Mechanical / Optomechanical Engineer

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Pasadena, CA, USA
In-Office
200K-350K Annually
Entry level
Hardware • Quantum Computing
The Role
Design, prototype, fabricate, assemble, and test precision mechanical and optomechanical systems for fault-tolerant neutral atom quantum computers. Develop CAD workflows and engineering documentation while collaborating with scientists and engineers across hardware and software disciplines in an onsite laboratory environment.
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Oratomic is on a mission to build the world's first fault-tolerant quantum computer.

We are actively hiring mechanical and optomechanical engineers to take part in designing, building, and operating fault-tolerant neutral atom quantum computers. You will work in a tight-knit team across hardware (lasers, optics, vacuum, electronics), software, and whatever else is required to build the working quantum computer. This role will focus on the design, prototyping, and implementation of precision mechanical and optomechanical systems, as well as developing the CAD workflows and engineering documentation used across the team. You will work closely with scientists and engineers to take designs from initial concepts through fabrication, assembly, and testing in the lab. A strong background in mechanical or optomechanical design, CAD, and hands-on hardware development is desirable for this role. We are hiring at all experience levels.

Requirements:

  • Wants to build a quantum computer

  • Works well in a highly collaborative team environment

Compensation:

  • $200,000-$350,000/year depending on experience

  • Benefits (health and dental coverage, 401K, unlimited PTO, paid family leave, visa sponsorship)

  • Equity

Work location: Onsite in Pasadena, CA

Oratomic is an equal opportunity employer. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact [email protected].

Skills Required

  • Willingness to build a quantum computer
  • Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative team environment
  • Strong background in mechanical or optomechanical design
  • Experience with CAD
  • Hands-on hardware development experience
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The Company
28 Employees
Year Founded: 2025

What We Do

Oratomic is a Pasadena-based quantum-computing company developing utility-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers with neutral-atom technology. Its platform uses reconfigurable arrays of atoms trapped in focused laser beams, combining neutral-atom hardware with quantum-error-correction architecture to make practical quantum computing possible. The company’s mission is to build the world’s first utility-scale fault-tolerant quantum computers, advancing applications in science and industry, including chemistry, materials science, physics, and artificial intelligence.

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