Job Description
Job Title: Research Associate (Mechanical Engineer)
Posting Start Date: 07/05/2025
Job Description:
About the Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT)
The Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT) in Singapore brings together physicists, computer scientists and engineers to do basic research on quantum physics and to build devices based on quantum phenomena. Experts in this new discipline of quantum technologies are applying their discoveries in computing, communications, and sensing.
CQT is hosted by the National University of Singapore. The Centre also has staff at the Agency for Science, Technology and Research, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and the Singapore University of Technology and Design. With some 200 staff and students, it offers a friendly and international work environment
Learn more about CQT at https://www.cqt.sg/

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT), National University of Singapore is looking for researchers and engineers to develop next generation quantum computers based on trapped ions. There are multiple positions available at different levels with a diverse set of expertise. This program is funded under the National Quantum Processor Initiative, a flagship program under the National Quantum Office Singapore. The aim of the program is to develop a full stack quantum processor based on Yb-Ba ions. This program brings together the unique capabilities of the existing ion trap groups in CQT expertizing on these two-ion species to explore scalability of the system. The Centre for Quantum Technologies is a pioneering quantum centre in the world offering a diverse research culture at the intersection of three different fields namely, theoretical, experimental Physics and computer science. We offer competitive salary and enriching intellectual experience in a city state known for its forward outlook. This program also allows strong collaboration with leading academic and industrial groups within and outside the country. The team members will work to build hardware for the next generation of the ion trap quantum processor. This includes enclosures for the optical modules to isolate components from thermal and acoustic fluctuations, vibrations and other environmental factors, custom optomechanical components for the optical system and more. The successful candidate will be involved in all stages of the development cycle: collaborate with team members to define technical requirements, design, manufacture and integrate the mechanical parts in the final product.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

We are looking for several mechanical engineers to join the small team of scientists and engineers working on the next generation of the ion trap quantum processor. The candidate should have:

• Bachelor or Master degree in mechanical engineering or related areas;
• At least 1-2 years of experience in mechanical design and manufacturing is preferred;
• Hands- on experience with mechanical design and manufacturing with the ability to deliver mechanical design that is stable under changes of thermal environment and mechanical stress, understanding of thermal management and mechanical stability, understanding of machine shop capabilities and manufacturing process;
• Good knowledge of software CAD tools such as Autodesk Inventor or Solidworks, COMSOL etc.

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