Quality Engineering Technician
Neuralink
Company Description:
We are creating the future of brain-computer interfaces: building devices now that have the potential to help people with paralysis regain mobility and independence and invent new technologies that could expand our abilities, our community, and our world.
Team Description:
Join our innovative Quality Engineering team, a dynamic collective of experts dedicated to maintaining the precision and efficacy of high-tech equipment in preclinical and manufacturing domains. Engage with the latest in biomedical devices, industrial instrumentation, and cutting-edge technologies like lasers and RF systems. As pioneers who've crafted a robust equipment program from scratch, we champion creative problem-solving and strive to set industry benchmarks. Immerse yourself in a mission-critical role that propels safety and regulatory compliance to new heights, and become part of a collaborative force driving the future of biomedical quality.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
Neuralink is seeking a Quality Engineering Technician with a strong knowledge of applied metrology. This technician will calibrate and perform preventative maintenance on equipment in the quality program. In addition, they will troubleshoot and repair instruments and systems. This role requires participation in cross-functional teams and some travel.
- Calibrate and perform preventive maintenance on any instrument or device in the equipment quality program with little to no supervision
- Provide the technical expertise for assisting management in developing work procedures and protocols
- Assist in the design, fabrication, check-out, start-up, and acceptance of new or modified equipment
- Determine and requisition parts required for maintenance repairs
- Adhere to cGxP guidelines, SOPs, and safety rules/regulations
- Assist management with determining work schedules, job estimates, and project costs
- Work closely with customers in regards to continuous improvement activities, solving problems, and improving overall product quality
- Explain calibration issues and processes to customers and management when needed
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to comprehend and apply manuals and schematics for maintenance and troubleshooting
- Proficiency in using hand tools, physical/dimensional test instruments, and electronic test instruments
- Able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal skills: ability to work with colleagues and cross-functional teams in a professional and organized manner
- Competence in operating computing hardware and standard software
- Highly experienced in at least one metrology discipline or has an advanced understanding of multiple disciplines
- Minimum of 4 years in related industrial instrumentation/calibration experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Willingness to assist with other Quality Engineering activities such as facilities, equipment, and facilities validation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in PMEL, TMDE, Metrology, Calibration, Instrumentation, Validation, or Biomedical Equipment
- Associates Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or military training in calibration
- Experience in a FDA GxP environment
Pay Transparency:
Based on California law, the following details are for California individuals only:
California Hourly Rate Range:
$25-$57/hr USD
What We Offer:
- An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
- Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
- Paid holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Meals provided
- Equity + 401(k) plan *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
- Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
- Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
Multiple studies have found that a higher percentage of women and BIPOC candidates won't apply if they don't meet every listed qualification. Neuralink values candidates of all backgrounds. If you find yourself excited by our mission but you don't check every box in the description, we encourage you to apply anyway!
Neuralink provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, training and social, and recreational programs. All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis.
If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations are modifications or adjustments to the application or hiring process that would enable you to fully participate in those processes. Examples of reasonable accommodations include but are not limited to:
- Documents in alternate formats or read aloud to you
- Having interviews in an accessible location
- Being accompanied by a service dog
- Having a sign language interpreter present for the interview
