Senior Quantum Engineer
Ottawa, ONQ-Block Computing: Imagine instruments precise enough to probe this reality—to ask whether the cosmos operates according to Nature’s own algorithms.
5+ YOECandidates need a PhD in engineering physics, electrical, photonics, mechanical engineering or a related field, plus 5+ years of hardware experience. Q-Block Computing requires hands-on optical, photonic or precision electronics skills and clear technical writing.
FPGA, laser hardware, UHV systems, fiber-optic components
Photonics Integration Technician
Ottawa, ONQ-Block Computing: Imagine instruments precise enough to probe this reality—to ask whether the cosmos operates according to Nature’s own algorithms.
2+ YOEQ-Block Computing needs candidates with a college diploma in photonics, optical or electronics engineering technology, or equivalent experience, plus 2 or more years of hands-on optical assembly and alignment work. Candidates must be comfortable with fiber preparation, optical test instruments, laser safety and strict cleanliness standards.
power meter, optical spectrum analyzer, beam profiler, photodetector, autocollimator, precision stages
Mechanical CAD Engineering Intern
Ottawa, ONQ-Block Computing: Imagine instruments precise enough to probe this reality—to ask whether the cosmos operates according to Nature’s own algorithms.
Candidates need to be enrolled in a mechanical engineering, mechatronics, engineering physics or related program, with at least 60 credit hours completed. They need 3D CAD and technical drawing skills in SolidWorks, Inventor, CATIA or AutoCAD, plus working knowledge of tolerancing, fits, fasteners and materials selection.
SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, CATIA, AutoCAD
Junior Quantum Engineer
Ottawa, ONQ-Block Computing: Imagine instruments precise enough to probe this reality—to ask whether the cosmos operates according to Nature’s own algorithms.
Candidates need a bachelor's degree in engineering physics, electrical or mechanical engineering, physics or photonics, plus hands-on lab or co-op experience. They must read schematics and optical layouts and use Python or MATLAB for data analysis. Government of Canada security clearance and Controlled Goods Program eligibility are required for some projects.
Python, MATLAB, FPGA, vacuum systems, fiber optic components