Mechanical Engineer II

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer II. Location: New Haven, Connecticut, USA

Responsibilities:

• Design, prototype, test, and improve mechanical components and subassemblies for complex electromechanical systems
• Develop and maintain CAD models, detailed drawings, bills of materials, and engineering documentation
• Apply mechanical engineering principles, including tolerance analysis, material selection, and design for manufacturability and assembly (DFM/DFA)
• Evaluate thermal design constraints, including CTE mismatch, bolted joints, heat transfer, electronics enclosure cooling, and cryogenic component thermalization using calculations, test data, FEA, CFD, and simulation tools;
• Support hands-on assembly, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and validation of prototype and production hardware
• Document test results, design updates, assembly procedures, and engineering improvements
• Work closely with engineering teams and suppliers to resolve fabrication, assembly, and performance challenges

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent training and experience
• At least 3 years of professional experience in mechanical design or mechanical engineering
• Experience independently managing engineering projects from concept through testing and release
• Proficiency with professional CAD software and solid modeling
• Experience creating and interpreting detailed mechanical drawings, including tolerances, fits, and GD&T
• Experience designing machined and sheet-metal components;
• Strong hands-on mechanical skills gained through laboratory work, fabrication, machining, equipment maintenance, or similar experience
• Ability to perform engineering analysis and communicate design assumptions, trade-offs, and results effectively
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills

Benefits And Compensation:

• Base salary of $104,000 to $156,000 USD per year
• Competitive compensation package including base salary, equity, bonus opportunities, benefits, and additional perks
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge quantum computing hardware development
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment focused on innovation and career growth

Other Information:

• Position may require compliance with U.S. export control regulations and verification of work authorization where applicable
• No third-party candidates will be considered
• Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion