Senior Production Engineer [619]

D-Wave is seeking a highly experienced Senior Production Engineer with a strong technical background in cryogenic engineering, manufacturing process development, and production operations. You will work closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Service, Lab Operations, and external manufacturing partners. The successful candidate will independently own and drive manufacturing engineering activities associated with production, testing, scaling, and continuous improvement of advanced cryogenic products and systems, with impact across multiple teams and functions.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Cryogenic Engineering, or a related discipline
• 7+ years of relevant in manufacturing engineering, production engineering, or operations engineering, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience supporting production scale-up of complex electromechanical products
• Strong understanding of vacuum systems, thermal management, and precision mechanical assemblies
• Experience leading root cause analysis and production troubleshooting activities
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects and priorities, make sound decisions, and navigate competing requirements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting low-volume, high-mix manufacturing operations is strongly preferred
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems; NetSuite experience is considered a strong asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems

• We look at the future and say “why not”; we see possibilities where others see problems or routines. We show the way ahead and are committed to achieving ambitious goals.
• We practice straight talk and listen generously to each other with empathy. We value different opinions and points of views. We ensure that we connect outside as well as inside to learn from others and inspire each other.
• We hold ourselves accountable for delivering results. We make decisions & take responsibility so that we can act & support each other.
• As leaders we motivate & engage our teams to undertake beyond what they originally thought possible, by developing our teams & creating the conditions for people to grow and empower themselves through enabling & coaching.

We celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. Our employees range from distinguished domain experts with decades of experience in their respective fields, to bright and motivated graduates eager to make their mark. Our diverse and innovative team will make you feel appreciated, supported and empower your career growth at D-Wave.

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

It is D-Wave policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, local law. 

The base pay range for this role is:

133,000 - 183,000 CAD per year (Burnaby)