Senior Mechanical Engineer
eleQtron
Senior Mechanical Engineer
eleQtron
Trapped-ion quantum processors with MAGIC technology
eleQtron develops and operates full-stack quantum computers based on trapped-ion technology. Quantum computing is a new computing paradigm rapidly approaching commercial viability. Our unique approach combines laser-cooled trapped ions with microwave control and tailored magnetic fields. Our next-generation computing machines under development will be able to find solutions to problems that are out of reach today, thus enabling new innovative products and services for a brighter future.
About the Role:
We are looking for a highly experienced and technically strong Senior Mechanical Engineer (f/m/d) who can take ownership of complex mechanical designs from concept through detailed engineering, manufacturing, assembly, and validation.
This is a hands-on engineering role for someone with strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, extensive practical design experience, and advanced SolidWorks capabilities.
Responsibilities:
Take technical ownership of complex mechanical components, assemblies, and subsystems from concept through manufacturing, assembly, and validation
Develop robust mechanical designs for high-precision scientific and industrial equipment
Create and maintain high-quality SolidWorks parts, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation
Perform tolerance analysis and define appropriate fits, interfaces, geometric tolerances, and dimensional requirements
Translate system-level requirements into clear mechanical requirements, interfaces, and manufacturable design solutions
Define manufacturing requirements and work closely with suppliers and Procurement on manufacturability, materials, tolerances, and quality
Develop, test, and improve prototypes and actively contribute to design reviews and technical decision-making
eleQtron builds trapped-ion quantum processors in Germany using microwave-controlled qubits and its MAGIC (Magnetic Gradient Induced Coupling) technology. Qubits are trapped ions controlled by microwaves, with MAGIC using magnetic field gradients to create entangling gates, and customers access the processors remotely via cloud infrastructure. The company emphasizes cloud access, scale-up production, and industrial partnerships to move from lab-scale systems toward production-ready devices. Its goal is to provide industry-ready trapped-ion quantum computing at scale, enabling customers to run quantum workloads through cloud access and mass production capabilities.
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