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The Company is on a mission to build field-deployable, advanced quantum sensors that deliver decisive
strategic advantage on the battlefield. We take lab-grade quantum precision technologies and engineer them into rugged, mission-ready systems designed to perform reliably in extreme environments - underwater, in the air, and on land - and integrate seamlessly with real platforms under real operational constraints. This is deep-tech engineering at the limits of physics, built for deployment, not demonstrations.
If you are driven to translate deep science into real-world impact, thrive at the intersection of quantum
physics, systems engineering, and defence technology, and want to see your work deployed where
performance truly matters, the company is where you build it.
About the Role
We are seeking a Product Designer with strong expertise in mechanical/product design, rapid
prototyping, engineering development, and hardware integration. The role involves translating Compnay’ advanced quantum sensing technologies and laboratory prototypes into compact, rugged,
manufacturable, and field-deployable products, with a strong focus on mechanical architecture, precision component integration, thermal and structural considerations, and design & manufacturing for real-world deployment.
The selected candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams across quantum sensing, optics,
electronics, and systems engineering to design, prototype, assemble, test, and optimize hardware
platforms. The role will involve taking concepts from early-stage design through engineering validation and productization, while ensuring that the resulting systems meet requirements for reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, and operation in demanding environments.
What You’ll Do
1. Design and develop mechanical architectures, enclosures, fixtures, and product structures for
Company’ quantum sensing systems and associated hardware platforms.
2. Develop detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, assemblies, and manufacturing-ready
designs for precision hardware and integrated sensing systems.
3. Translate laboratory prototypes and experimental setups into compact, rugged, manufacturable,
and field-deployable product designs.4. Integrate quantum sensors, optical components, electronics, connectors, cabling, and mechanical
subsystems into complete functional hardware platforms.
5. Perform rapid prototyping, fabrication, assembly, testing, and iterative refinement of mechanical
and product designs.
6. Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA) principles and Geometric
Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T), material selection, component selection, and manufacturing
process development.
7. Work closely with physicists, optics engineers, electronics & mechanical engineers, to resolve
system-integration challenges during product development.
8. Closely understand customer, market requirements and provide insights to engineering teams.
9. Support vendor coordination, prototype fabrication, component sourcing and product
manufacturing and deployment activities.
10. Prepare and maintain engineering documentation including CAD files, technical drawings, Bills of
Materials (BOMs), assembly procedures, test records, and design revision documentation.
11. Contribute to the transition of the compnay’ laboratory-developed quantum sensing technologies into
scalable, reliable, and customer deployment-ready products.
Required Technical Skills
1. Product & Mechanical Design
3D CAD modelling and mechanical product design.
Development of mechanical assemblies, enclosures, fixtures, and precision components.
Engineering drawings, GD&T, dimensional tolerancing, and design documentation.
Material selection and mechanical component selection.
Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).
2. Prototyping & Fabrication
Rapid prototyping and iterative hardware development.
Familiarity with 3D printing, CNC machining, sheet-metal fabrication, and other
prototyping/manufacturing processes.
Prototype assembly, fitment, inspection, and mechanical validation.
Ability to work with vendors and fabrication partners for prototype development.
3. Hardware & System Integration
Mechanical integration of sensors, optics, electronics, connectors, cabling, and other
precision components.
Understanding of mechanical constraints in optical and electronic systems.
Packaging of sensitive components within compact and rugged product architectures.
Basic understanding of thermal management, vibration, structural stability, and
environmental protection.
4. Engineering Testing & Validation
Dimensional and mechanical inspection of components and assemblies.
Prototype testing and design validation.
Identification and resolution of mechanical integration and reliability issues.
Iterative design optimization based on experimental and field-test results.
5. Engineering Documentation
Preparation and maintenance of CAD models, engineering drawings, BOMs, assembly
procedures, and technical documentation.
Configuration control and design revision management.
Documentation of prototype builds, testing, and design changes.
6. Preferred Skills
Experience designing scientific instruments, sensors, optical systems, or other precision
hardware.
Experience working with ruggedized or field-deployable products.
Familiarity with quantum sensing, photonics, instrumentation, or advanced sensing
technologies.
Experience working in multidisciplinary R&D and deep-tech product development
environments.
Qualifications
1. B.E./B.Tech., M.E./M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Industrial Design,
Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
2. Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in mechanical/product design, precision hardware
development, prototyping, or engineering R&D environments.
3. Strong practical experience in 3D CAD modelling, mechanical assemblies, engineering drawings,
and product development.
4. Experience in rapid prototyping, fabrication, mechanical assembly, and design iteration.
5. Experience with DFM/DFA, material selection, dimensional tolerancing, and manufacturing
processes.
6. Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering teams and integrating mechanical, optical,
electronic, or sensor components will be highly preferred.
7. Experience in scientific instrumentation, precision hardware, sensing systems, or deep-tech
product development will be an added advantage.
Personal Attributes
1. Strong design thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach
to engineering challenges.
2. Excellent attention to detail while working with precision components, mechanical assemblies,
and prototype hardware.
3. Ability to translate engineering concepts and experimental requirements into practical product
designs.
4. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary R&D teams.5. Strong technical documentation and communication skills.
6. Ability to rapidly iterate, troubleshoot, and improve designs based on experimental and testing
feedback.
7. Commitment to engineering quality, reliability, safety, and precision in product development.
What We Offer
1. Opportunity to work on cutting-edge fiber optic and photonic technologies for advanced sensing
and strategic applications.
2. Exposure to multidisciplinary R&D involving photonics, quantum sensing, precision optics, and
instrumentation.
3. Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art optical laboratories, specialized equipment, and
advanced manufacturing processes.
4. Collaborative work environment alongside scientists and engineers developing next-generation
indigenous technologies.
5. Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.
6. Excellent opportunities for technical learning, innovation, and professional growth.
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