Mechanical Engineer

About Vector Atomic

Vector Atomic is building quantum devices for applications including GPS-free navigation and timing, geophysical exploration, and telecommunications. We focus on delivering near-term products that leverage the unique properties of quantum systems. Our rapidly growing team of engineers and scientists designs devices with practical applications, ensuring compatibility with real-world constraints. Join us to work on groundbreaking technologies within a collaborative, innovative environment!

Position Summary
As a Mechanical Engineer at Vector Atomic, you will play a critical role in the development of the next generation of quantum technologies. This hands-on position requires designing opto-mechanical and vacuum systems essential for quantum sensors, with an emphasis on individual accountability and team collaboration.

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 minimum of 3 years of experience.
• US export control laws requires "U.S. Persons" including US citizens (born or naturalized), lawful permanent residents, 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 prototypes 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 are an employee-owned company with 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 / 10 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Stock ownership plan
• Fully stocked kitchen

Pay Range

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, performance bonus, benefits, and equity. The pay range for this position is $85,000 to $135,000 including annual bonus. 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.