en

Jobs

Let our industry specialists listen to your aspirations and present your story to the organisations in Japan that fit you the best as we collaborate to write the next chapter of your successful career.

See all jobs
Accounting & finance Explore your full potential with roles where you're more than just a number. Automotive Take your pick from the latest roles across the automotive industry in Japan. Banking & financial services Let us help match you with roles at the most coveted organisations. Chemical Explore new opportunities in the chemical industry. Digital Level up your career by working in a cutting edge digital role. Energy & infrastructure Let us help match you with roles at the most coveted firms. Healthcare, medical & pharmaceutical Explore a new chapter in the healthcare, medical and pharmaceutical sectors. Human resources Secure a role where you’re empowered to help people be the best they can be. Industrial & electrical Build a career within an organisation of the forefront of national progress. Legal, compliance & risk Take your pick from Japan's most prestigious in-house and legal firm roles. M&A advisory & consulting Connect with employers where your expertise in advisory and consulting is seen and valued. Marketing Play an instrumental part in the story of leading brands and employers. Retail Discover a new chapter in the world of retail as we help you find the ideal sales professional role that suits your unique talents and ambitions. Sales Not all sales professionals and roles are the same, let us help you find the right one for you. Secretarial & business support Connect with employers where your administration skills are seen and valued. Supply chain & procurement Making things better, smoother, faster. That's were you come in to make a difference. Tax & assurance Connect with employers where your tax & assurance expertise is seen and valued. Technology & transformation Level up your career by working on cutting edge projects and technology in Japan.
About Robert Walters Japan

For us, recruitment is more than just a job. We understand that behind every opportunity is the chance to make a difference to people’s lives

Learn more

Work for us

Our people are the difference. Hear stories from our people to learn more about a career at Robert Walters Japan.

Learn more

機械エンジニア/ Mechanical Engineer

Save job

A leading quantum computing company is looking for a Mechanical Engineer - Hardware Integration and Reliability. The selected candidate will design, prototype, integrate, and maintain precision mechanical systems for next-generation quantum computing hardware while coordinating with global engineering teams and local suppliers.

Responsibilities:

  • Design precision mechanical assemblies including frames, mounts, enclosures, opto-mechanical hardware, and shrouds
  • Update and manage CAD models and 2D drawings for the Gemini system at AIST
  • Design and install water cooling loops, leak containment systems, and thermal management solutions
  • Design and install laser safety engineering controls including beam shrouds, beam blocks, and light-tight enclosures
  • Identify performance, safety, and ergonomics issues and implement practical solutions
  • Inspect, assemble, and install quantum computer modules and unit testing benches
  • Coordinate with Japanese machine shops and contract manufacturers to support component validation
  • Apply DfM/DfA methodologies and maintain technical documentation including specifications, drawings, and maintenance instructions
  • Perform hands-on technical work including wiring, assembling, cleaning, deburring, and small fabrication fixes

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering
  • Experience designing precision mechanical systems
  • Hands-on prototyping and laboratory experience
  • Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor or comparable 3D CAD software
  • Strong knowledge of structural mechanics, tolerancing, materials, manufacturing, and thermal management
  • Ability to work with shop tools, benchwork, and installation of mechanical designs
  • Professional level Japanese and English

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience with scientific instrumentation, precision optics, opto-mechanical design, optics, lasers, and laser safety
  • Experience in thermal management, liquid cooling, power electronics, GD&T, and PDM/PLM
  • Experience applying DfM/DfA methodologies and working with machine shops in Japan
  • Experience working within international and distributed engineering teams

About the Company:

This company is an innovative quantum computing organisation focused on developing next-generation neutral atom quantum computers. The organisation collaborates globally across advanced engineering and scientific research environments.

Keywords:

機械設計, ハードウェア統合, 信頼性エンジニアリング, 量子コンピュータ, 熱管理, 光学機器, 精密機械, レーザー安全, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: ID2473

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Industrial and Automation

Focus: Automation / Robotics Engineering

Industry: IT

Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Ibaraki

Job Reference: ID2473-6583FA7B

Date posted: 11 May 2026

Consultant: Java Shokirov