Lab Manager

Echo; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Comprehensive benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Echo Neurotechnologies is seeking an experienced Lab Manager to oversee hardware development lab spaces, safety programs, and regulatory compliance. You will coordinate lab setup, calibration, and routine maintenance while managing inventory, vendor relationships, and safety training.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering support, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to quality systems in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading lab operations and facilities for a medical device or biotech setting.
• Understanding of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) and California FDB requirements.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and setup of new lab spaces, coordinating electrical, HVAC, and plumbing for medical testing.
• Maintain calibration schedules and ensure equipment meets quality standards.
• Oversee lab operations, facilities, inventory, and vendor coordination.
• Serve as liaison with local authorities for permits and compliance.

Skills

Lab Management

Facilities Management

Hands-on engineering

Blueprint reading

Quality systems

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Company Overview

Echo Neurotechnologies is an exciting new startup in the Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) space, driving innovation through advanced hardware engineering and AI solutions. Our mission is to deliver cutting-edge technologies that restore autonomy to people living with disabilities and improve their quality of life.

Team Culture

Join a small, dedicated team of knowledgeable and motivated professionals. Our early-stage environment offers the opportunity to take ownership of broad decisions with significant and long-lasting impact. We emphasize continuous learning and growth, fostering cross-functional collaboration where your contributions are vital to our success.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Lab Manager to serve as the backbone of our hardware development environment. You will wear many hats, including help set up lab spaces, navigating EHS compliance, working across prototyping and quality teams. This is a high-impact role perfect for someone who thrives on organization, safety, and the "hands-on" nature of hardware engineering.

Primary Role and Responsibilities:

• Facilities and lab operations

• Lead the design and setup of new lab spaces, coordinate with contractors for electrical, HVAC, and plumbing requirements specific to medical device testing

• Act as the primary liaison with local authorities to secure necessary building, environmental, and operational permits.

• Oversee general office and lab facility needs

• Equipment and inventory management

• Coordinate the installation, routine maintenance, and emergency repair of specialized lab equipment

• Maintain a rigorous calibration schedule to ensure all R&D and manufacturing equipment meets quality standards

• Develop, coordinate training to, and enforce safety protocols, including chemical hygiene plans, hazardous waste disposal, and PPE requirements

• Engineering support: Maintain organized records of equipment manuals, safety data sheets (SDS), and maintenance logs

• Shipping & Receiving: Coordinate shipping/receiving; inspect and store new packages

• Keep stockrooms, cabinets, and common equipment areas clearly labeled and organized
  
  Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field

• 5+ years in Lab Management or Facilities Management, preferably within the medical device, biotech, or similar industry.

• Inclination toward hands-on engineering activities

• Ability to read floor plans/blueprints and a basic understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.

• Experience working within a quality system
  
  Other Qualifications:

• Experience with California FDB

• Strong collaboration mindset

• Superior written and verbal communication skill

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work on exciting, cutting-edge projects to transform patients’ lives in a highly collaborative work environment.

• Competitive compensation, including stock options.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• 401(k) program with matching contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Echo Neurotechnologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Confidentiality

All applications will be treated confidentially. Applicants may be asked to sign an NDA after the initial stages of the interview process.