Senior Precision Hardware Engineer, End-to-End Instruments

jobr.pro; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Astera Neuro in Emeryville, California, is seeking a talented engineer to design and build precision hardware systems crucial for neuroscience experiments. As a key team member, you'll collaborate with scientists to develop custom instruments that interface with neural activity.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in high-precision hardware development and a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, or biomedical engineering. This principal-level role involves driving technical direction and mentoring team members as the hardware team grows.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-precision industries such as medical devices or aerospace.
• Ability to iterate designs and collaborate with scientists.
• Comfort with turning rough ideas into working instruments.

Responsibilities

• Design and build precision mechanical systems for experiments.
• Develop custom laboratory instrumentation and electronic control hardware.
• Mentor engineers and shape engineering culture.

Skills

Mechanical design

Electronics

Optics

Problem-solving

Prototyping

Education

Degree in mechanical, electrical, or biomedical engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM

3D printing

CNC machining

Job description

Astera Neuro in Emeryville, California, is seeking a talented engineer to design and build precision hardware systems crucial for neuroscience experiments. As a key team member, you'll collaborate with scientists to develop custom instruments that interface with neural activity.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in high-precision hardware development and a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, or biomedical engineering. This principal-level role involves driving technical direction and mentoring team members as the hardware team grows.