Mechanical Engineer

6 days ago


Haywards Heath, West Sussex, United Kingdom Universal Quantum Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Universal Quantum. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a critical role in the design, development, and testing of thermal control systems for ion trap quantum devices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop thermal control systems for ion trap quantum devices
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical designs with laser systems and electronics designs
  • Work with a multidisciplinary team of Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Physicists, and Quantum Engineers to achieve project goals
  • Develop and maintain complex models to simulate thermal management systems
  • Contribute to project planning, risk management, and scheduling activities

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Minimum 3 years of experience working in a competitive engineering environment
  • Significant experience in the design of mechanical systems, including thermal management systems and electronic enclosure assemblies
  • Proficient in 3D CAD/CAE software
  • Experience in thermal/mechanical FEA and stress/strain analysis
  • Experience in mechanical structural design
  • Experience in thermal/mechanical testing and methods
  • Understanding of material science and its limitations on vacuum and thermal systems
  • Experience in working with and managing suppliers and contractors
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • An undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) techniques
  • Experience in the design and build of vacuum systems
  • Experience in the design and build of cryogenic systems
  • Experience in vibrational/resonance modeling
  • Experience in fatigue and creep analysis
  • Experience with SolidWorks and Ansys software

What We Offer

Universal Quantum offers a competitive salary, equity options, unlimited paid holiday allowance, flexible working options, 10% matching pension, personal development budget, generous parental support policy, private health/dental insurance, life insurance, and relocation support.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion at Universal Quantum. We welcome team members from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone can flourish freely. We are a proud signatory of the Tech Talent Charter and are committed to collaborating and sharing best practices with others to drive inclusion across our business.



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