Senior Mechanical Engineer
At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing.
Atom Computing is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to help design mechanical subsystems and develop fixtures and processes for precision alignment and assembly.
- Partner with opto-mechanical engineers and physicists to iteratively design mechanics for vacuum systems, optical subsystems, temperature and vibration control, and robust packaging
- Analyze and make recommendations to the engineering team for balancing competing requirements
- Create novel designs and specifications of mechanical systems and subsystems from the component level up to the system level
- Evaluate suitability of design solutions by performing detailed stability, thermal, vibration, and tolerance analysis
- Assist in hands-on assembly and precision alignment of finalized designs
- Capable of lifting and moving objects that weigh up to 25 pounds
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, advanced degree is a plus
- 7+ years optomechanical design experience
- Experience with precision mechanism design and kinematic interfaces
- Familiarity with designing vacuum chambers and interfacing hardware
- Experience with Solidworks, PDM, or equivalent design and data management software
- Skilled in FEA (meshing, modal analysis, thermal analysis, etc.) and corresponding first order analysis
- Robust packaging of sensitive systems for shipping or extreme environments
- Mechanical design for PCBs, wire harnesses, electronic thermal control
- Hands on experience with optics and opto-mechanical best practices a plus
- Creative, critical thinking with ability to strategize and solve problems in a dynamic environment
- Ability to work effectively in an open, collaborative environment
- Excellent communication, listening and people skills
Atom Computing provides a wide variety of perks and benefits, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents. Additionally, unlimited paid time off, 401K company matching, short- and long-term disability, FSA, dependent care benefits, and life insurance. We also offer drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices, every day!
The base salary range for this position is between $140,000 - $165,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus and equity in the company.
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