Lab Facilities Manager

About the Company

Arago is an AI and computer hardware company whose mission is to drive the course of history forward by accelerating breakthroughs at the intersection of AI and semiconductors. Founded in 2024, the company brings together a lean team of engineers and scientists from the world’s top companies and research labs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lab equipment in full working order, coordinating servicing or repairs when needed
• Manage inventory and consumables, tracking stock and placing orders proactively
• Operate and maintain the cleanroom, including equipment, furniture, and environmental conditions
• Manage facility systems including cooling, AC, and other infrastructure
• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and safety across the facility
• Set up and maintain documentation and processes such as equipment logs, maintenance schedules, and SOPs
• Support scaling operations by sourcing and commissioning new machines and improving infrastructure

Requirements

• Prior experience in a cleanroom environment (opto-electronics, photonics, semiconductor, or packaging)
• Hands-on experience maintaining lab or workshop equipment (soldering stations, 3D printers, oscilloscopes)
• Working knowledge of facility systems (cooling, HVAC, electrical) and health & safety standards
• Experience managing inventory, suppliers, and procurement
• Professional proficiency in both French and English
• Strong organizational skills and ability to build processes from scratch

Benefits

• Competitive cash compensation and stock option plan
• Relocation bonus and moving expense coverage
• Healthcare coverage and pension contributions
• 25 days of PTO plus public holidays
• Professional development support
• 50% reimbursement of public transport subscription fees