Graduate Engineer

Cambridge, UK          ·         Full time

Location: Cambridge, UK

Opto.bio is an early-stage, venture backed company developing implantable technologies which can interface with the human body to understand and treat underserved medical conditions. We are seeking those who are not only exceptional but have an ambition to push the boundaries of engineering and science to tackle some of the most complex biological disorders. Given the stage of the company we are seeking people who can move at a fast pace, work with a generalist “all hands on” approach and are eager to learn. It is essential that you can orient yourself to find and solve technical problems as we build. We encourage and look forward to diverse applicants joining us. Learn about our fruitful team here!

We are seeking a Graduate Electronics/Mechanical Engineer who will support the development of the electronics, packaging, and mechanical reliability of our implantable medical devices. You will be responsible for circuit building and testing, testing mechanical Insertion and removal techniques and device performance analytics. You will work cross-functionally with other members of the engineering team to prepare a robust, scalable medical device.

Responsibilities

• Develop rigs for mechanical testing.
• Provide detailed reports on device performance analytics (mechanical and electrical).
• Implement, test, and debug electronic circuits.
• Electrical characterisation of electrodes and materials.
• Support the development and testing of hermetic packaging.
• Coordinate with engineering projects to ensure parallel integration throughout product development cycle.
• Support the development of future product pipeline.

Qualifications/Key skills

• MS in engineering, physics, material science or equivalent (preferred specialisation: electronics, mechanical, materials or similar)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superb time management.
• A growth mindset.
• Strong communication and organisational skills to work collaboratively within a close team setting.
• A visceral need to be working on the toughest problems.

Bonus Skills

• Previous experience in a technical role.
• Familiarity with medical device development.
• Knowledge of electronics design, building and testing.
• Knowledge of mechanical/materials failure testing.
• Experience working with external consultants, manufacturers, or suppliers.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Flexible holidays
• Team away day
• Office with complimentary barista coffee, and the beer taps are on every day…
• Travel opportunities with collaborators in the UK, EU, US, and Singapore
• Equity + competitive salary

If you are passionate about innovation in healthcare, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to hello@opto.bio to apply for this position.

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