Manufacturing Intern, Surgery & Robot Hardware

The role

The Robot Manufacturing Intern will contribute to the production and scaling of advanced surgical robotic systems. The role focuses on developing processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring the quality and reliability of critical hardware.

What you will do

• Assist in the assembly, testing, and documentation of robotic components and systems.
• Identify and implement improvements to existing manufacturing workflows.
• Create and maintain detailed manufacturing work instructions, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
• Work on the design and fabrication of jigs, fixtures, and production aids.
• Perform in-process quality checks and contribute to failure analysis and root cause investigations.
• Collect, analyze, and report on manufacturing data to track key performance indicators.

Required qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely-related engineering field.
• Demonstrated passion and aptitude for hands-on technical work, manufacturing, or robotics, evidenced by relevant coursework, technical clubs, or personal projects.
• Strong foundational understanding of physics and mathematics relevant to engineering principles.
• Proven ability to be highly detail-oriented and organized in a high-precision environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for creating clear documentation and collaborating with a technical team.
• Must be able to commit to a full-time intern schedule.

Nice to have

• Prior hands-on experience in a manufacturing or lab environment related to robotics or high-precision assembly
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD software for designing production aids and tooling
• Familiarity with regulated environments (e.g., medical device, ISO 13485) and Quality Management Systems (QMS) documentation

Benefits

• An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
• Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
• Paid holidays
• Commuter benefits
• Meals provided

About the company

Neuralink is creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain to restore movement to the paralyzed and sight to the blind.