Microfabrication Technician @ Neuralink

Microfabrication Technician

Posted on 2/24/2023

INACTIVE

51-200 employees

Implantable brain–machine interfaces

Company Overview

Neuralink's mission is to build devices that will help people with paralysis and invent new technologies that will expand abilities, the community, and the world.

Locations

Fremont, CA, USA

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Requirements

Resourceful, flexible, and adaptable; no task is too big or too small
Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong self-discipline
2+ years of hands-on experience
Ability to work in a medical device regulatory environment
Ability to thrive in a dynamic and constantly changing environment

Responsibilities

Operate equipment such as reactive ion etcher, e-beam evaporator, sputter physical vapor deposition system, plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition, photoresist spin coater, mask aligner, and wet sink
Troubleshoot and maintain equipment calibration and performance
Ensure product quality and conformance to design requirements
Collaborate with engineers to refine, troubleshoot, and improve processes while maintaining or enhancing product quality and yield
Assist in data collection and analysis of throughput, quality, and repeatability of manufacturing processes
Implement process improvements to the production line
Create and maintain process documentation and equipment documentation including daily process logs and equipment logs
Keep a clean, organized, and thoroughly maintained workspace

Desired Qualifications

Associate or bachelor's degree in an engineering, math or science discipline
Experience in a cleanroom environment working with processes where precision is critical
Experience with design software such as CAD
Solid understanding of basic physics and engineering fundamentals
Demonstrated ability to interpret, distill, and disseminate relevant technical information
Demonstrated ability to visually detect defects in a fast paced environment, and report them when necessary

Company Description:

We are creating the future of brain-computer interfaces: building devices now that have the potential to help people with paralysis regain mobility and independence and invent new technologies that could expand our abilities, our community, and our world.

Team Description:

The Microfabrication Team within Brain Interfaces designs, manufactures and verifies the thin-film microelectrode array that records and relays neural signals to the body of the implant. The team operates at an in-house cleanroom facility in Fremont. As a Microfabrication Technician at Neuralink, you will be responsible for production of our microelectrode arrays, collaborate with engineers to maintain equipment and processes within specification, and work to improve array quality and throughput. As such, you will be instrumental in ramping production and accelerating Neuralink’s progress.

Job Responsibilities:

Operate equipment such as reactive ion etcher, e-beam evaporator, sputter physical vapor deposition system, plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition, photoresist spin coater, mask aligner, and wet sink
Troubleshoot and maintain equipment calibration and performance
Ensure product quality and conformance to design requirements
Collaborate with engineers to refine, troubleshoot, and improve processes while maintaining or enhancing product quality and yield.
Assist in data collection and analysis of throughput, quality, and repeatability of manufacturing processes
Implement process improvements to the production line
Create and maintain process documentation and equipment documentation including daily process logs and equipment logs
Keep a clean, organized, and thoroughly maintained workspace

Key Qualifications:

Resourceful, flexible, and adaptable; no task is too big or too small
Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong self-discipline
2+ years of hands-on experience
Ability to work in a medical device regulatory environment
Ability to thrive in a dynamic and constantly changing environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate or bachelor’s degree in an engineering, math or science discipline
Experience in a cleanroom environment working with processes where precision is critical
Experience with design software such as CAD
Solid understanding of basic physics and engineering fundamentals
Demonstrated ability to interpret, distill, and disseminate relevant technical information
Demonstrated ability to visually detect defects in a fast paced environment, and report them when necessary

Pay Transparency:

Based on California law, the following details are for California individuals only:

California base salary range:

$67,500—$75,000 USD

For full-time employees, your compensation package will include two major components: salary and equity. Guidance on salary for this role will be determined according to the level you enter the organization (with the ability to gain more through time as you contribute).

Full-Time Employees are eligible for equity and benefits listed below in addition.

What we offer:

An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields.
Growth potential. We rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact.
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan; parental leave.
Flexible time off + paid holidays.
Equity + 401(k) plan.
Commuter Benefits.
Meals provided.

Multiple studies have found that a higher percentage of women and BIPOC candidates won’t apply if they don’t meet every listed qualification. Neuralink values candidates of all backgrounds. If you find yourself excited by our mission but you don’t check every box in the description, we encourage you to apply anyway!

Neuralink provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, training and social, and recreational programs. All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis.