Facilities Engineer in London, England at Quantinuum

We are looking for an experienced professional to oversee the operation and maintenance of building systems, cryogenic equipment, and related infrastructure in support of Quantum computer operations in Singapore. This position plays a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of facility utilities and support systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical and facilities engineering, along with hands-on experience managing complex building systems in laboratory, semiconductor, or chemical manufacturing environments. They should be comfortable working in a fast-paced setting and capable of effectively navigating operational challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

Facility System Operations, Maintenance & Project Support:
• Monitor, operate, and maintain facility systems including HVAC, chilled water, compressed air, vacuum, gas distribution, cryogenics and plumbing systems.
• Monitor facility performance, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvements to optimize reliability, capacity, and energy usage.
• Troubleshoot system issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs for critical facility systems.
• Manage and coordinate contractors, vendors, and service providers for maintenance, repairs, and capital projects.
• Develop and maintain facility documentation including SOPs, and maintenance records.
• Track and manage utility usage, sustainability initiatives, and cost-reduction efforts.
• Support installation, commissioning, and startup of new equipment and facility infrastructure.
• Support local as well as global facilities upgrades, expansions, and capital projects including scope definition, budgeting, scheduling, and execution.
• Manage spare parts, consumables, and critical inventory to ensure availability of materials for maintenance and operations, including coordination of procurement, receiving, inspection, and stock optimization
Compliance & Safety:
• Collaborate with HSE to ensure compliance with safety standards, codes, and regulations
• Support compliance with environmental obligations under NEA where applicable
• Adhere to site security protocols, including export control access procedures and Technology Control Plan requirements.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Collaborate with HSE to ensure compliance with safety standards, codes, and regulations
• Support compliance with environmental obligations under NEA where applicable
• Adhere to site security protocols, including export control access procedures and Technology Control Plan requirements
• Participate in audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives

Must Have:
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with minimum 5+ years of experience in engineering, building system support or related area

We value:
• Solid knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, cryogenic, and utility systems
• Hands-on experience with gas systems, cryogenics, vacuum systems, or specialty utilities
• Proven experience in developing maintenance strategies and troubleshooting facility equipment
• Familiarity with CMMS and Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Strong understanding of applicable safety codes and regulatory standards
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Experience in industrial, semiconductor, chemical manufacturing, laboratory, or other high-tech settings
• Demonstrated project management experience supporting facility upgrades or capital projects