Mechanical Engineering Design Tech I

Quantum Computing Inc.; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Computing Inc. in Bedford, MA seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and integrate precision mechanical modules for photonics products.

You will create 3D models and detailed drawings in SolidWorks, drive manufacturability, and collaborate with electrical, optical, and manufacturing teams. The role emphasizes hands-on hardware development, environmental and functional testing, and rapid learning of new technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design precision mechanical modules, assemblies, enclosures, fixtures, and packaging for electromechanical and photonics products.
• Develop 3D part models, assemblies, drawings in SolidWorks with tolerancing.
• Translate evolving requirements into manufacturable designs.
• Assess mechanical tradeoffs among structural performance, thermal paths, materials, interconnect routing, and optical alignment.
• Build, test, and troubleshoot prototypes and production hardware.
• Adapt designs based on test results, supplier feedback, and manufacturing constraints.
• Support DFM and DFA reviews with suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Contribute to verification and qualification activities, including environmental and mechanical testing.
• Create and maintain drawings, BOMs, work instructions, and change documentation.
• Independently manage design tasks across engineering disciplines.

Skills

Mechanical design

SolidWorks

Hardware prototyping

Cross-functional collaboration

DFM/DFR

Technical problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer-Photonics Location: Bedford, MA (On-site)

Department: Photonics

Division: EM4 LLC

About This Role

QCi is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and integrate precision mechanical modules and assemblies across multiple product lines. This role is centered on strong mechanical design fundamentals, advanced SolidWorks capability, hands-on hardware development, and the ability to learn new technologies quickly.

The successful candidate will contribute across the full product-development cycle, from concept development and prototyping through testing, qualification, and production. The engineer will collaborate with electrical, optical, manufacturing, and supplier teams to create practical, manufacturable solutions in an environment where technical requirements can evolve.

Responsibilities

• Design precision mechanical modules, assemblies, enclosures, fixtures, and packaging for electromechanical, optoelectronic, and photonics products.
• Develop 3D part models, assemblies, tolerance schemes, and detailed engineering drawings in SolidWorks.
• Translate concepts and evolving requirements into practical, manufacturable designs.
• Assess mechanical tradeoffs involving structural performance, thermal paths, material selection, electrical interconnect routing, and optical alignment sensitivity.
• Build, assemble, troubleshoot, and test mechanical and electromechanical prototypes and production hardware.
• Adapt designs based on test results, failure analysis, supplier feedback, manufacturing constraints, and customer requirements.
• Support DFM and DFA reviews and collaborate with machine shops, vendors, and contract manufacturers on custom machined, stamped, formed, and assembled components.
• Contribute to verification and qualification activities, including environmental, mechanical, and functional testing.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, work instructions, and engineering change documentation.
• Independently manage assigned design tasks while collaborating across engineering and manufacturing disciplines.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required

• ~ Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, or a related field.
• ~2+ years of mechanical design experience in product development or manufacturing.
• ~ Strong proficiency in SolidWorks, including part modeling, assemblies, detailed drawings, tolerancing, and design iteration.
• ~ Experience developing mechanical assemblies and converting concepts into manufacturable designs.
• ~ Hands-on experience building, assembling, troubleshooting, and testing mechanical or electromechanical hardware.
• ~ Strong problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to adapt designs based on testing and manufacturing feedback.
• ~ Ability to learn new products, materials, processes, technologies, and engineering domains quickly.
• ~ Ability to work effectively across multiple engineering disciplines and independently drive tasks to completion.
• ~ Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience with photonics, optics, RF, semiconductor packaging, optomechanical systems, medical devices, aerospace, robotics, automation, or other complex hardware products.
• Experience with hermetic or high-reliability packaging.
• Exposure to precision assembly environments such as cleanrooms, optical or semiconductor manufacturing, or medical-device production.
• Experience evaluating material-selection tradeoffs for manufacturability, reliability, performance, and cost.
• Experience considering mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical subsystem interactions during product development.
• Experience working directly with machine shops, suppliers, and contract manufacturers.

Export Control: This position involves access to ITAR/EAR-controlled technical data. Candidates must qualify as U.S. persons (15 C.F.R. Part 772 / 22 C.F.R. 120.15). Must be a United States Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident.

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above. Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.