Mechanical Design Engineer -518

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in our Broomfield, CO, location to join the team developing the Apollo quantum computer. The ideal candidate will be a mid-career Mechanical engineering professional with a background designing enclosures, working with electronics, & modeling large systems for early prototypes.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will work under limited supervision and alongside some of the world's most talented engineers to architect, design, build, and test components & assemblies for our next-generation quantum computers
• Apply mechanical design tools such as Onshape and Ansys to develop & deliver creative solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers, ranging from prototypes to commercial products
• Collaborate with cross-functional groups, including Quantum Physicists, Electrical Engineers, Optical engineers, and Cryogenic engineers, on R&D projects needed for our future quantum computers
• Work within a fast-paced environment to turn concepts into prototype designs & iterate these designs based on lab test results

You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree minimum
• Minimum 6+ years of mechanical design experience, including 3D CAD-based modeling, 2D drafting, electro-mechanical or opto-mechanical design and packaging, or thermal analysis
• Minimum 3+ years working in fast fast-paced R&D/laboratory environment
• Minimum 3+ years working with external vendors to fabricate/machine/procure mechanical designs
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or green card holder, worker granted asylum or refugee status
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or a Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

We Value:

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Expertise in product development and effective consultation with internal stakeholders
• Experience with electro-mechanical, opto-mechanical, & cryogenic systems
• Experience both (1) leading & (2) being a member of small design teams and projects
• Experience with Onshape & Arena PLM software tools
• Experience with 3D CAD design, 2D drafting, & applying Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) controls to drawings
• Experience with products of the following types: Electro-mechanical, optical-mechanical, and cryogenic
• Experience modeling concepts for large systems to inform early design concepts
• Ability to build strong relationships and effectively partner with others
• Self-motivated in the performance of duties with limited supervision

Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, driving breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-generation quantum AI. With a team of more than 600 employees, including more than 420 of them being scientists and engineers, we are leading the worldwide quantum computing revolution.  By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries.  As we celebrate the International Year of Quantum, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of this rapidly evolving field. By joining Quantinuum, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.  What is in it for you?A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing workFlexible work scheduleEmployer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) match for student loan repayment benefitEquity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick timePaid parental leaveEmployee discounts Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.  Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal