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Neuralink

Microfabrication Engineer (R&D)

Fremont, CA · On-site

The Microfabrication Engineer at Neuralink will be responsible for the development of micro ... Comfortable working closely with hazardous substances and sensitive electronic devices in research ...

Leidos

$78K - $103K/yr

... other engineering methods to prevent pollution; develop solutions to existing environmental ... hazardous substances in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA ...

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

$95K/yr

You will serve as a ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER in the OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENT ... Used Oil, Hazardous Substances/Spill Response, Industrial Wastewater, Clean Air, Hazardous ...

US Department of the Navy

$95K/yr

You will serve as a ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER in the OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENT ... Used Oil, Hazardous Substances/Spill Response, Industrial Wastewater, Clean Air, Hazardous ...

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What is a hazardous substances engineer?

Hazardous Substances Engineers are professionals who specialize in managing, controlling, and mitigating the impact of hazardous materials and chemicals in various environments. They are responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations, designing systems for the safe storage, handling, and disposal of dangerous substances, and assessing risks associated with hazardous materials. Their work helps protect people, property, and the environment from the potential dangers posed by toxic or hazardous substances.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a hazardous substances engineer?

To thrive as a Hazardous Substances Engineer, you need a solid background in chemical engineering, environmental science, or a related field, often with relevant certifications such as Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM). Familiarity with hazardous materials handling protocols, regulatory compliance systems like OSHA and EPA standards, and environmental modeling software is essential. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication help you navigate complex safety challenges and collaborate with diverse teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring regulatory compliance, minimizing environmental risks, and protecting public health and safety.

What challenges do hazardous substances engineers face when ensuring workplace safety, and how are they addressed?

One of the primary challenges faced by Hazardous Substances Engineers is identifying and managing the risks associated with handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials. This often involves staying up-to-date with changing regulations, conducting thorough risk assessments, and developing detailed safety protocols. Collaboration with safety officers, industrial hygienists, and environmental specialists is essential to create and implement effective control measures. Regular training sessions and audits are also critical to ensure all staff adhere to established procedures, minimizing the risk of incidents and regulatory violations.

What is the difference between Hazardous Substances Engineer vs Environmental Engineer?

AspectHazardous Substances EngineerEnvironmental Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, safety certificationsEngineering degree, environmental certifications
Work EnvironmentIndustrial sites, chemical plantsResearch labs, environmental agencies
Industry UsageHazardous material management, safety compliancePollution control, sustainability projects

Hazardous Substances Engineers focus on managing and controlling hazardous materials in industrial settings, ensuring safety and compliance. Environmental Engineers work on broader environmental protection and pollution mitigation. While both roles require engineering credentials and often overlap in safety and environmental regulations, their primary focus areas differ.

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Microfabrication Engineer (R&D)

Neuralink

Fremont, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Team Description:

The Microfabrication Team, a division of the Brain Interfaces Hardware Department, designs, manufactures, and verifies the thin-film microelectrode array that records and relays neural signals to the body of the implant. The team operates at an in-house cleanroom facility in Fremont, with operations expanding to Austin in the near future. 

Job Description and Responsibilities:

The Microfabrication Engineer at Neuralink will be responsible for the development of micro-fabricated medical devices including thin-film microelectrode arrays used in preclinical and clinical studies within Neuralink. This includes developing process modules to push design and fabrication limits; performing metrology to monitor, test, and characterize in-process progress; and providing detailed documentation of process steps, changes, and measurements.

  • Design and physically realize next-generation thin-film microelectrode arrays.
  • Develop and deploy advanced process integration schemes for thin-film fabrication within production environments.
  • Execute benchtop experiments to characterize the relationship between fabrication parameters, design, and product performance (e.g., impedance and longevity).
  • Utilize statistical analysis on experimental data to drive data-informed product improvement decisions.
  • Sponsor in vivo studies to validate the physiological performance of novel designs and processes.
  • Author comprehensive SOPs and technical documentation to standardize process activities across the team.
  • Provide technical training and mentorship to team members on specialized study activities.
  • Manage data collection and retention strategies to ensure high-quality reporting and documentation at study completion.
  • Contribute to the completion of study reports.
  • Work with external vendors to align product requirements and communicate technical specifications.

Required Qualifications:

  • Evidence of exceptional ability in an engineering or physical science field
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or physical science  
  • 3+ years of academic or industry experience working with microfabrication technology
  • Experience in experimental design, data collection and analysis, and scientific communication
  • Comfortable working closely with hazardous substances and sensitive electronic devices in research and production environments
  • Experience with analytic and microfabrication process equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters or PhD in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, physics, or other related fields
  • Experience with microfabricated device layout design 
  • Experience with  working in high-volume production environments

Additional Requirements and Competencies:

  • Ability to travel to/from and work in Fremont or Austin

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