Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Atom Computing

Boulder, CO, United States Posted October 3, 2026

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On-site Full-time Senior
Salary Range

$150,000 - $175,000

Job Description

Join Atom Computing, a leading company in quantum computing. As a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer, you will design opto-mechanical subsystems, work with physicists to design ultra-high vacuum chambers, and own complex technical projects from concept to delivery. You should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 5-8+ years of opto-mechanical design experience, and mastery of SolidWorks or equivalent design software.

  • Lead the design of opto-mechanical subsystems, including laser distribution, high numerical aperture microscope imaging, and optical cavities.
  • Collaborate with physicists to design ultra-high vacuum chambers, vacuum system housing, and mechanical coupling to optical systems.
  • Own complex technical projects from concept to delivery, including creating novel designs and specifications, performing detailed stability and tolerance analysis.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, advanced degree is a plus
  • 5-8+ years opto-mechanical design experience
  • Design of precision mechanisms and kinematic systems
  • Mastery of SolidWorks, PDM, or equivalent design and data management software
  • DFMA, tolerancing, drawings to ASME Y14.5M and ISO 10110
  • Strong background with FEA (meshing, modal analysis, thermal analysis, etc.) and corresponding first order analysis
  • Hands on experience with optics and opto-mechanical best practices
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading technical reviews
  • Proven track record of owning complex technical projects
  • Understanding of material science related to adhesives in an optical environment
  • Excellent communication, listening, and people skills
  • Capable of lifting and moving objects that weigh up to 25 pounds
  • Strong knowledge of first order optics and aberration theory
  • Ability to work effectively in an open, collaborative environment
Required Skills
mechanical engineering SolidWorks collaboration mentoring communication
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