Manufacturing Engineering Co-op Jan - June 2027

GIPathfinder; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Neptune Medical, a Silicon Valley medical device start-up in Burlingame, CA, seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op for January–June 2027. You will work on root-cause analysis, design improvements, and process optimization in a fast-paced, FDA-monitored environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and developing tooling and fixtures. On-site work and a competitive hourly base pay are offered.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or undergraduate in Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical/Biomechanical Engineering.
• Significant hands-on engineering experience.
• Desire to play an important role in a lean medical device start-up.
• Inventive with discipline and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Root cause analysis to investigate yield loss and nonconformances.
• Develop and implement solutions for product enhancements and cost reduction.
• Assist design and process improvements, validation activities, and qualifications.
• Author test methods, protocols, and detailed technical reports.
• Generate CAD drawings and update manufacturing process instructions.
• Contribute to GMP compliance and risk management in a regulated environment.

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Biomedical/Biomechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Manufacturing Engineering Co-op Jan - June 2027

ABOUT US: Neptune Medical is an innovative and ambitious venture capital‑funded Silicon Valley medical device start‑up creating next‑generation gastroenterology systems. We design, manufacture, and commercialize medical devices based on our proprietary Dynamic Rigidization™ technology that instantly toggles thin‑walled tubes between flexible and rigid states. Pathfinder ® is our first FDA‑cleared device and is used in diagnostic and therapeutic GI endoscopy procedures. We are conveniently located in Burlingame, CA near the Millbrae intermodal (BART/Caltrain) station.

We’re excited to have you join our team to grow our impact!

LOCATION: Burlingame, CA (On‑Site)

REPORTS TO: Manager, Operations and Engineering

POSITION TYPE: Non‑Exempt, Full‑time

WORK DURATION: January-June 2027 (6-month paid Co‑Op position)

DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a recent graduate or current undergraduate for a role as a Manufacturing Engineering Co‑Op. The ideal candidate would demonstrate the ability to meet and exceed the below requirements, would show a high level of individual responsibility, and would act with passion and intensity in a fast‑paced and collaborative medical device start‑up.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Root cause analysis to investigate yield loss and nonconformances
• Develop and implement innovative solutions for product enhancements, cost reduction, and scaling production
• Assist in the execution of design and process improvements, validation activities, and similar qualifications
• Author test methods, protocols, and detailed technical reports
• Perform analytical calculations.
• Author and update manufacturing process instructions (MPIs) to reduce risk and optimize production performance
• Leverage for prototyping and process improvements.
• Represent Manufacturing on cross‑functional teams, ensuring proper DFM
• Generate detailed CAD component and assembly drawings using SolidWorks
• Design, document, troubleshoot, and implement new and upgraded equipment/fixturing for Production
• Participate in supplier selection, qualification, and MRR (NCR) and CAPA efforts
• Emphasize quality and utilize a risk‑driven approach to ensure compliance to risk management policies and practices and ensure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Contribute to the overall intellectual property position of the Company
• Work effectively within the confines of a regulated, quality‑system driven, FDA‑monitored medical device environment.
• Work well both independently and as part of a fast‑moving, collaborative team
• Secondary roles and responsibilities:
• Assist with testing product on the bench, in tissue models, and in live animals.
• Develop test methods, protocols, and reports to evaluate components, systems, and processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent graduate or undergraduate majoring in Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical/Biomechanical Engineering. Related majors are acceptable with the appropriate skills and interest to meet the job requirements.
• Significant hands‑on engineering experience and aptitude is a must.
• A demonstrated desire to play an important role in a small, lean, medical device start‑up.
• Inventive and balanced with discipline and attention to detail.

Compensation

Compensation: The starting base pay for this role is between $31.25 - $38.46/hour. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, and benefits.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected class.