Assembly Team Lead

Single Quantum

Single Quantum

Posted on May 13, 2026

Assembly Team Lead

Delft
Full-time
Permanent employee
48,000 - 56,400 € per year

Job Description

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for precision manufacturing and building great teams? Do you want to play a central role in the production of world-leading superconducting instruments? Single Quantum - based in Delft and a world leader in superconducting single-photon detection - is looking for an Assembly Team Lead (1 FTE) to lead our Assembly team and take ownership of the quality, output, and reliability of our assembled products.

IN SHORT
Single Quantum develops and manufactures high-tech light detection instruments for scientific and industrial applications, limited only by the laws of physics. Our international team works at the absolute cutting edge of deep-tech innovation. As Assembly Team Lead, you will manage the Assembly team, drive continuous improvement in our production processes, and ensure our products are built right-first-time and delivered on time. You will work closely with our Production Manager, R&D team, and planning and supply functions.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
In this role, you will be guiding the Assembly team towards a stable, scalable, and high-quality assembly operations. Your responsibilities will include:
  • Identifying, specifying, and coordinating the ordering of technically complex components (e.g.CAD-based cryostat parts) inclosecollaboration with colleagues and suppliers..
  • Setting and managing daily and weekly priorities within the team to ensuretimelyand predictable delivery.
  • Coordinating and communicating with adjacent teams to keep information flowing and resolve blockers quickly.
  • Documenting and maintaining procedures, and continuously improve the assembly team to ensure standardisation and reliability to scale the assembly in line with company growth.
  • Ensuring timely availability of components by coordinating ordering,component continuit and enforcing safety-stock procedures.
  • Coordinating the team efforts to support the introduction of new products.
  • Leading and developing the Assembly team through effective people management.

Your profile and requirements

Ideally, you will have...
  • Minimum 5 years in a production / assembly enviroment
  • A practical understanding of mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly.
  • Good understanding of quality principles and production processes.
  • A structured, process-oriented approach to work-especially in planning.
  • Clear communicationskillsacross technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • The ability to read and interpret CAD drawings.
  • Experience with high-vacuum systems.
  • Experience with cryogenics.
Don't tick every box? That's fine — we are happy to invest in your development as long as you are eager to learn.

What we offer

  • A collaborative, international team working at the forefront of high-tech innovation, with colleagues from various (and international) background.
  • Salary in accordance to the CAO (Collective Labour Agreement) Metalelektro, complemented by secondary benefits.
  • Comfortable workplace perks, including coffee, fresh fruit, and weekly catered lunches.
  • A solid retirement plan to support your future (provided by PME).
  • Up to 40 vacation days per year (based on full-time employment).
  • Plenty of space to share your ideas and take initiative—your voice matters from day one.
  • A company culture that genuinely supports personal growth and professional development.
  • Comprehensive social security benefits in accordance with the Metalelektro Collective Labor Agreement (CAO Metalelektro).

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 full 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.

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 career@singlequantum.com

About us

At Single Quantum, we confront every challenge with innovation, dedication, and passion. Founded in 2012, our team emerged as true pioneers of single photon detection technology: we were among the first to manufacture and commercialize superconducting nanowire single photon detectors. Since then, our multi-channel Single Quantum Eos photon detection system has been chosen by more than 100 academic and industrial labs all over the world to perform complex optical measurements.

We want to share this groundbreaking technology with you. Guided by our mission, vision and core values, Single Quantum will develop the world’s fastest and most sensitive light sensors limited only by the laws of physics. Join us in turning photons into data!


Mission

We make the world’s fastest and most sensitive light sensors limited only by the laws of physics.



Vision
A bright future where every single quantum counts


Core Values
Respect | Trust | Proactiveness | Teamwork | Impactful Innovation | Quality