Mechanical Engineer Intern, Materials at Neuralink

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About Neuralink:</strong></p> <p>We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.</p></div><p><strong>Team Description:</strong></p> <p>Join the Materials Engineering Team at Neuralink and be part of an elite and diverse team of materials engineers, chemists, and device engineers working on high-performance, biocompatible materials for the next-generation of brain-computer interfaces. We are looking for a materials/mechanical engineer capable of both building realistic mechanical models of material behaviors and performing&nbsp; materials&nbsp; testing&nbsp; with in-house instrumentation. You will be an integral member of a small, fast-moving team with the opportunity to work closely with mechanical engineers and microfabrication experts on system integration and packaging solutions.</p> <p><strong>Job Description and Responsibilities:</strong></p> <p>The Materials Intern will be contributing to the development of high-density, reliable neural interfaces that are at the ground level of brain-computer-interfaces. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a multi-disciplinary team in an environment where you will have direct impact on the next-gen product. The job responsibilities will include:</p> <ul> <li>Build, refine, and use Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models to predict mechanical response, model material behavior under stress, and support material optimization.</li> <li>Use computational models to identify design weaknesses, optimize material selection and geometry, and reduce the need for physical prototyping.</li> <li>Evaluate and test the mechanical properties of implant materials under various adverse conditions to determine their performance and longevity.</li> <li>Operate high-precision testing instruments, including dynamic mechanical analyzers (DMA) and mechanical oscillators</li> <li>Assemble, calibrate, and operate components for Accelerated Lifetime Testing (ALT) systems.</li> <li>Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design custom fixtures and develop high-throughput testing equipment, incorporating accelerated aging and mechanical fatigue testing.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required Qualifications:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, fabrication, or building and calibrating test equipment.</li> <li>Experience with mechanical design (Solidworks or similar CAD software, etc).</li> <li>Familiarity with the scientific principles of&nbsp; Finite Element Analysis (FEA) involved in analyzing mechanical tests.</li> <li>Experience with the standard mechanical testing equipment (tensile tester, DMA, etc), user interfaces and familiarity with associated test standards (ASTM, etc).</li> <li>2+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical testing.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Direct experience with FEA software (e.g., COMSOL, Abaqus, ANSYS) to model mechanical behavior.</li> <li>Experience with DMA, TMA, and/or other mechanical-related testing equipment.</li> <li>Experience calibrating and troubleshooting lab instrumentation for mechanical, electrochemical analysis.</li> <li>Experience with instrument operational software in addition to hardware for mechanical testing equipment.</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong><strong data-stringify-type="bold">Pay Transparency:</strong></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Based on California law, the following details are for California individuals only:</span><br><br><strong><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">California Hourly Rate:&nbsp;</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">$35/hr USD</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><div> <p><strong>What We Offer:</strong></p> <p>Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.</p> <ul> <li>An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields</li> <li>Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact</li> <li>Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan</li> <li>Paid holidays</li> <li>Commuter benefits</li> <li>Meals provided</li> <li>Equity (RSUs) <em>*Temporary Employees &amp; Interns excluded</em></li> <li>401(k) plan <em>*Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours</em></li> <li>Parental leave <em>*Temporary Employees &amp; Interns excluded</em></li> <li>Flexible time off <em>*Temporary Employees &amp; Interns excluded</em></li> </ul> </div></div>