Graduate Mechanical Engineer

HoloMem Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

HoloMem Ltd is seeking a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our innovative team focused on developing cutting-edge data storage solutions. You will leverage your creative mindset and engineering skills to help design and prototype advanced mechatronic components, working collaboratively within an agile team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful projects and contribute to environmentally sustainable technology.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Matched pension contributions

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio of previous work/projects.
• Hands-on, self-taught with hardware.
• Practical experience with GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Design, assemble, and test prototypes of mechatronic components.
• Work within a team to create innovative solutions for holographic storage technologies.
• Maintain documentation control and produce engineering drawings.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Creativity

Communication

Problem Solving

3D CAD

Basic Electronics

Soldering

Programming (C/C++, Python, MATLAB)

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Related field in Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

OnShape

Solidworks

Job description

Onsite 5 days a week - Chiswick, London.

Design the Future of Sustainable Storage -

At HoloMem, we’re building the next generation of long-term data storage — radically efficient, ultra-durable, and environmentally sustainable. Our pioneering holographic storage technology encodes data as light within advanced materials, creating a resilient alternative to today’s short-lived, energy-intensive cloud infrastructure.

Having partaken in both the Intel Ignite and Deeptech Labs accelerators in 2024, awarded two Innovate UK Smart Grants, we’ve recently closed our Seed+ raise and are accelerating development. HoloMem is now looking to expedite the development of its pioneering technology by growing its team of problem solvers to support our exciting next chapter.

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic and growing team. As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer at HoloMem, you will leverage your creative mindset and engineering skills to contribute to the development and optimisation of our cutting-edge data storage systems. Your expertise in mechanical engineering and hands-on prototyping will be instrumental in achieving our ambitious goals.

The Role

Push the capabilities of holographic data storage technologies by creating innovative solutions to challenging problems

Design, assemble and test prototypes of complex mechatronic components using our in-house facilities

Put your CAD skills to work designing parts and assemblies, creating engineering drawings while maintaining documentation control

Work in an agile group of mechanical, optical and software engineers, participating in design reviews to help solve design, engineering, and manufacturing problems

Engineer the next generation of data storage technology

Who You Are

We’re looking for a pragmatic, creative engineer who thrives at the interface of mechanics and electronics. You bring a strong mechanical foundation, with the range and curiosity to work across disciplines and solve real-world, physical problems.

Expected

Can share a strong portfolio of previous work / projects

Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering or a related field

Proficient in 3D CAD (OnShape, Solidworks) to design components, produce drawings, and build assemblies

Hands-on, self-taught, and love to work on hardware

Excited to prototype your own designs in our well-equipped workshop

Can communicate effectively in a multi-disciplinary team

Independent, self-starter with strong communication skills

Basic electronics (Arduino, Raspberry Pi), soldering and wiring skills to assist in integration of mechanical and electronic components

Writing scripts to process data and debug embedded systems using C/C++, Python or MATLAB

Have practical experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) for creation of fabrication drawings

Competing in flagship engineering competitions like Formula Student, University Rover Challenge or Shell Eco-marathon

Participant in the maker community or just a general DIY’er

What You’ll Get

25 days annual leave

Matched pension contributions

A collaborative, knowledgeable team working on deeply technical, world-positive problems

How to Apply

Send us your CV and a portfolio (PDF format). Show us what you’ve designed, built, or tested. If you’re excited about the mission — even if you don’t meet every requirement — we’d love to hear from you.

HoloMem is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all.