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Senior Mechanical Engineer (f/m/d)

eleQtron GmbHHamburg, GermanyPosted 3h agoonsite
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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


Required skills:

  • BSc or MSc degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Precision Engineering, or a closely related discipline

  • Minimum 8 years of professional mechanical engineering experience

  • Advanced professional proficiency in SolidWorks is mandatory

  • Demonstrable experience designing complex mechanical assemblies, bespoke machinery, or technically demanding systems

  • Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, including manufacturing methods, materials, tolerance analysis, GD&T, DfM/DfA, structural design, and mechanical interface

  • Strong ownership of mechanical designs and technical decisions

We value:

  • CSWP – Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional certification

  • Experience in industries such as scientific instrumentation, semiconductor equipment, aerospace, precision engineering, special-purpose machinery, optics, or similar fields

  • Experience with high-precision systems and/or exposure to vacuum, cryogenic, thermal, optical, or vibration-sensitive applications

  • Excellent engineering judgment and the ability to identify and improve weak or risky design solutions

  • Practical understanding of how components are manufactured, assembled, tested, and serviced

 What you can expect from eleQtron:

  • Competitive salary: We value our team members and therefore provide remunerations that reflect this, additionally rewarding particular achievements.

  • Flexible working hours: We offer personal freedom through a variety of flexible work schedules.

  • Team spirit: In our international and diverse team, and with our regular team events, having fun at work is simply part of the game.

  • Further development: We want to grow together and so we offer our team members’ needs-based, individualized further training as well as plenty of room for personal development.

  • Wellness Package: We offer health-promoting benefits such as fitness programs like UrbanSportsClub to support your well-being.

  • Moving Benefits: A warm welcome! We are happy to support employees who move for us with a bonus.

  • At the forefront: Work at the forefront of technology, where academic research meets commercial applications.

  • Modern workplace: We have a high-quality infrastructure with laboratory space, offices, and meeting rooms.

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Skills

  • Vacuum
  • Cryo & Mechanics

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