Engineer - Mechanical

Vector Atomic•Pleasanton, CA

3d•$110,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Vector Atomic, an IonQ company located in Pleasanton, California, is at the forefront of developing practical quantum devices for applications like GPS-free navigation and timing, geophysical exploration, and telecommunications. We are committed to delivering near-term solutions that leverage the unique capabilities of quantum systems, engineered for real-world integration. As a Mechanical Engineer at Vector Atomic, you will be instrumental in advancing the next generation of quantum technologies. This hands-on role involves designing opto-mechanical and vacuum systems that are crucial for quantum sensors, with a strong focus on personal responsibility and teamwork. We appreciate dedicated individual contributors who take initiative and excel in a collaborative environment. If you are excited about working on groundbreaking technologies in a vibrant setting, we invite you to apply!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, with a 2-5 years of experience.
To comply with the US export control laws, Vector Atomic employees must be U.S. citizens (born or naturalized), lawful U.S. permanent residents (i.e. green card holders), and certain categories of refugees, and asylees.
Comfortable working in a lab environment.
Effective communication skills for collaboration and documentation.
Keen attention to detail in all engineering tasks.
Experience transitioning prototypes to small-batch production.
3+ years in CAD design proficiency, particularly in SolidWorks.
Knowledge of design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles.
Familiarity with material science relative to thermal and mechanical properties.
Understanding of GD&T and tolerance analysis.
Proficient in creating mechanical drawings in line with ANSI Y14.5 standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SolidWorks PDM.
Knowledge of FEA with a focus on thermal and vibration analysis.
Experience in packaging and assembly of lasers and photonic devices.
Familiarity with system integration across various sub-disciplines.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with physicists and engineers on mechanical design from concept through production.
Design and develop hardware components for both existing and novel quantum devices.
Integrate optical mounts, laser packaging, and electromechanical assemblies.
Assemble UHV components and create testing mountings.
Manage drawings and component procurement.
Test and document builds of custom parts.