Mechanical Design Engineer

Neuralink•Austin, TX

About The Position

Neuralink is developing devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. The EPC Team designs and builds the physical infrastructure needed to scale the company. The Mechanical Design Engineer will help design, plan, and construct Neuralink campuses and facilities, working on multidisciplinary projects and contributing to the company’s mission. The engineer gathers input from internal teams and translates it into accurate, intelligible, code-compliant plan sets for construction by Neuralink’s in-house team. When design challenges arise, the engineer identifies roadblocks, develops potential solutions, brings stakeholders together, and presents solutions that meet project schedules and remain maintainable after construction. The role includes leading mechanical designs; creating designs, drafts, and 3D models for a range of facility types; coordinating with internal engineering, architecture, and construction teams; supporting permitting and construction administration; and participating in site selection, procurement, and construction reviews. The position may involve office, laboratory, clean room, manufacturing, warehouse, data center, vivarium, health care, and animal care projects.

Requirements

Hold a PE license in California and Texas, or be able to obtain licensure within 6 months.
Have an outgoing and highly organized mindset.
Be able to perform at a high level consistently.
Desire to work on multidisciplinary projects.
Be excited about Neuralink’s mission.

Nice To Haves

Experience in process gas design, fire protection design, or wastewater design.
Experience commissioning and starting up mechanical equipment.
Experience managing external consultants and contractors through full scopes.
Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit, Twinmotion, Enscape, and Bluebeam.
Experience in all phases of schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.
Strong desire to be part of a world-class team focused on achieving amazing results.

Responsibilities

Present concepts, designs, project schedules, and budgets to company leadership.
Lead mechanical designs.
Perform design, drafting, and 3D modeling using AutoCAD and/or Revit for a variety of project types, including office, laboratory, clean room, manufacturing, warehouse, data center, vivarium, health care, and animal care facilities.
Participate in regular BIM coordination meetings, review clash detections, and suggest design improvements without affecting project timelines.
Coordinate with in-house MEP engineering and architectural staff to provide fully coordinated, code-compliant designs suitable for permitting.
Coordinate with the in-house construction operations team and relevant stakeholders to evaluate and research site selections for future projects.
Compile Issue For Construction sets with Construction Operations.
Review submittals in a timely manner.
Review and respond to RFIs in a timely manner.
Interface with the construction team for constructability reviews.
Draft RFPs, prepare bid packages, and evaluate bids.
Participate in pre-bid meetings, bid reviews, and bid negotiations.
Interface with construction trades and perform regular field walks to review installation progress and adherence to designs.
Identify design roadblocks, develop potential solutions, assemble stakeholders, and present solutions that meet schedules and are maintainable after construction.

Benefits

Equity compensation in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) for full-time employees.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan.
Paid holidays.
Commuter benefits.
Meals provided.
401(k) plan.
Parental leave.
Flexible time off.
Growth potential, including rapid advancement for team members who have an outsized impact.
Opportunity to work with experts from different fields.