Principal Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Quantum Hardware Leader

Atom Computing; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

401(k) company matching

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Meals and snacks in office

Job summary

Atom Computing seeks a Principal Opto‑Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of opto‑mechanical subsystems and guide DFMA, tolerancing, and integration across the hardware stack.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with physicists, interface with vendors, and contribute to roadmaps, test plans, and IP generation. This role requires seasoned leadership and strong communication across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Experience designing complex opto‑mechanical systems with leadership responsibilities.
• Ability to mentor and scale an engineering team across projects.
• Proven track record in tolerancing, DFMA, and design for manufacturability in optics.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and lead design of next‑gen opto‑mechanical systems and HV chambers.
• Define requirements with cross‑functional teams and guide hardware lifecycle.
• Architect mechanical solutions for optical assemblies with precision stability.
• Enforce design standards, perform tolerance analyses, and drive DFMA.
• Provide leadership and hands‑on assembly oversight for critical designs.
• Mentor junior engineers and develop internal training materials.
• Contribute to roadmap, technical plans, and resource assessments.
• Participate in technical documentation, proposals, and IP generation.
• Manage external vendors and define deliverables.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across product lifecycle, onsite and offsite.
• Capable of lifting up to 25 pounds as needed.

Skills

Opto‑mechanical design

Leadership

DFMA

Tolerancing

First order optics

Kinematic systems

Strong communication

Mentoring

Vendor collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree (a plus)

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM

FEA software

Job description

Atom Computing seeks a Principal Opto‑Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of opto‑mechanical subsystems and guide DFMA, tolerancing, and integration across the hardware stack.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with physicists, interface with vendors, and contribute to roadmaps, test plans, and IP generation. This role requires seasoned leadership and strong communication across disciplines.