Optical Engineer

Atom Computing

🇺🇸 United States

On-site

Staff / Principal

2 months ago

Ray
SolidWorks
3D CAD

Equity
Unlimited time off
Pension

2 months ago

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At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing. Atom Computing is seeking an Optical Engineer to help lead the design of opto-mechanical subsystems and to help build them out and develop fixtures and processes for their precision alignment and assembly.

Job Responsibilities

Partner with mechanical engineers and physicists to iteratively design optical subsystems in the areas of laser distribution, high numerical aperture microscope imaging, and optical cavities
Analyze and make recommendations to the engineering team for balancing competing requirements
Create novel designs and specifications of optical systems and subsystems from the component level up to the system level
Evaluate suitability of design solutions by performing detailed tolerance and stray light analysis
Develop alignment procedures for optical designs
Assist in hands-on assembly and precision alignment of finalized optical designs
Characterize the performance of optical subsystems
Capable of lifting and moving objects that weigh up to 25 pounds.

Experience & Education

Bachelor’s degree in Optical Sciences, Optical Engineering or related field. Advanced degree a plus
3-5+ years optical design experience
2+ years of hands-on optics assembly experience in a laboratory environment

Qualifications

Experience with Fourier Optics, flat field relay optical systems, and telecentric imaging
Experience in the design of high-numerical-aperture imaging systems
Experience with Zemax, FRED, or equivalent ray-tracing software
Experience with Onshape, Solidworks, or equivalent 3D CAD design software
High attention-to-detail and accuracy
Creative, critical thinking with ability to strategize and solve problems in a dynamic environment
Ability to work effectively in an open, collaborative environment
Excellent communication, listening and people skills

Atom Computing provides a wide variety of perks and benefits, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents. Additionally, unlimited paid time off, 401K company matching, short- and long-term disability, FSA, dependent care benefits, and life insurance. We also offer drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices, every day! The base salary range for this position is between $120,000 - $145,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus and equity in the company.

Optical Engineer · Atom Computing

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