated control systems or scripting tools (e.g., LabVIEW, Python).
- Experience integrating cryogenic systems into multi-disciplinary engineering workflows.
- Understanding of microwave/RF systems or specialised measurement equipment (optional).
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on challenging technical problems in a high-impact engineering environment.
- A collaborative team focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Access to modern lab facilities and advanced cryogenic equipment.
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Reece Waldon
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