EPC Engineer

Neuralink•Austin, TX

About The Position

We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world. Designing and building facilities and infrastructure is key to enabling Neuralink to scale. The EPC team is responsible for all aspects of engineering, procurement, and construction ranging from greenfield site developments to tenant improvements of our existing facilities. We regularly interface with cross-functional teams to identify their short- and long-term needs, plan, and deliver purpose-built spaces.This position requires an outgoing and highly organized mindset, an ability to perform at a high level on a consistent basis, a desire to work on multi-disciplinary projects, and an excitement to work at Neuralink!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, architectural or similar engineering discipline
3+ years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Experience in site civil design including grading, roadway, pavements, utilities, stormwater management plans (flood control and stormwater quality), erosion and sediment control plans, project sites with multi-users and modes of transportation, and industrial construction and operations
Experience commissioning and startup of Mechanical and Electrical Equipment
Has passed the FE exam or has the ability to pass it within 6 months of starting
Experience with structural engineering, deep and shallow foundation designs, steel, concrete, and other building materials is preferred
Experience managing external consultants and contractors through full scopes

Responsibilities

Leads: Inspections and quality control during construction
Contractor scheduling to ensure projects meet deadlines
Responding to or sourcing responses for RFIs related to constructability or deviations from construction drawings or manufacturer specifications
Negotiating and managing contracts with vendors, contractors, consultants, and other third parties as needed
Preparing purchase orders while following appropriate pricing and scope evaluations
Reviewing and approving invoices for contractors and materials Neuralink sources
Is a contributor to: Attending regular meetings between trades on site, and between contractors and the internal EPC team, in order to address technical construction questions
Collaborating with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to deliver constructable plansets
Vetting and selecting contractors
Understanding and implementing the processes of end users to ensure that their design intent is met in new construction or tenant improvements
Generates: Construction review meetings and reports with internal stakeholders at major milestones during construction
Quality control reviews and reports to document the quality of constructed items
RFIs and Submittals for the design team to review and approve during construction projects