Mechanical Engineer

HoloMem Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge storage technology company in Greater London is seeking an Advanced Embedded Engineer to design and integrate electromechanical systems. You will work closely with physicists and engineers to develop innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment. Requirements include a Master's degree in mechanical engineering, 4+ years of related experience, and strong CAD skills. Join us in revolutionizing data storage technology.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Employer pension contributions

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in mechanical or mechatronics engineering in a high-tech R&D environment.
• Solid grasp of mechanical fundamentals such as kinematics and materials.
• Experience in optics, photonics, or precision instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop precision mechanical and electromechanical subsystems.
• Integrate motion systems with microcontrollers and sensors.
• Work hands-on in the lab designing and testing prototypes.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Mechatronics

3D CAD skills

Prototyping

Python scripting

Embedded microcontrollers

Education

Master's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Tools

3D printing

Machining

Soldering

Job description

Onsite 5 days a week - Chiswick, London.

Overview

Design the Future of Sustainable Storage

HoloMem is redefining how the world stores data by building a future fit cold data storage solution. Our pioneering holographic storage technology encodes data as light within advanced materials, creating an energy efficient and highly resilient alternative to today’s fragile and energy intensive cloud storage infrastructure.

Founded by ex-Dyson innovation engineers and fuelled by two Innovate UK Smart Grants, we are now on a mission to deploy our HoloDrive technology to the market. To help deliver our groundbreaking technology, we are hiring an Advanced Embedded Engineer to further the design and integration of precision electromechanical systems at the heart of our system.

What You’ll Be Doing

This is not about integrating off-the-shelf components or following conventional design cycles. At HoloMem, you’ll own the design and build bespoke internal mechanical systems that complement our novel optical and holographical technology. You’ll move fluidly between CAD and the lab, collaborating closely with physicists, materials scientists, and engineers to prototype and iterate at speed. Your role is to help HoloMem deliver disruptive technology products.

The Specifics

The role is for an Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer to collaborate with our in-house experts to drive innovations throughout our system. You will:

• Design and develop precision mechanical and electromechanical subsystems
• Own the integration of rigs and prototypes as the complexity of our systems continues to rise
• Integrate motion systems with microcontrollers, sensors, and actuators
• Diagnose and debug electromechanical and control system challenges
• Push the capabilities of our holographic data storage technology by delivering innovative solutions to challenging problems
• Work hands-on in our Chiswick lab - designing, building, testing, and refining

Who You Are

We’re looking for a pragmatic and creative mechanical engineer who cares about technological advancement acting as the glue between engineering and science. You’ll bring a strong mechanical foundation, with the range and curiosity to work across disciplines and solve real-world scientific problems.

Required Experience

• 4+ years’ experience in mechanical or mechatronics engineering, ideally in a high-tech R&D or product environment
• A master’s degree in mechanical engineering, or a related discipline
• Strong 3D CAD skills and experience producing drawings and building assemblies
• Hands-on prototyping experience (e.g. machining, 3D printing, assembly, soldering)
• Solid grasp of mechanical fundamentals (e.g. kinematics, materials, tolerancing, failure modes)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic startup environment
• Familiarity with embedded microcontrollers (e.g. Arduino, Teensy, ESP32, Raspberry Pi)
• Scripting in Python for test automation or data analysis
• Experience in optics, photonics, or precision instrumentation

Benefits At HoloMem

• 25 days annual leave
• Employer pension contributions

How to Apply

Send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail] or use the apply now button that will redirect you to our careers page. Show us what you’ve designed, built, or tested. If you’re excited about our mission, even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d love to hear from you.

HoloMem is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all.