Mechanical Engineer 2

Monarch Quantum, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching

20 paid time off (PTO) days per year

13 paid company holidays

9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)

Job summary

Monarch Quantum, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer 2 to play a crucial role in expanding our foundation. This position involves independent work as well as teamwork while mentoring junior engineers. The selected individual will execute complex engineering tasks and ensure high standards of accuracy and documentation.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field and a minimum of two years of experience, especially in a startup environment. The expected annual salary range is $85,000-$125,000, with comprehensive benefits including insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in startup or technology company.
• Solid understanding of structural theory.
• Experience with engineering tasks including part fabrication and quantitative analysis.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and as part of a team with effective communication.
• Mentor junior engineers when necessary.
• Execute complex engineering tasks involving decision-making.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Material properties understanding

CNC machining processes

SolidWorks (CAD)

Fluids and heat transfer theory

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

ANSYS Workbench

Job description

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Mechanical Engineer 2. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands‑on role for a self‑starter who thrives in a fluid startup environment. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies, work closely with leadership, and develop and implement engineering practices that support our mission and growth. Your key responsibilities are as follows:

• Work independently and in a team while over communicating with the manager and the teammates. May mentor junior engineers.
• Execute complex engineering tasks involving planning, preparation, data/information collection and analysis and decision-making in a process involving peer reviews and documentation of the results.
• Use tenacity, patience, self-discipline and passion for excellence to assure accuracy of execution schedule, data quality/integrity, conformance to company best practices, clarity in communication and documentation.
• Use every opportunity to grow competency thru mentorship, curiosity, communication, exposure and initiative.

• This position requires access to export‑controlled information. Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a U.S. person as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).

Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Physics, or a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, ideally within a startup or technology company.

Skills

• Working knowledge of at least one ME topic and basic understanding of standard mechanical engineering degree curriculum.
• Solid understanding of material properties, mechanisms, fabrication methods: CNC milling, CNC turning, sheet metal, injection molding, laser cutting, water jet cutting, and 3D printing (metal and plastic).
• Solid understanding of structural theory: static, modal, random vibration, shock, etc.
• Solid understanding of fluids and heat transfer theory: conduction, convection and radiation.
• Demonstrated successful execution of engineering tasks including use of mechanical CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and quantitative analysis/programming tools, instrumentation and measurement, part fabrication or procurement, integration and test, data collection, analysis (ANSYS Workbench) and documentation.

The expected annual salary range for this position is $85,000-$125,000.

As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching
• 20 paid time off (PTO) days per year
• 13 paid company holidays
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)

Monarch Quantum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.