The role

We are recruiting a senior mechanical design engineer to join the team. As a senior mechanical design engineer, you will be responsible for leading the mechanical and product design team to support the development of our product portfolio incorporating elements including cryogenic systems, vacuum systems and optoelectronics.

You will work in a cross-disciplinary team which includes quantum photonic engineers, mechanical engineers, optical physicists alongside business developers and product designers. The successful candidate will be involved in both internal research and development projects delivering technical support in mechanical design as well as involved in developing custom solutions for customers.

The company

Aegiq is an award-winning start-up with a mission to develier practical quantum technologies that delivery business value. We are developing high-performance systems which utilise our proprietary sources of quantum light and hybrid photonic platforms to deliver new capabilities in quantum computing and networking. Aegiq are backed by leading venture capital funds and are expanding the team to bring pioneering products to market with early customers including the National Quantum Computing Centre and the UK Ministry of Defence amongst others.

The successful candidate will join a vibrant start-up at an early stage of the company’s development and can professionally develop in tandem with the growth of the business. You will be a highly motivated expert in your area and looking to deliver change in technological capabilities by bringing novel solutions to market.

Our offices and labs are located at the Sheffield Technology Park, which is within minutes of walking from the Sheffield train station, central public transport interchange, and has a secure bike storage and car parking.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering team to conceptualise and develop mechanical designs, ensuring adherence to project specifications and industry standards
• You will lead on the design, development and integration of 2.1K an 30K closed loop cryogenic systems into our systems and work with the wider team on the productionisation of our optoelectronic modules.
• Evaluating analysis and simulations to assess the structural integrity, functionality, and performance of designed prototypes, and advising on necessary adjustments for optimisation
• Lead design reviews, communicate with cross-functional teams, and contribute innovative ideas to enhance overall product design and development processes
• Managing supplier relationships to ensure timely, cost effective product delivery
• Establish and maintain product lifecycle management practices
• Hands on assembly and build as required

Requirements

• Degree in an engineering discipline and >5 years industrial experience
• Line management experience
• Experience of the product design lifecycle from initial specification capture to concept designs through to a finished product
• Experience working with external manufacturing partners
• Experience in design for manufacture
• Highly motivated self-starter with exceptional organisational skills
• Experience in developing reliable structural systems including thermal, mechanical and vibrational management
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced team environment
• Eligible to work in the UK

Ideal candidates would also have experience in the following:

• Knowledge of high-vacuum systems and their design and manufacture
• Experience in developing and operating closed-loop cryogenic systems

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, UK bank holidays and Christmas closure days
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme provided by NEST pensions
• Company private health plan
• Flexible and family friendly working options
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Competitive salary
• Company share option scheme