Description

Job Purpose

Biolinq is seeking a highly motivated, energetic leader that is an expert in semiconductor process technology with a drive to deliver results in a fast-paced innovative space. The candidate will join a close-knit and dynamic innovation team and will be responsible for the design, synthesis, and assessment of advanced semiconductor architectures supporting the Company’s core business. The candidate will also work alongside suppliers to translate promising designs to high-yield volume manufacturing. Location will be Biolinq’s corporate headquarters in San Diego.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Hiring and leading a small team of engineers focused on the development of advanced microneedle architectures
• Overseeing internal and external prototyping of microneedles for clinical applications using both novel and established processing techniques
• Establishing relationships and working with foundry partners to refine processes to address cost and scalability requirements
• Optimizing manufacturing pilot runs for maximal yield, minimal variation and ensuring timely delivery of parts
• Translating new microneedle concepts to pilot and volume manufacturing while minimizing process variation
• Implementing process control measures and defining protocols required to conform to established quality standards
• Leading the relationships with microelectronic assembly / packaging firms 
• Developing specifications & test methods to experimentally validate designs in a statistically significant manner
• Identification and implementation of automated inspection methods for compliance assessment purposes
• Implementing various statistical and sampling methods aimed at understanding and quantifying process variability
• High level of involvement with potential to lead/co-lead ASIC development
• Defining specifications, generating documentation, and establishing traceability measures based on regulatory requirements established by FDA, ISO, and various notified bodies

Requirements

Qualifications

• MS or PhD (preferred) Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or equivalent field
• 15 years’ experience in process engineering as it pertains to semiconductor and MEMS manufacturing
• Strong familiarity with MEMS processing tools 
• Demonstrated success in translating designs to viable MEMS devices used in relevant operating environments
• Familiarity with design for manufacturing and cost/performance tradeoffs as applied to semiconductor fabrication
• Familiarity with electrochemistry and electrochemical biosensors is a major plus
• Ability to interface across scientific and engineering teams and work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate ideas clearly
• Highly methodical and detail-oriented
• Willingness to take the lead on the interaction with Biolinq’s foundry partners and translating design requirements established by the R&D team to viable manufacturing processes that are scalable, highly uniform, and cost-effective
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with ability to establish strong working relations with technical teams within the organization
• Professional presence and demeanor coupled with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Independent, self-motivated individual who holds the highest ethical standards coupled with the ability to work cross-functionally in a team environment and independently with minimal guidance

Working Conditions

Commensurate with general office and laboratory activities. 

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers; manipulate office equipment, including a personal computer; handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, see, talk or hear in a standard office and/or manufacturing environment. Employee may occasionally lift/or move up to 50 pounds.

BENEFITS

Medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account, life and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) plan, holidays, and unlimited PTO.

At Biolinq we fully subscribe to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. In accordance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable federal, state and/or local laws, it is our policy to provide reasonable accommodation upon request during the application process to applicants in order that they may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we intend to comply fully with applicable federal, state and/or local employment laws and the information requested on this application will only be used for purposes consistent with those laws. To the extent required by applicable law, The Company maintains a smoke- free workplace.

As part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Biolinq supports pay transparency internally and during the recruitment process. The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this role is: $180,000 to $220,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. Actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors that are unique to each candidate including, but not limited to: skill set, depth of experience, education, certifications, and specific work location. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the job across the U.S. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans. Biolinq also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave), medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and any written agreement between the parties. Your recruiter can share more about the total compensation package during the hiring process.

Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Biolinq Talent Acquisition at Careers@biolinq.com