Equipment Engineering Manager

Equipment Engineering Manager Job type: Full Time · Department: BioMEMS · Work type: On-Site · USD 1-2 / year Addison, Texas, United States ABOUT PRECISION NEUROSCIENCE Precision Neuroscience is building a next-generation brain–computer interface (BCI) to heal and empower millions of people living with neurological conditions. Our first product, Layer 7, is designed to help people with severe paralysis operate digital devices using only their thoughts—opening up new possibilities for daily life. Our team brings together experts in neurosurgery, AI and machine learning, microfabrication, electrical engineering, clinical science, and more. We combine deep technical rigor with a people-first mindset to turn breakthrough research into real-world medical solutions. As a Precision employee, you’ll join one of the fastest-moving and best-capitalized companies in the emerging field of brain–computer interfaces. Since our founding in 2021, we have raised more than $180 million, advanced our technology through validation, and initiated human trials with leading hospitals across the country. OUR VALUES We build for human impact , measuring progress by the lives our work can change. We do no harm , holding ourselves to the highest standards of safety, integrity, and responsibility. We innovate with urgency because the stakes are high and our users can’t wait. We bring sharp minds, open ears , pairing expertise with curiosity, humility, and respect. And we lead the way , taking ownership of our work and helping to shape the future of our field. We are seeking an Equipment Engineering Manager to lead our microfabrication facility through hands‑on technical leadership and team development. In this role you will have rare end‑to‑end ownership — from cleanroom diagnostics to budget and roadmap — in a small, high‑impact environment where your engineering decisions directly shape facility uptime. This position will be based in our Addison, TX office. We are unable to consider remote workers or individuals who are not currently based in the US and are not legally authorized to work in the US. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Team Leadership & Development Directly manage and develop a team of equipment technicians and engineers, including hiring, onboarding, performance management, and career growth conversations Build a deliberate training program so technicians can handle increasingly complex repairs independently over time Mentor team members through difficult troubleshooting situations — teaching structured, logical diagnostic approaches rather than just providing answers Foster a culture of ownership, documentation discipline, and continuous improvement within the equipment team Equipment Reliability Program Ownership Own the facility’s equipment reliability program end‑to‑end: PM schedules, failure tracking, spare parts strategy, MTBF/MTTR targets, and continuous improvement initiatives Define and enforce PM procedures across all cleanroom tools; review and refine them quarterly based on failure data and team observations Develop and maintain a criticality ranking for all assets; build mitigation plans for high‑risk tools including redundancy, spare part buffers, and contingency protocols Systematically reduce reliance on external field service engineers by building internal expertise and documenting all tool knowledge Hands‑On Technical Leadership Lead root cause analysis on the most complex or recurring equipment failures, personally, not just in an oversight capacity Read and interpret complex schematics (PID, electrical, hydraulic) to support your team’s diagnostic work and fill gaps when needed Make independent engineering decisions on equipment upgrades, retrofits, part qualifications, and configuration changes Interface with equipment vendors at a technical and commercial level: negotiate support contracts, evaluate service quality, and challenge FSE recommendations when appropriate Lead physical installation and qualification of new equipment; own the acceptance protocol and ensure proper documentation Cross‑Functional Partnership Serve as the primary equipment engineering point of contact for Process Engineering, Production, and Quality teams Communicate equipment status, risks, and program updates proactively — especially during tool down situations or planned maintenance windows that affect production Collaborate with Process Engineering when equipment behavior affects process output; ensure EE and PE jointly own excursion investigations Strategy & Budget Own the equipment maintenance and spare parts budget; develop annual forecasts and present spend justifications to facility leadership Drive capital planning for equipment upgrades, replacements, and new tool installations Build a 1–3 year roadmap for equipment reliability improvement; track and report progress against defined metrics SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE 7+ years of hands‑on experience in semiconductor or microfabrication equipment, with 2–3 years in a leadership or senior engineering role Technical depth in at least two of: vacuum systems, RF generators and matching networks, wet chemical systems, PLC‑controlled tools, or photolithography equipment Experience owning an equipment reliability program — PM strategy, spare parts management, CMMS, and uptime metrics (MTBF/MTTR) Proficiency in reading complex technical drawings (PID, hydraulic, electrical) and PLC troubleshooting Proven track record of managing and developing a technical team Experience building internal repair capability to reduce reliance on external field service engineers Familiarity with cleanroom environments and contamination control principles BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering (MS preferred) Diverse workforces create the best culture, company, and products. We at Precision are committed to an inclusive culture that celebrates the uniqueness and contributions of everyone. As an equal opportunity employer, Precision does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The actual base salary offered is determined by a number of variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of residence and/or place of employment. Precision Neuroscience does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies, staffing firms, or third‑party recruiters. Any resumes submitted without a prior written agreement and an authorized job order will be considered the property of Precision Neuroscience, and no fee will be owed in the event a candidate is hired. All qualified candidates should apply directly through our careers page. For roles based in Massachusetts, it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. We prioritize candidate security. Please be aware that job offers will only come from emails ending with @ precisionneuro.io #J-18808-Ljbffr