Founding Mechanical Engineer: Medical Device

As our founding Mechanical Engineer, you will own hardware development from the ground up. Your first 6 months are focused on one thing: building the research tooling, implantation instruments, and chronic implant fixtures that make our in vivo experiments possible. No blueprint to follow, no proven design to copy. Academic literature exists, but translating it into something that actually works in your hands is on you. There is no senior ME on the team. Build your own advisor network. We will support you in finding the right people, but the initiative is on you. The challenge is that what you build for research is not throwaway. Every tool you design must be built with productization in mind, because the path from rodent research to human-grade device starts with the decisions you make today. As the company grows, you will lead that entire journey.

• Design and build implantation tools and surgical fixtures for chronic neural implantation in rodents and large animal
• Develop research tools, jigs, and experimental setups for small animal in vivo studies using 3D printing and rapid prototyping
• Iterate fast from CAD to working prototype, supporting ongoing neuroscience experiments
• Develop hermetic enclosures and packaging solutions for chronic implantable electronics
• Collaborate with electrical and software engineers to deliver integrated neural recording systems
• As the company matures, lead mechanical design for human-grade devices including surgical robot integration and FDA design controls

• MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Robotics, or related field (exceptional BS candidates considered)
• Hands-on hardware building experience, including graduate research; 3 years preferred but not required if you can show the work
• Proven ability to move fast with limited resources — from CAD to working prototype in days
• Strong CAD expertise (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or equivalent) with a portfolio demonstrating hands-on builds
• Familiarity with rapid prototyping techniques (3D printing, CNC, laser cutting)

• Experience with neural implants, surgical tools, or in vivo research setups
• Experience with hermetic sealing and encapsulation of implantable electronics
• Experience working with biological tissue or tissue phantoms (agar, alginate, etc.)
• Surgical robotics experience: end effectors, head fixation, or stereotaxic alignment tools
• Background in designing housings for wireless communication and charging
• Knowledge of FDA design controls and medical device development processes