Mechanical Engineer, Infleqtion

• Work will normally be performed in an office and laboratory environment. Able to efficiently use automated office equipment such as laptops, copiers, and printers; able to effectively engage in communications (via phone, computer, or in-person). Will involve sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and carrying up to 10 kg
• Up to 10% travel may be required
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics or similar field(s), or equivalent vocational qualification(s)
• Skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Entrepreneurial drive, intellectual agility and personal eagerness to develop with the needs of the business
• Passion for solving complex problems and challenges in a highly technical and scientific environment
• Ability to work comfortably in a highly collaborative, cross-functional, team-oriented, and matrixed environment
• Experience
• Minimum of 2 years industry experience in a relevant engineering role
• Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Awareness of GD&T and technical drawing practices (ASME or ISO)
• Familiarity with structural and thermal analysis tools and methods
• Proficiency in MS Office applications

Desirable

• Our team seeks a mechanical engineer with a strong foundation in mechanical design, analysis and simulation. A background in optical system design and integration would be advantageous.
• As a mechanical engineer, you will be exposed to a wide range of design challenges, working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry to translate experimental concepts into engineered solutions.
• As a team we encourage a proactive hands-on approach, giving our engineers the opportunity to research, design, build and test opto-mechanical systems in a diverse and collaborative environment
• The duties and responsibilities outlined below include essential functions of the role. Depending on business needs, this role may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned
• Work alongside physicists and engineers to capture and interpret mechanical design requirements for optical and ultra-high vacuum systems
• Use a combination of rapid prototyping and engineering analysis to guide design decisions, communicating findings to project leaders both verbally and through design documentation
• Create CAD models (SolidWorks), drawings, and documentation packages in accordance with company design guidelines and industry best practice
• Support research efforts by designing and assembling enclosures, jigs and fixtures using a combination of bought in components and basic machine tools
• Work with the production team to assemble prototype and first off production systems, documenting feedback on DfM and DfA for future designs
• Work with external suppliers to identify and procure appropriate custom and off-the-shelf components