Overview

Onsite 5 days a week - Chiswick, London.

Design the Future of Sustainable Storage

At HoloMem, we’re building the next generation of long-term data storage — radically efficient, ultra-durable, and environmentally sustainable. Our pioneering holographic storage technology encodes data as light within advanced materials, creating a resilient alternative to today’s short-lived, energy-intensive cloud infrastructure.

Having partaken in both the Intel Ignite and Deeptech Labs accelerators in 2024, awarded two Innovate UK Smart Grants, we’ve recently closed our Seed+ raise and are accelerating development. HoloMem is now looking to expedite the development of its pioneering technology by growing its team of problem solvers to support our exciting next chapter.

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic and growing team. As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer at HoloMem, you will leverage your creative mindset and engineering skills to contribute to the development and optimisation of our cutting-edge data storage systems. Your expertise in mechanical engineering and hands-on prototyping will be instrumental in achieving our ambitious goals.

The Role

• Push the capabilities of holographic data storage technologies by creating innovative solutions to challenging problems
• Design, assemble and test prototypes of complex mechatronic components using our in-house facilities
• Put your CAD skills to work designing parts and assemblies, creating engineering drawings while maintaining documentation control
• Work in an agile group of mechanical, optical and software engineers, participating in design reviews to help solve design, engineering, and manufacturing problems
• Engineer the next generation of data storage technology

Who You Are

• We’re looking for a pragmatic, creative engineer who thrives at the interface of mechanics and electronics. You bring a strong mechanical foundation, with the range and curiosity to work across disciplines and solve real-world, physical problems.

Expected

• Can share a strong portfolio of previous work / projects
• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering or a related field
• Proficient in 3D CAD (OnShape, Solidworks) to design components, produce drawings, and build assemblies
• Hands-on, self-taught, and love to work on hardware
• Excited to prototype your own designs in our well-equipped workshop
• Can communicate effectively in a multi-disciplinary team
• Independent, self-starter with strong communication skills
• Basic electronics (Arduino, Raspberry Pi), soldering and wiring skills to assist in integration of mechanical and electronic components
• Writing scripts to process data and debug embedded systems using C/C++, Python or MATLAB
• Have practical experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) for creation of fabrication drawings
• Competing in flagship engineering competitions like Formula Student, University Rover Challenge or Shell Eco-marathon
• Participant in the maker community or just a general DIY’er

What You’ll Get

• 25 days annual leave
• Matched pension contributions
• A collaborative, knowledgeable team working on deeply technical, world-positive problems

How to Apply

Send us your CV and a portfolio (PDF format) to careers@holomem.co.uk or use the link below. Show us what you’ve designed, built, or tested. If you’re excited about the 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.