Mechanical Engineering Intern - 1086

Quantinuum • Broomfield, CO

2d • $27 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

Quantinuum is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern in Broomfield, Colorado. The intern will design, automate, integrate, characterize, and test advanced optical systems used in Quantinuum's quantum computers. The role supports research and development, new product introduction, prototype builds, optical characterization, system integration, documentation development, and production readiness. The intern will help ensure mechanical systems meet technical specifications, performance requirements, quality standards, and long-term operational reliability.

The position is suited to a student with an interest in opto-mechanic system design and integration, laser characterization, optical metrology, precision alignment, opto-mechanical assembly, and engineering problem solving. The intern will collaborate with optical design, opto-mechanical design, and integrated photonics teams in a research and manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program.
• Expected to graduate in December 2027 or later.
• Must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or green card holder, or a worker granted asylum or refugee status.
• Must not be a national of the People's Republic of China or Russia unless also a U.S. citizen, due to U.S. Government national security requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing a Mechanical Engineering program.
• Experience with mechanical design programs such as SolidWorks or Onshape.
• Experience with finite element analysis tools such as SolidWorks Simulation, Onshape Simulation, ANSYS, COMSOL, or similar.
• Analytical, troubleshooting, communication, presentation, and technical documentation skills, with the ability to manage multiple technical priorities in a fast-paced research and manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test passive and active opto-mechanical systems and components for quantum computers.
• Develop solutions to monitor and automate optical and opto-mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with optical design, opto-mechanical design, and integrated photonics teams to develop solutions that improve performance.
• Characterize components and subsystems and perform mechanical analyses.
• Maintain detailed engineering documentation, test reports, and design records in accordance with production standards.
• Collect, analyze, graph, interpret, and present experimental and production data to support engineering decisions and design improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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

• Career Level: Intern