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Mechanical Engineer 1

Monarch Quantum
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/13/2025 CLOSED ON 2/12/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer 1 position at Monarch Quantum?

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Mechanical Engineer 1. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for a self- starter who thrives in a fluid startup environment. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies, work closely with leadership, and develop and implement engineering practices that support our mission and growth. Your key responsibilities are as follows: Work independently and in a team while communicating with the manager and teammates.Use educational background, experience and reasoning skills to plan, collect and analyze data/information and communicate the process and the results for assigned tasks.Use tenacity, patience, self-discipline and passion for excellence to responsibly make and keep made commitments.Use every opportunity to grow competency through mentorship, curiosity, communication, exposure and initiative.RequirementsExperience: A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. Skills: Basic understanding of material properties, components, mechanisms, fabrication methods. Basic understanding of structural, heat and mass transfer theory.Basic knowledge of mechanical CAD software and quantitative analysis/programming tools and hands-on experience with basic machine shop tools.Startup Mindset: You're creative, flexible, and eager to wear multiple hats. You're passionate about building systems from the ground up and comfortable with ambiguity and change.BenefitsThe expected annual salary range for this position is $70,000-$120.000.As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes:Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceFidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching20 paid time off (PTO) days per year13 paid company holidays9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)Monarch is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.

Salary : $70,000 - $120,000

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