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Prototype Researcher

San Francisco, CA💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-11 → 2026-09-25

Core

You'll be the hands that turn our designs into working hardware — running the workshop, building the test rigs, and getting them commissioned and into service.

Role type

hands-on IC prototype researcher (hardware)

Builds

next-generation Direct-to-Chip platforms and testing/validation rigs

Domain

AI data center hardware / advanced materials / mechanical engineering

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

3D printing operation, CNC machine operation, CAD modeling, mechanical assembly, low voltage wiring, fluid systems knowledge, test instrumentation, supplier management

Preferred skills

fluid systems experience, test instrumentation experience

Technologies

3D printers, CNC machines, CAD software

Responsibilities

Run and maintain 3D printers, CNC machines and workshop tooling; Create and review CAD models to produce parts, jigs and test fixtures; Lead the mechanical build of upcoming Direct-to-Chip testing and validation rigs; Perform leak checks, function testing, fault-finding, and generic troubleshooting on rigs; Build control panels and instrumentation to schematic; Assemble mechanical sub-systems to specification and tolerance; Source and order rig components, managing suppliers and lead times

Seniority

Individual Contributor, hands-on execution

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