Senior Mechanical Engineer

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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 Senior Mechanical Engineer to support development of our devices and accessory tools. Work includes designing and fabricating devices, robotic systems, tools and fixtures for biology, optics and microfabrication teams. 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).

• Design and build micro component based implantable systems
• Design and build compact optomechanical systems
• Design and build custom surgical or medical equipment
• Develop V&V Protocols and Fixtures

• 3 years minimum professional experience in a mechanical design role
• Strong understanding of fundamental mechanical principles
• Proficiency in CAD software (Solidworks preferred)
• Demonstrated fabrication skills – show us what you have built
• Experience with developing optomechanical systems, including precision mechanical design and optical manufacturing
• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing methods and design for manufacturing (DFM)
• Strong communication skills

• Class III medical device development experience
• CNC and Injection Molding experience (Directs hands‑on and/or 3rd party management)
• Microfabrication exposure
• Fluidics and/or microfluidics circuit design and fabrication
• Machine / Equipment design
• Microcontrollers & basic board layout
• Simulation and FEA (stress/strain, thermal, and/or flow)
• Experience working with surgical or biological requirements
• Polymer processing techniques

Science is required under California 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 the indicated salary band. The base salary range for this full‑time position is $135,000 – $195,000 annually + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by several 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.

• Competitive salary and equity
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• and company‑paid holidays
• Healthy meals and snacks provided for non‑remote employees
• Paid parental, jury duty, bereavement, family care and medical leave
• 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 laws.

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