Senior Mechanical Engineer – Quantum Systems (Hybrid)

IQM Finland Oy; Espoo; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IQM Finland Oy seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and validate mechanical components and systems for quantum computers. You will transform concepts into production-ready solutions while ensuring performance, manufacturability, and compliance.

You will own technical projects within your area, collaborate with the Mechanical Engineering Team Lead and multidisciplinary teams, and drive design reviews and documentation for successful delivery of next-generation quantum systems.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• At least 5 years of mechanical design and development experience.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and Vault.
• Strong experience in CAD modelling, technical documentation, and producing production-ready components.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Experience managing engineering documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to own mechanical engineering projects from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document mechanical components and systems, including system layout, framing, mounting, cable routing, and cryogenics.
• Use CAD tools for modelling and analysis.
• Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including GD&T drawings, 3D models, and BOMs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align on design requirements.
• Lead and arrange design review sessions, communicate engineering options clearly, and engage with manufacturers and suppliers.
• Prepare production drawings, assembly instructions, component datasheets, and regulatory documents.
• Prepare and manage regulatory compliance documentation for mechanical aspects.
• Assemble the first batch of prototype hardware to validate fit and function.
• Lead technical projects and own work packages from concept to production.
• Take ownership of complex mechanical design challenges balancing performance and manufacturability.
• Contribute to design reviews and support cross-functional decision-making.
• Share knowledge and mentor colleagues through discussion and reviews.

Skills

Autodesk Inventor

Vault

CAD modelling

Technical documentation

DFM

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Project ownership

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Autodesk Vault

Job description

IQM Finland Oy seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and validate mechanical components and systems for quantum computers. You will transform concepts into production-ready solutions while ensuring performance, manufacturability, and compliance.

You will own technical projects within your area, collaborate with the Mechanical Engineering Team Lead and multidisciplinary teams, and drive design reviews and documentation for successful delivery of next-generation quantum systems.