Mechanical Engineering Intern for Photonics Physics Package R&D - 996
Core
Design, build, and operate cryogenic ultra-high vacuum test systems and custom mechanical fixtures for trapped-ion quantum computing R&D.
Role type
Mechanical Engineering Intern (Quantum Photonics)
Builds
Cryogenic UHV test systems, custom mechanical components, fixtures, and test hardware for quantum computing.
Domain
Quantum Computing / Photonics / Cryogenics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
3D CAD modeling, engineering drawing creation, vacuum system design, cryogenic system operation, mechanical assembly, failure analysis, GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, rapid prototyping, machine shop coordination, structural/thermal/vibration analysis, Python/MATLAB/LabVIEW scripting
Preferred skills
Experience with SolidWorks or Onshape, familiarity with design for manufacturing principles, experience with finite element analysis
Responsibilities
Support design, build, integration, and operation of cryogenic UHV test systems; Create and maintain 3D CAD models and assembly documentation; Collaborate on fabrication, assembly, and troubleshooting of ion trap test systems; Collect and analyze data to validate hardware performance; Contribute to root cause investigations and failure analysis; Participate in design reviews and configuration management; Design and build fixtures and tooling for photonic device characterization.
Seniority
Intern
