Mechanical Engineer, Implant
Core
Design and production of hardware solutions for brain-computer interface implants, including microfabricated electrodes, wireless chargers, and manufacturing systems.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (medical device/implant)
Builds
Implantable electromechanical medical devices, manufacturing lines, and test infrastructure
Domain
Biomedical engineering / Neurotechnology / Medical device manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Mechanical engineering first principles, DFX, conventional machining, rapid prototyping, precision design, CAD (SolidWorks), vendor management, test plan development, regulatory compliance (GxP, 21 CFR)
Preferred skills
Implantable electromechanical device design, ISO 13485/10993 knowledge, low-to-mid-volume production scaling
Technologies
SolidWorks, CAD, electro-mechanical test systems, data acquisition systems
Responsibilities
Explore early device architectures and downselect designs; scope projects to hit aggressive schedules; perform market research and gather user feedback; design 3D CAD/2D drawings with DFX focus; develop test plans and electro-mechanical test systems; identify manufacturing rate limiters; design tooling and equipment for full-volume production; source and pitch major equipment purchases; implement compliance with federal regulations; write design and manufacturing documentation
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC