Advanced Mechanical Engineer - 959

US Broomfield, CO
Science & Technology – Quantum Computing Hardware /
Full-time /
On-site

We are seeking an Advanced Mechanical Engineer in our Broomfield CO location.  In this role, you will design, develop, and validate mechanical systems and subsystems, contributing independently to technical solutions. You will apply expertise in areas such as structural design, thermal management, materials, or mechanisms to solve complex problems and drive development activities.

All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit a pre-employment drug test

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and validate mechanical components and subsystems with increasing independence
  • Lead prototyping and testing efforts for subsystems, including fixture design and validation
  • Create and manage detailed CAD models, assemblies, and engineering documentation
  • Drive design improvements for reliability, manufacturability, and system performance
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate mechanical designs into complex systems
  • Own documentation release processes and ensure compliance with configuration management standards

MUST HAVE:

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree
  • 4+ years of experience of mechanical engineering.
  • Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status.
  • Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

WE VALUE:

  • Experience with mechanical system design, testing, and analysis, including electro-mechanical, thermal, or precision systems, with exposure to environments such as laboratory, cleanroom, or development settings.
  • Proficiency in CAD and documentation of complex multi-part assemblies, with understanding of design for manufacturability, GD&T, and tolerance stack-ups.
  • Experience supporting prototyping and working with manufacturing vendors, including hands-on troubleshooting and iterative design improvement.
  • Ability to apply engineering tools and methodologies (e.g., FEA, thermal, stress, EMI analysis) and collaborate across teams to solve technical problems involving complex systems such as electronic packaging, server infrastructure, or specialized environments (e.g., vacuum, cryogenic, or laser-based systems).
$116,000 - $145,000 a year

Compensation and Benefits

The pay range for this role is $116,000 – $145,000 annually.  Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. With active engagements spanning pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and leading academic and research institutions worldwide, we are helping organizations unlock the transformative potential of quantum computing. 

Our global team of more than 800 employees includes many of the world's leading scientists, engineers, and researchers, with more than 70% of our technology team holding advanced degrees at the Master's or PhD level. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Quantinuum operates across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore. 

By joining Quantinuum, you’ll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

What’s in it for you?

We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.

  • Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology
  • Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
  • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and student loan repayment benefit
  • Equity opportunities
  • Generous paid time off, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays annually
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee discount programs 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. For more information about Quantinuum, please visit our website

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know use the Lets talk contact form. 

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know use the Lets talk contact form.