Mechanical / Optomechanical Engineer

Oratomic, Inc.; Pasadena; On-site; CAD 285,000 - 499,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

401K

Unlimited PTO

Paid family leave

Visa sponsorship

Equity

Job summary

Oratomic is hiring mechanical and optomechanical engineers to design, prototype, and operate precision systems for fault-tolerant neutral atom quantum computers in Pasadena, CA. You will work across hardware, software, and lab teams to take designs from concepts through fabrication and testing.

A strong background in mechanical or optomechanical design, CAD, and hands-on hardware development is desirable. We welcome candidates at all experience levels for this onsite role with competitive

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical or optomechanical design and CAD.
• Hands-on hardware development and prototyping experience are desirable.
• Wants to build a quantum computer and works well in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and implement precision mechanical and optomechanical systems.
• Develop CAD workflows and engineering documentation used across the team.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers from concept to fabrication and testing.

Skills

Mechanical design

Optomechanical design

CAD

Prototyping

Hands-on hardware

Lab testing

Team collaboration

Tools

CAD software

Lab equipment handling

Job description

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 [e-mail].