Mechanical and Quantum Systems Technician

What You’ll Accomplish:

• Assist with the assembly and integration of mechanical, optical, electronic and cryogenic systems.
• Assemble mechanical components (e.g., 3D printing, mechanical assemblies) and source components based on defined specifications
• Support test setups and collect data (e.g., organising temporary test spaces, booking equipment, procuring required materials, monitoring tests).
• Maintain and organise essential lab resources, including stock supplies for mechanical, optical and electronic assemblies and test equipment.
• Assist in maintaining lab facilities and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Drive 5S principles for an efficient and clean working environment.
• Actively participate in facilities planning, risk assessments, and hazard mitigations in support of health and safety priorities.
• Working as part of a multidisciplinary team of quantum, mechanical and electrical engineers

Requirements

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

• Strong experience in assembling, maintaining and data acquisition of complex technological systems.
• Skilled at hands-on work, assembly, testing and troubleshooting.
• Experience in maintaining safe and efficient work environments, including proactive health and safety management

Must-have Skills:

• Experience in assembling mechanical systems, and integration with electrical, quantum or optical systems.
• Knowledge of test setups from both a mechanical and system perspective.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations, including risk assessments and emergency preparedness.
• Strong organisational skills, including stock and resource management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; team-oriented mindset.
• Degree or completed coursework in Mechanical Engineering, Quantum/Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline. 

Nice-to-have Skills:

• Proficiency in reading mechanical drawings and interpreting design specifications.
• Ability to design mechanical components using basic CAD tools
• Experience with thermal management and cooling systems for high-precision equipment.
• Experience working with lasers, optical components, and alignment systems for high-precision or experimental setups, including troubleshooting laser systems, beam alignment, and performing optical measurements.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python for data acquisition and analysis

Benefits

Competitive salary, equity options, a flexible paid holiday allowance (28 days minimum), flexible working options, 10% matching pension, a generous parental support policy, private health/dental insurance, personal development budget, group life insurance and relocation support.

We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion
At Universal Quantum, we're passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. We have made a number of formal commitments to help to hold ourselves accountable to both our team and peers. We welcome team members from all backgrounds, and work to create an environment where everyone can flourish freely.