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Mechanical Design Engineer

Boston, MA USA

Mechanical Design Engineer

 

Position Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Design Engineer with a focus on design to join our Quantum Engineering team. This individual will work alongside other engineers and physicists to design, develop, and test mechanical systems and components for QuEra's Neutral Atom Quantum Computers. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in mechanical design principles, experience with a 3D modeling tool (AutoDesk Inventor preferred), the ability to design for the spectrum of product maturity (early phase prototypes through to high TRL products), to design with forethought towards manufacturing and assembly (DfM/DfA), knowledge of GD&T, and experience working with machine shops and contract manufacturers.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate to design and develop mechanical and opto-mechanical systems, components, and products.
  • Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD models using AutoDesk Inventor.
  • Procurement and preparation of prototypes and assisting with product testing and validation.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet performance and manufacturability requirements.
  • Support the creation of technical documentation, including design requirements and specifications, drawings, and reports.
  • Assist with troubleshooting and resolving design issues during the development and testing phases.
  • Inspecting modules
  • Contribute to the culture of following engineering best practices

 

Other Responsibilities:

  • Support design, procurement, and assembly of enclosures by third party vendor
  • Some incoming part acceptance inspection
  • General technical tasks such as wiring, assembling, cleaning, etc. (We are a start up!)

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • 5–7 years of professional experience in mechanical design
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software (preferably Inventor) and experience using a PDM software (preferably Vault)
  • Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical challenges.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and professional development.
  • Must be able to feel a sense of pride and ownership over work, but also accept that company priorities sometimes change.
  • Must be a team player and willing to pitch in wherever needed.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with optical system design
  • Experience with prototype fabrication and testing.
  • Experience with MBSE (Experience with Cameo even better)

 

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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