Senior Mechanical Engineer: Optical Alignment & Precision

Monarch Quantum, Inc.

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 165,000 - 225,000

Full time

14 days+
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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

Job summary

Join Monarch Quantum, Inc. as a Senior Mechanical Engineer focusing on optical alignment machines in San Diego, CA. You'll play a key role in building foundational systems and will thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.

The role demands deep knowledge in mechanical engineering, material properties, and fabrication methods. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have at least 5 years of experience. The position includes a competitive annual salary range from $165,000 to $225,000 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in a startup or technology company.
  • Experience with precision automation designs and/or robotics is a plus.
  • Demonstrated successful execution of engineering tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Mentor junior engineers and lead engineering tasks.
  • Execute engineering tasks involving planning and decision-making.
  • Assure accuracy of execution schedule and data quality.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering
Material Properties
Fabrication Methods
Mechanical CAD (SolidWorks)
Python Programming
Quantitative Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field

Tools

ANSYS Workbench
CNC milling
CNC turning
3D printing

Job description

Join Monarch Quantum, Inc. as a Senior Mechanical Engineer focusing on optical alignment machines in San Diego, CA. You'll play a key role in building foundational systems and will thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.

The role demands deep knowledge in mechanical engineering, material properties, and fabrication methods. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have at least 5 years of experience. The position includes a competitive annual salary range from $165,000 to $225,000 and comprehensive benefits.

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