Mechanical / Optomechanical Engineer

Oratomic, Inc.
Pasadena, US
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at all experience levels in mechanical/optomechanical engineering who want to work on cutting-edge quantum computing hardware and thrive in collaborative, hands-on environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with a strong interest in quantum computing and a background in mechanical or optomechanical design
    — “designing, building, and operating fault-tolerant neutral atom quantum computers”
  • Engineers who can develop and streamline CAD workflows for a multidisciplinary team
    — “developing the CAD workflows and engineering documentation used across the team”

Things to consider

  • Onsite presence in Pasadena is required, with no mention of remote flexibility
    — “Work location: Onsite in Pasadena, CA”
  • The role demands collaboration across hardware, software, and other functions
    — “work in a tight-knit team across hardware (lasers, optics, vacuum, electronics), software, and whatever else is required”

How to stand out

  • Highlight prior experience with precision mechanical systems and CAD tools in your resume
    — “strong background in mechanical or optomechanical design, CAD, and hands-on hardware development”
  • Emphasize your ability to transition from concept to lab implementation
    — “take designs from initial concepts through fabrication, assembly, and testing in the lab”
  • Showcase cross-functional collaboration experience, especially with scientists and engineers
    — “work closely with scientists and engineers to take designs from initial concepts through fabrication”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • designed and implemented precision mechanical systems
  • developed CAD workflows
Typical background
mechanical engineeringoptomechanical engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

Mechanical DesignOptomechanical DesignCADHands-on Hardware Development

Preferred

Quantum Computer Design

Stack & domain

Mechanical DesignOptomechanical DesignCADHands-on Hardware DevelopmentLasersOpticsVacuumElectronicsSoftwareFault-tolerant Neutral Atom Quantum ComputersTeamworkCommunicationProblem-solvingAdaptabilityLeadershipQuantum ComputingMechanical EngineeringOptomechanical Engineering

About the role

Original posting from Oratomic, Inc. via Ashby

Oratomic is on a mission to build the world's first fault-tolerant quantum computer.

We are actively hiring mechanical and optomechanical engineers to take part in designing, building, and operating fault-tolerant neutral atom quantum computers. You will work in a tight-knit team across hardware (lasers, optics, vacuum, electronics), software, and whatever else is required to build the working quantum computer. This role will focus on the design, prototyping, and implementation of precision mechanical and optomechanical systems, as well as developing the CAD workflows and engineering documentation used across the team. You will work closely with scientists and engineers to take designs from initial concepts through fabrication, assembly, and testing in the lab. A strong background in mechanical or optomechanical design, CAD, and hands-on hardware development is desirable for this role. We are hiring at all experience levels.

Requirements:

  • Wants to build a quantum computer
  • Works well in a highly collaborative team environment

Compensation:

  • $200,000-$350,000/year depending on experience
  • Benefits (health and dental coverage, 401K, unlimited PTO, paid family leave, visa sponsorship)
  • Equity

Work location: Onsite in Pasadena, CA

Oratomic is an equal opportunity employer. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact info@oratomic.com.

Source: Oratomic, Inc. careers (Ashby)

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