Optical Engineer - Surgical Robotics Imaging + Equity

Roboticsconnected; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 86,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Equity (RSUs)

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Meals provided

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Flexible time off

Job summary

Neuralink seeks an Optical Engineer to develop custom optics and imaging systems used in our surgical robot and related manufacturing equipment. You will work closely with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, as well as neuroscientists, from concept through implementation.

You will prototype quickly and iterate on designs with the team. Responsibilities include designing imaging systems, verifying robot vision, developing laser interferometry and beam-scanning tools, and authoring

Qualifications

• Evidence of exceptional ability in optical engineering or a related field.
• BS or higher in Physics, Optical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of optical engineering experience.
• 2+ years designing optics in Zemax or equivalent software.
• Experience designing, testing, and reliability hardening optical systems.
• Proficiency with Google Docs, Drive, and Gmail.

Responsibilities

• Designing and simulating optical imaging systems.
• Testing, verification, and maintenance of robot vision systems.
• Designing and developing laser interferometry systems and manufacturing systems.
• Testing and verification of optics consumables.
• Building and testing beam-scanning instruments.
• Developing image acquisition and processing software.
• Researching new imaging technologies for robotic surgeries.
• Preparing documentation and SOPs for robot optics.

Skills

Optical engineering expertise

3+ years experience

Zemax design & simulation

Image processing software

Google Docs/Drive/Gmail proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science or higher in Physics / Optical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Zemax

Optical testing hardware

Job description

Neuralink seeks an Optical Engineer to develop custom optics and imaging systems used in our surgical robot and related manufacturing equipment. You will work closely with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, as well as neuroscientists, from concept through implementation.

You will prototype quickly and iterate on designs with the team. Responsibilities include designing imaging systems, verifying robot vision, developing laser interferometry and beam-scanning tools, and authoring