Microfabrication Engineer (R&D)
Role summary
Neuralink is seeking a Microfabrication Engineer for its Brain Interfaces Hardware Department. This role involves designing, manufacturing, and verifying thin-film microelectrode arrays for recording neural signals. Responsibilities include developing advanced fabrication processes, performing metrology, documenting procedures, and conducting experiments to characterize device performance. The engineer will also author SOPs, provide training, manage data, and collaborate with external vendors. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in an engineering or physical science field and 3+ years of experience with microfabrication technology, experimental design, and data analysis. Experience with advanced degrees in relevant fields and device layout design is preferred.
About Neuralink:
We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. 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 Microfabrication Team, a division of the Brain Interfaces Hardware Department, 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, with operations expanding to Austin in the near future.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
The Microfabrication Engineer at Neuralink will be responsible for the development of micro-fabricated medical devices including thin-film microelectrode arrays used in preclinical and clinical studies within Neuralink. This includes developing process modules to push design and fabrication limits; performing metrology to monitor, test, and characterize in-process progress; and providing detailed documentation of process steps, changes, and measurements.
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Expected 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.
What We Offer:
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.