Neuralink

Neuralink

Mechanical Engineer, Implant

Austin, Texas, United States · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$120k-$224kDetected 29 days ago
SolidWorksRoboticsMechanical DesignControlsMedical DevicesResearchGxP

About the role

  • These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.
  • Team Description: The Brain Interfaces Mechanical Engineering team is responsible for the mechanical and manufacturing systems related to our implant, microfabricated thin-film electrodes, wireless charger, and associated accessories.
  • Projects will be highly varied, leveraging both breadth and depth of first principles in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, and test engineering.

Responsibilities

  • As a Mechanical Engineer at Neuralink, you will own the design and production of hardware solutions for our brain-computer interface devices.
  • You will collaborate closely with other engineers (e.g., electrical engineers, chip designers, software engineers, robotics engineers) as well as neuroscientists, neurosurgeons, clinicians, animal care specialists, and other industry experts.
  • You may own a major product from early concept to production, while also diving deep into smaller but essential manufacturing problems to unblock production.
  • Exploring early device architectures and downselecting to drive design and company direction
  • Rapid prototyping with existing technologies, and developing or sourcing expanded capabilities
  • Identifying key vendors and developing/maintaining relationships to expand our capabilities
  • Developing, maintaining, and executing test plans and electro-mechanical test systems for verification and validation of products ranging from components to sub-assemblies, full consumer electronics products, or production environments
  • Providing insight into the design of tooling and equipment from development to full-volume production including poka-yoke, controls, and standardization of componentry
  • Developing requirements for, sourcing, and pitching major equipment purchases to expand manufacturing and test capabilities; becoming the subject matter expert for this equipment and training other engineers and technicians
  • Writing and maintaining design and manufacturing documentation for internal reference and submission to regulatory bodies

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience and ability
  • 5+ years of mechanical engineering industry experience, owning products from concept to production
  • Experience with DFX, conventional machining, rapid prototyping technologies, and precision design + manufacturing

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 10993, 21 CFR, and related standards
  • Experience scaling complex low to mid-volume production lines
  • Expected Compensation:
  • We also believe in aligning our employees' success with the company's long-term growth.
  • Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred)

Compensation

  • The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the following range.
  • Your actual base pay will be determined by your job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
  • We also believe in aligning our employees' success with the company's long-term growth.
  • As such, in addition to base salary, Neuralink offers equity compensation (in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSU)) for all full-time employees.
  • $120,000 - $224,000 USD
  • What We Offer:

Benefits

  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
  • Commuter benefits
  • Equity (RSUs) *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
  • Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
  • Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
  • Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.
  • Developing knowledge of and implementing compliance with relevant federal regulations (e.g., GxP, 21 CFR) as they pertain to medical device design and manufacturing

Company info

  • We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain.
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