Senior Mechanical Engineer (Cryogenics)
MetOx International, Inc. · Houston, TX
Posted about 3 months ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 82 days MetOx International, Inc.'s roles stay open a median of 83 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of MetOx International, Inc.'s roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at MetOx International, Inc.
- high 14 stale, 1 reposted of 14 open
- Hiring momentum
- 17 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-25
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About this role
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer focused on cryogenics at MetOx International, you will lead the design, development, testing, and integration of cryogenic systems for high-temperature superconducting technologies. Your role will involve applying advanced mechanical engineering principles, executing cryogenic test protocols, and collaborating with internal teams and partners to support product development. Additionally, you will provide mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 5/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
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What you need
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Cryogenic Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related engineering discipline
- Four years of experience in an engineering role with hands-on experience in cryogenic systems operating between 4 K and 77 K
- Experience with HTS cable fabrication, superconducting magnet systems, current lead engineering, cryogenic systems, or related superconducting technologies
- Demonstrated experience designing, building, and operating laboratory test equipment and experimental systems
Nice to have
- Experience leading technical projects or engineering workstreams involving cryogenic or superconducting technologies
- Experience performing heat load analysis, thermal modeling, and cryogenic system optimization
- Knowledge of commercial cryocooler technologies, including Gifford-McMahon, Stirling, and pulse tube systems
- Experience supporting superconducting cable, fusion energy, MRI, accelerator, or national laboratory programs
- Experience collaborating directly with customers, technical partners, or external research organizations
What you get
- Health, dental, and vision available on the first day of the month following your start date
- 401(k) match
- Paid parental leave & adoption assistance
- Educational reimbursement
- And more!
Worth weighing
- No salary listed
- Role involves hands-on laboratory work and complex engineering challenges in a fast-paced environment
- Focus on cryogenics and superconducting technologies may limit exposure to other engineering disciplines
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