What You’ll Accomplish :
- Assist with the assembly and integration of mechanical, optical, electronic and cryogenic systems.
- Assemble mechanical components and source components based on defined specifications
- Support test setups and collect data (e.g., organising temporary test spaces, booking equipment, procuring required materials, monitoring tests).
- Maintain and organise essential lab resources, including stock supplies for mechanical, optical and electronic assemblies and test equipment.
- Assist in maintaining lab facilities and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Drive 5S principles for an efficient and clean working environment.
- Actively participate in facilities planning, risk assessments, and hazard mitigations in support of health and safety priorities.
- Working as part of a multidisciplinary team of quantum, mechanical and electrical engineers
Requirements
The 3 Most Critical Attributes We’ll Use to Compare Candidates :
Strong experience in assembling, maintaining and data acquisition of complex technological systems.Skilled at hands-on work, assembly, testing and troubleshooting.Experience in maintaining safe and efficient work environments, including proactive health and safety managementMust-have Skills :
German language skills at B2 or aboveExperience in assembling mechanical systems, and integration with electrical, quantum or optical systems.Experience troubleshooting electro-mechanical, or optical systems (e.g. for maintenance)Knowledge of test setups from both a mechanical and system perspective.Familiarity with health and safety regulations, including risk assessments and emergency preparedness.Strong organisational skills, including stock and resource management.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; team-oriented mindset.Nice-to-have Skills :
Proficiency in reading mechanical drawings and interpreting design specifications.Ability to design mechanical components using basic CAD toolsExperience with thermal management and cooling systems for high-precision equipment.Experience working with lasers, optical components, and alignment systems for high-precision or experimental setups, including troubleshooting laser systems, beam alignment, and performing optical measurements.Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python for data acquisition and analysisDegree or completed coursework in Mechanical Engineering, Quantum / Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline .Benefits
Competitive salary, equity options, unlimited paid holiday allowance, direct insurance pension with 50% employer contributions, group life insurance, job ticket / Deutschlandticket, supplemental health insurance, personal development budget and a relocation allowance.
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At Universal Quantum, we're passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. We have made a number of formal commitments to help to hold ourselves accountable to both our team and peers. We welcome team members from all backgrounds, and work to create an environment where everyone can flourish freely.