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Senior Mechanical Engineer

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Neuralink

Neuralink

201-500 employees

Develops brain-computer interfaces for medical use

Robotics & Automation
AI & Machine Learning
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$95k - $156kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior

Austin, TX, USA

Category
Design Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in science or engineering, or equivalent in experience and ability
  • 5+ years of mechanical engineering industry experience, including owning products from concept to production.
  • Strong understanding of engineering first principles
Responsibilities
  • design and produce hardware solutions for our brain-computer interface devices, including surgical robotics, automation, microfabrication, and more
  • own projects from concept to production
  • collaboration with neuroscientists, biologists, and engineers to determine design criteria and build systems quickly and effectively

Neuralink develops brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) that facilitate direct communication between the brain and external devices. Their main product, the N1 Implant, is a small, fully implantable device that allows users to control computers or mobile devices through their brain activity. The implant is powered by a wirelessly charged battery and uses custom low-power chips to process neural signals, which are then sent to the Neuralink Application for decoding into actionable commands. What sets Neuralink apart from competitors is its use of a surgical robot that precisely inserts ultra-thin threads into the brain, minimizing damage during the procedure. The company's goal is to restore autonomy to individuals with mobility issues or neurological disorders, while also appealing to those interested in enhancing cognitive abilities.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$679.7M

Headquarters

Fremont, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

33%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Neuralink's pioneering technology has the potential to restore autonomy to individuals with severe mobility issues, offering life-changing benefits.
  • The company's advancements in AI and brain-computer interfacing could position it as a leader in the emerging field of transhumanism.
  • Successful clinical trials and patient testimonials, like those of Noland Arbaugh, can significantly boost Neuralink's credibility and attract more investment.

What critics are saying

  • The complexity and invasiveness of the N1 Implant procedure could deter potential users and slow adoption rates.
  • Ethical concerns and regulatory hurdles surrounding brain implants could pose significant challenges to Neuralink's market entry and expansion.

What makes Neuralink unique

  • Neuralink's N1 Implant is a fully implantable, cosmetically invisible device, setting it apart from other BCIs that may be more cumbersome or visible.
  • The use of a surgical robot for precise implantation of ultra-thin threads minimizes brain damage, a significant advancement over traditional surgical methods.
  • Neuralink's focus on both medical applications and cognitive enhancement broadens its market reach beyond just medical patients.

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Benefits

An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the 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.