Engineer - Mechanical

Vector Atomic • Pleasanton, CA • 8h ago

About Vector Atomic

Vector Atomic, an IonQ company, is building quantum technology to transform navigation, timing, geophysical exploration, and telecommunications. Our team of engineers, scientists, software developers, and operations professionals works together to solve complex challenges and turn bold ideas into real-world solutions. We value collaboration, curiosity, and diverse perspectives, and we give every team member the opportunity to make an immediate impact while growing their skills. If you're excited to work on breakthrough technology in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Mechanical Engineer at Vector Atomic, you will be instrumental in advancing the next generation of quantum technologies. This hands-on role involves designing opto-mechanical and vacuum systems that are crucial for quantum sensors, with a strong focus on personal responsibility and teamwork.

Requirements

What You'll Do

Collaborate with physicists and engineers on mechanical design from concept through production.

Design and develop hardware components for both existing and novel quantum devices.

Integrate optical mounts, laser packaging, and electromechanical assemblies.

Assemble UHV components and create testing mountings.

Manage drawings and component procurement.

Test and document builds of custom parts.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, with a 2-5 years of experience.

To comply with the US export control laws, Vector Atomic employees must be U.S. citizens (born or naturalized), lawful U.S. permanent residents (i.e. green card holders), and certain categories of refugees, and asylees.

Comfortable working in a lab environment.

Effective communication skills for collaboration and documentation.

Keen attention to detail in all engineering tasks.

Required Expertise

Experience transitioning proto@types to small-batch production.

3+ years in CAD design proficiency, particularly in SolidWorks.

Knowledge of design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles.

Familiarity with material science relative to thermal and mechanical properties.

Understanding of GD&T and tolerance analysis.

Proficient in creating mechanical drawings in line with ANSI Y14.5 standards.

Preferred Skills

Experience with SolidWorks PDM.

Knowledge of FEA with a focus on thermal and vibration analysis.

Experience in packaging and assembly of lasers and photonic devices.

Familiarity with system integration across various sub-disciplines.

Benefits

Vector Atomic values teamwork, open and honest discourse, and work-life balance. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including:

Platinum-level family health coverage (medical, dental, vision)

Health and Dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employer 401(k) contributions

20 days of paid time off / 11 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Fully stocked kitchen

Pay Range

The approximate base salary range for this position is $110,000 to $135,000 per year. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity and benefits. It's atypical to be hired at the top end of this range for the role, as actual pay is based on several factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience level.

Vector Atomic is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Vector Atomic does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team.

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