About this role
Job Description <span style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;color:rgb(32,32,32);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Do you want to work with cutting-edge quantum technology? Do you have a solid technical background and do you work with a lot of perseverance and accuracy? Do you want be part of a diverse and dynamic scale-up company? </span><span style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;color:rgb(32,32,32);font-family:Inter, '-apple-system', BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', 'Open Sans', 'system-ui', '-apple-system', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Noto Sans', sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji';font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><br style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;"></span><br>Then we invite you to read on and apply!<br><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;color:rgb(165,0,0);">IN SHORT</span></span><br>Single Quantum (singlequantum.com) makes the world's fastest and most-sensitive light-detection systems limited only by the laws of physics! <br> <br><span style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;color:rgb(32,32,32);font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As a scale- up company, we are growing steadily in both size and presence worldwide. We are looking for a new Assembly Technician to join our growing team,</span><span style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;color:rgb(32,32,32);font-family:Inter, '-apple-system', BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', 'Open Sans', 'system-ui', '-apple-system', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Noto Sans', sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji';font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"> based at our headquarters in Delft. </span><br><br><span style="color:rgb(165,0,0);font-size:18px;">WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-size:18px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-size:14px;">Key responsibilities of a person in this role may include:</span></span><br></span><ul><li><p><strong>Assemble, integrate, and test </strong>cryostats and control electronics;</p></li><li><p><strong>Perform </strong><strong>soldering </strong>of electrical cables and connectors;</p></li><li><p><strong>Test and validate</strong> printed circuit boards (PCBs);</p></li><li><p>Carry out <strong>measurements and testing </strong>on optical fibers;</p></li><li><p><strong>Route and organize</strong> cables and optical fibers with high precision and attention to detail.</p></li></ul><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:'Times New Roman';font-size:medium;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">The work is done individually, but you will be working closely within the Assembly team and together with the <strong>Optical Testing, Electronics</strong> and <strong>Mechanical Engineering</strong> teams.</span></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:'Times New Roman';font-size:medium;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">With ever-going improvements and growth of the Superconducting Nanowire Single Photon Detector (SNSPD), you are also heavily involved in new developments in cryostat and electronics assembly. </span></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:'Times New Roman';font-size:medium;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">The cryostats are the face and body of our products; they are the system that binds all components together, and the electronics are the window into our products. Not only do the electronics control and read out the detectors, but they also present the data in interfaces for our customers to interact with. Therefore, the highest possible quality is required. </span><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">In the end, you will deliver a physical product for both commercial and research purposes. </span></p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:'Times New Roman';font-size:medium;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">You will work full time and will be based at our HQ in Delft, contributing to our dynamic and friendly work environment!</span><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><br></span></span></p> Your profile and requirements <span style="color:rgb(165,0,0);"><strong>We are looking for someone who...</strong></span><ul><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">You like to work with your hands to assemble and get things working;</span></li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">You have previous experience with technical assembly;</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">You have a strong eye for detail and quality;</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">You are committed, not afraid to take ownership</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Proficient in both English and Dutch.</li></ul><span style="color:rgb(165,0,0);"><strong>The following working experiences are a plus:</strong></span><ul><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Familiarity with vacuum technologies and cryogenic systems;</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Experience with soldering and in electronics assembly;</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Experience with (3D) CAD software;</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Hands-on experience in high-tech production;</li><li style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Prior work in an optics lab is a big plus.</li></ul> What we offer <ul><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;"><span style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;">A collaborative, international team working at the forefront of high-tech innovation, with colleagues from various (and international) background. </span></li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;"><span style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;">Salary in accordance to the CAO (Collective Labour Agreement) Metalelektro, complemented by secondary benefits.</span></li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;"><span style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;">Comfortable workplace perks, including coffee, fresh fruit, and weekly catered lunches.</span></li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;"><span style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;">A solid retirement plan to support your future (provided by PME).</span></li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;"><span style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;">Up to 40 vacation days per year (based on full-time employment). </span></li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;"><span style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;">Plenty of space to share your ideas and take initiative—your voice matters from day one.</span></li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;"><span style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;">A company culture that genuinely supports personal growth and professional development.</span></li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;"><span style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;">Comprehensive social security benefits in accordance with the Metalelektro Collective Labor Agreement (CAO Metalelektro).</span></li></ul> Equal Opportunity Employer At Single Quantum, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We also encourage female candidates to apply for this position, regardless of the fact that you may not meet the <strong>full </strong>the requirements. How to apply If the job description and Single Quantum excites you, we encourage you to submit your CV as well as a motivation or cover letter explaining why you think you're a good fit for the position, along with what attracts you to the position.<br><br> Contact If you have any questions before applying or would like to have a general conversation about Single Quantum, you can contact our HR Officer, Jacqerina Jarad on +31 (0) 850 400 902 or email to [email protected]