Optical Engineer Co-Op
Required skills
- optical engineering
- applied physics
- Zemax
- CAD
- Inventor
- Solidworks
- Free-space optics
- Fiber optics
- Modulators
- Electro-optics
Nice to have
- neutral atom quantum computers
- R&D
- productization
- maintenance
- off-site installations
Role summary
QuEra Computing is seeking an Optical Engineering Co-Op to contribute to the development of neutral atom quantum computers. This role involves hands-on design, building, and testing of optical systems, collaborating with senior engineers and physicists. Responsibilities include laboratory work, documentation, and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate is pursuing an advanced degree in optics, optical engineering, or applied physics, with experience in non-academic optical system design and testing, including Zemax simulation and CAD skills. Familiarity with various optical technologies and strong laboratory skills are essential.
Optical Engineer Co-Op
The Hardware Engineering Group at QuEra Computing is seeking strong candidates for an Optical Engineering Co-Op to serve as an individual contributor to the company’s mission of building state-of-the-art, manufacturable, and deployable neutral atom quantum computers. The Hardware Engineering Group plays a crucial role in accelerating the company’s technology leadership and translating the company’s scientific breakthroughs into products delivered to customers. To accomplish this mission, we are looking to hire a candidate with an undergraduate or graduate-level education in optics, optical engineering, or applied physics, paired with hands-on experience designing, building, and testing optical systems. The ideal candidate will combine a solid fundamental understanding of optics with strong laboratory skills and a desire to grow as an engineer within an enterprise engineering environment.
Key Job Responsibilities
Qualifications
We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly. We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including as geographic placement, role-specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience. Compensation for this role will be between $50/$60 per hour.
QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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