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Equipment & Automation Engineer
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17 October 2026 (4 hours ago)
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14 January 2027
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Your Mission
At INBRAIN we are developing intelligent neural technologies powered by graphene to create life-changing therapies for patients with neurological disorders. Bringing these innovations to patients requires a robust and scalable manufacturing environment built on advanced microfabrication processes exceptional engineering and a culture of continuous improvement.
We are looking for anEquipment & Automation Engineer to own and optimize the production equipment that enables our manufacturing this role you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of manufacturing equipment from specification and installation through qualification maintenance automation and continuous improvement.
You will work closely with Operations Facilities Quality and external partners to ensure equipment reliability support production growth and develop solutions that improve safety throughput and operational efficiency. This is a highly hands-on role with significant ownership and visibility across the organization.
We are looking for anEquipment & Automation Engineer to own and optimize the production equipment that enables our manufacturing this role you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of manufacturing equipment from specification and installation through qualification maintenance automation and continuous improvement.
You will work closely with Operations Facilities Quality and external partners to ensure equipment reliability support production growth and develop solutions that improve safety throughput and operational efficiency. This is a highly hands-on role with significant ownership and visibility across the organization.
What Youll Do
Equipment Reliability & Maintenance
- Own the reliability and maintenance strategy for assigned production equipment including predictive preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
- Lead complex troubleshooting root-cause investigations and corrective actions to minimize downtime and support manufacturing continuity.
- Monitor equipment performance failure trends and maintenance metrics to identify opportunities for reliability improvements and risk reduction.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment availability performance and operational efficiency.
Equipment Lifecycle & Capital Projects
- Define technical requirements and specifications for new production equipment tooling and critical spare parts supporting supplier selection and procurement activities.
- Lead equipment implementation projects from concept through installation commissioning qualification validation production release and operational handover.
- Develop equipment lifecycle plans and contribute to long-term manufacturing scalability and asset management strategies.
- Coordinate facility readiness activities including utilities infrastructure environmental controls safety requirements and equipment hookups.
Supplier & Stakeholder Management
- Act as the primary technical point of contact for equipment manufacturers and service providers ensuring effective collaboration and timely resolution of technical issues.
- Manage external suppliers and machine shops including technical drawings GD&T specifications statements of work and acceptance criteria.
- Partner closely with Operations Facilities Quality Procurement and external contractors to successfully deploy and maintain manufacturing capabilities.
Automation & Manufacturing Improvement
- Design and implement custom tools fixtures equipment modifications and automation solutions that improve equipment capability reliability safety throughput and productivity.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and enhance manufacturing efficiency through innovative engineering solutions.
- Support microfabrication operations and semiconductor-to-flexible-substrate integration through equipment and process-engineering projects.
Quality & Compliance
- Maintain equipment lifecycle documentation including maintenance plans qualification records calibration requirements risk assessments BOMs technical drawings and change-control documentation.
- Ensure equipment-related activities are executed in compliance with ISO 13485 requirements and internal quality procedures.
- Support qualification validation and change-control activities associated with new and existing equipment.
What Youll Bring
- Technical Diploma or Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics Industrial Electronics or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience working with semiconductor or advanced manufacturing equipment within maintenance reliability or equipment engineering functions.
- Strong hands-on experience with equipment troubleshooting maintenance installation and qualification.
- Experience managing technical suppliers service providers and external contractors.
- Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Professional working proficiency in English.
Nice to have
- Experience working in cleanroom manufacturing environments.
- Experience with automation robotics machine integration or custom equipment development.
- Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing MEMS flexible electronics or medical device production.
- Experience operating within regulated environments and quality management systems particularly ISO 13485.
Recruitment Process
We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and lead to better outcomes for our team our technology and the patients we serve. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued respected and empowered to succeed.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race ethnicity nationality gender identity or expression sexual orientation age disability religion or any other protected characteristic. We encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply even if they do not meet every qualification listed as we recognize that talent and potential come in many forms.
To ensure a positive candidate experience we aim to provide a transparent efficient and respectful hiring process with timely communication and feedback throughout.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race ethnicity nationality gender identity or expression sexual orientation age disability religion or any other protected characteristic. We encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply even if they do not meet every qualification listed as we recognize that talent and potential come in many forms.
To ensure a positive candidate experience we aim to provide a transparent efficient and respectful hiring process with timely communication and feedback throughout.
- People & Culture Screening (30 min) A brief introduction to learn about your background career aspirations and interest in INBRAIN.
- Business Case with Technical Interview(60 min) Take home business case and a technical interview with the team.
- Hiring Manager Interview (30 min) A deeper discussion focused on your experience technical expertise and alignment with the role and team.
- Culture Fit Interview (60 min)- Conversations with key stakeholder and People & Culture Representative.
Why us
Youll be part of a team pioneering the future of neurotechnology and developing innovative therapies that have the potential to transform patients lives. We combine ambitious science cutting-edge technology and a collaborative culture where talented people are empowered to make a real impact.
As we continue to scale youll have the opportunity to take ownership work alongside world-class experts and contribute to building a company at the forefront of neuroscience and medical innovation.
As we continue to scale youll have the opportunity to take ownership work alongside world-class experts and contribute to building a company at the forefront of neuroscience and medical innovation.
What We Offer
- 23 days of annual holiday
- Company-wide Christmas Break
- Private health insurance
- Flexible compensation benefits through Payflow
- Free Spanish classes
- Udemy learning account
- Annual training allowance to support your professional development
- A high-tech state-of-the-art office designed for collaboration and innovation
- Flexible and dynamic work environment with the opportunity to grow alongside the company
About us
At Inbrain Neuroelectronics we built our company around a simple belief: outstanding impact needs outstanding people.
Our mission is to transform the treatment of neurological disorders through neuroelectronic therapies that are safer smarter and more humancentered. We work at the intersection of neuroscience engineering and advanced materials but what truly drives us is the impact our work can have on patients lives.
Our culture is grounded in Integrity Firstwe hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards because the people we serve deserve nothing less. We are Human Powered valuing empathy collaboration and the diverse perspectives that make our ideas stronger. We encourage everyone to think like Game Changers challenging assumptions and pushing boundaries to unlock breakthroughs that once felt out of reach.
We act with Conscious Impact aware that every decisionfrom research to clinical translationshapes real futures. And we embrace aGrowth Mindsetcreating an environment where learning is continuous curiosity is celebrated and people are supported to stretch beyond their comfort zones.
At Inbrain youll join a team united by purpose and energized by possibility. If youre looking for a place where your talent can contribute to meaningful changeand where you can grow while helping others thriveyoull feel at home here.
Our mission is to transform the treatment of neurological disorders through neuroelectronic therapies that are safer smarter and more humancentered. We work at the intersection of neuroscience engineering and advanced materials but what truly drives us is the impact our work can have on patients lives.
Our culture is grounded in Integrity Firstwe hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards because the people we serve deserve nothing less. We are Human Powered valuing empathy collaboration and the diverse perspectives that make our ideas stronger. We encourage everyone to think like Game Changers challenging assumptions and pushing boundaries to unlock breakthroughs that once felt out of reach.
We act with Conscious Impact aware that every decisionfrom research to clinical translationshapes real futures. And we embrace aGrowth Mindsetcreating an environment where learning is continuous curiosity is celebrated and people are supported to stretch beyond their comfort zones.
At Inbrain youll join a team united by purpose and energized by possibility. If youre looking for a place where your talent can contribute to meaningful changeand where you can grow while helping others thriveyoull feel at home here.
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About Company
At Inbrain Neuroelectronics, we built our company around a simple belief: great science needs great people.Our mission is to transform the treatment of neurological disorders through neuroelectronic therapies that are safer, smarter, and more human‑centered. We work at the intersectio ... View more
