Mechanical Engineer

Science is a clinical stage, vertically integrated technology company focused on solving some of neuroscience’s hardest questions and most serious unmet medical needs. We work to restore quality of life to those with debilitating conditions for which there are no treatment options, creating devices aimed at restoring vision, cognition, and mobility to patients who have lost it. To support progress across our industry, we provide state-of-the-art components and vertically integrated infrastructure for others to build on via Science Foundry.

We are looking for a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the development of our devices and systems. The work includes designing and fabricating devices, robotic systems, tools and fixtures. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented self-starter who thinks outside the box, is comfortable with open-ended problems, and is able to pivot quickly. Work at Science is highly collaborative, cross functional, and encompasses the range from micro (we work in microns) to macro (some machines weigh hundreds of pounds).

Role & Responsibilities

• Design and build innovative automated fluidic systems, surgical tools, and biosensors
• Test and evaluate system performance in wet-lab and operating room settings
• Refine and iterate in a fast-paced, collaborative environment toward a final product
  
  

Key Qualifications

• Experience in a design-heavy mechanical engineering role
• Experience developing complex, automated fluidic systems
• Proficiency in CAD software (Solidworks preferred) and PDM
• Strong understanding of fundamental mechanical principles, materials, and design for manufacturing (DFM)
• Demonstrated ability to navigate complex, ambiguous design spaces to deliver highly function systems
• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with early start-ups and/or the medical device industry; Class III device experience is a plus
• Experience with optical sensing systems, including integration of optical sensors and development of custom optical components.
• Experience developing custom surgical tools
• Comfortable with basic machine shop and rapid prototyping tools
• Familiarity with biomaterials, ISO 10993, and/or surgical techniques and procedures
  
  

Salary/Pay Range

For individuals hired to work in California, Science is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. We determine your level based on your interview performance and make an offer based on geo-located salary bands.The base salary range for this full-time position is $110,000-$180,000 annually + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please keep in mind that the equity portion of the offer is not included in these numbers.

Benefits

At Science, our benefits are in place to support the whole you:

• Competitive salary and equity
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Flexible vacation and company-paid holidays
• Healthy meals and snacks provided for non-remote employees
• Paid parental, jury duty, bereavement, family care and medical leave
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, subsidized by Science
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k)
  
  

Science Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work.

We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities. Science will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

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