Research Engineer II / Senior Research Engineer
On-siteSomerville, Massachusetts, United States
Somerville, Massachusetts, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeStartup
Full TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeStartup
Job Summary
Design and fabricate functional fibers and tooling for evFiber and IO fiber projects, incorporating CAD design, 3D printing, and Arduino-controlled automation. Lead process improvements for fiber connectorization by developing jigs, PCBs, and standardized documentation to support manufacturing transfer. Characterize fiber mechanical properties through tensile testing, bend force measurement, and FEA modeling, while analyzing solvent compatibility and thermal behavior. Support manufacturing technicians with process optimization and training to ensure reliable, scalable production of implantable neural interfaces.
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline
- 4+ years of experience working as an engineer on physical products
- Demonstrated experience designing and building jigs and electromechanical devices (Arduino control or similar)
- Demonstrated 3D design, CAD, and 3D printing experience
- Experience with mechanical characterization, modeling, and simulation: tensile, bend, and pull force measurement, and finite element analysis (FEA)
- Solid grasp of mechanical engineering, mechatronics, and materials science concepts
- Independent, self-directed problem solver comfortable taking the lead on projects, with excellent attention to detail and quality
- On-site in Somerville, MA
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in materials characterization techniques (FTIR, SEM, TGA)
- Experience with machining, including mill and lathe
- Experience with PCB design and soldering of small components
- Excellent fine motor skills and demonstrated ability to work under a microscope on fine components with tweezers
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