Sr. Mechanical Engineering Technician

Quantinuum
London
2 months ago
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Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing

Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.

We unite best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. With integrated full-stack technology, our world-class team is rapidly scaling quantum computing.

Quantinuum recently secured $300M in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements:https://www.quantinuum.com/news

We are seeking aSr. Mechanical Engineering Technicianin ourBroomfield, COLocation.

All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with science & engineering (mechanical, electrical, systems) teams to support the build & documentation of electrical, optical, & environmental products & systems
  • Under limited supervision, perform prototype assembly and verification as well as contribute to the creation of instructions, and processes for production
  • Produce engineering documentation, reports, and drawings (flow charts, schematics, etc.)
  • Order parts and equipment for engineering development and testing. Track and manage budgets for small engineering purchases.
  • Lead troubleshooting, failure analysis, and root cause corrective action of electrical, optical, & environmental products
  • Manage and maintain lab equipment: 3D Printers, Laser Cutter/Engraver, and similar

YOU MUST HAVE:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Minimum 5 years of experience working with mechanical portions of electrical, optical, or environmental products & systems
  • Ability to work weekends and evenings when necessary
  • Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person. defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers 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 Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

WE VALUE:

  • Associate Degree or bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline
  • Strong mechanical knowledge/aptitude
  • Ability to learn on the job & work in a fast-paced environment
  • Capability to handle multiple priorities at once
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Organization and ability to document project progress
Compensation & Benefits:
Non-Incentive Eligible
Estimated Salary Wage: $73,000 - $91,000 Annually
What is in it for you?
-A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work
-Flexible work schedule
-Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
-401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit
-Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time
-Paid parental leave
-Employee 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.



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