Senior Electrode R&D Engineer

About the Role The Senior Electrode R&D Engineer – BCI will enable the BCI Electrode team in the design, fabrication, and process characterization and optimization of different neural electrode products. They will also support and lead different R&D and other funded projects in executing project milestones, as well as facilitate electrode manufacturing by improving yield. What You'll Do Work as a microfabrication engineer in various R&D and other funded projects Train engineers, technicians, and troubleshoot and problem‑solve engineering and production issues Perform installation qualification, operation qualification, and performance qualification to ensure the proper installation, operation, and performance of equipment and systems as intended Work on the project milestones, design phase, and project deliverables Work on preliminary proof‑of‑concept ideas and execute experiments to generate feasibility results Work with the team in grant submission when required Develop test protocols and reports Write technical reports and specifications for processes Transfer R&D project to manufacturing Coordinate efforts between teams of engineers Coordinate efforts between the company and consultants or vendors Perform other assignments as required by management Qualifications Master of Science degree in Chemical Engineering or related field required At least 3 years of experience in a microfabrication‑based research and development environment Preferred Qualifications Background in semiconductor processing, and micro‑fabrication processes and equipment required Hands‑on experience in the fabrication and characterization of Diodes and Micro‑Electro‑MechanicalSystems (MEMS) required Experience with photolithography processes including thin film deposition techniques (for metal, dielectrics, and photoresist) Dry and wet etching techniques Metallization deposition techniques such as sputtering Characterization of microfabrication processes (SEM, profilometry, etc.) Process control and analysis Familiarity with operating in a cleanroom environment Knowledge of safety procedures Knowledge of electrochemistry Must have excellent engineering project management skills to lead teams for projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary groups of technology innovators and engineers Must be able to put project plans together, including deadlines, manpower, and budget Must be thorough and detail oriented Must have excellent reading, writing and communication skills in the English language Must have excellent editing skills Must be able to work independently with little supervision Must have excellent problem‑solving skills Must be able to handle stressful situations Must have excellent people skills Physical & Other Requirements Stooping: Bending downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist. Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Mobility: The person in this position needs to move between workstations and inside the clean room and office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Communicate: Frequently communicate with others. Sedentary Work: Exerting up to fifteen pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Fine Motor Control: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling #J-18808-Ljbffr