Advanced Opto-Mechanical Engineer - 1112

Quantinuum • Broomfield, CO

7d • $121,000 - $176,000

About The Position

Quantinuum is seeking an Advanced Opto-Mechanical Engineer in its Broomfield, Colorado location. The position supports the development of commercial and research systems for quantum computing as part of a team of physicists, optical engineers, and opto-mechanical engineers. The engineer will design and develop opto-mechanical systems and participate in building, testing, and aligning optical systems, including advanced micro-optic and photonic systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree minimum.
• Minimum 6 years of experience, inclusive of advanced degrees, with product, assembly tooling, or test equipment opto-mechanical CAD design for optical or photonic applications.
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined in the posting: a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or green card holder, or a worker granted asylum or refugee status.
• Due to national security requirements, candidates must not be a national of the People’s Republic of China or Russia unless also a U.S. citizen.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. or master’s degree in optics, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with Onshape or an equivalent CAD system.
• Understanding of GD&T principles and practices.
• Experience with photonic or optical assembly.
• Experience with motion control systems used to align optical components using vision assist or active feedback.
• Experience with materials and adhesives for optical assemblies.
• Experience with FEA, including modal, structural, and thermal analysis.
• Hands-on fabrication skills and knowledge of machining practices, assembly, and testing.
• Experience creating drawings and assembly processes for optical systems.
• Experience working with polarization-maintaining fiber and micro-optics systems.
• Broad understanding of optical principles and practices, and intimate knowledge and experience applying this knowledge to projects.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a team of physicists, optical engineers, and opto-mechanical engineers supporting development of commercial and research systems for quantum computing.
• Design and develop opto-mechanical systems in new and novel ways to assemble and test advanced micro-optic and photonic systems.
• Participate in building, testing, and alignment of optical systems.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology.
• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance.
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and student loan repayment benefit.
• Equity opportunities.
• Generous paid time off, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays annually.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee discount programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior