Mechanical Engineer

About Universal Quantum

At Universal Quantum, we aim to make the world a better place by engineering the future of computing.
Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers capable of solving problems once considered impossible.
Our technology will support industries including healthcare, materials, and aerospace.

We are looking to hire a Mechanical Engineer (f/m/d) to join our team as we develop hardware for
ion-trap quantum computing. Passionate about creating technologies that can change the world?
We may be the right place for you—get in touch!

What You’ll Accomplish

• Design, build, and test thermal control systems for ion-trap quantum devices.
• Design, build, and test electronic enclosure assemblies for ion-trap quantum devices.
• Integrate mechanical designs with laser systems and electronics.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Physicists, and Quantum Engineers.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and reporting of progress and issues.
• Engage in project planning, risk management, and scheduling activities.

Requirements

The 3 Most Critical Attributes We’ll Use to Compare Candidates:

• Experience in the design and build of thermal management systems.
• Experience in the design and build of electronic enclosure assemblies.
• Experience developing complex models to simulate thermal management systems.

Must-have Skills:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a competitive engineering environment.
• Strong experience designing mechanical systems, including thermal management systems and electronic enclosures.
• Proficiency in 2D & 3D CAD for mechanical and structural design.
• Experience using CAE tools for thermal and mechanical FEA, including stress and strain analysis.
• Experience in thermal and mechanical testing methods.
• Understanding of materials science and its impact on vacuum and thermal systems.
• Experience working with and managing suppliers and contractors.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; a strong team player.
• An undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Nice-to-have Skills:

• Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
• Experience designing and building vacuum systems.
• Experience designing and building cryogenic systems.
• Experience in vibrational and resonance modelling.
• Experience in fatigue and creep analysis.
• Experience using SolidWorks and Ansys.

Please feel encouraged to apply even if you don’t meet all the requirements.
We would love to hear from you even if you feel you’re a partial match.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity options
• Unlimited paid holiday allowance
• Direct insurance pension with 50% employer contribution
• Group life insurance
• Job ticket / Deutschlandticket
• Supplemental health insurance
• Personal development budget
• Relocation allowance

We Are Committed to Diversity and Inclusion

At Universal Quantum, we are passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds.
We welcome team members from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where
everyone can flourish freely. We actively collaborate, share best practices,
and continuously develop initiatives to drive inclusion across our business.