About the Role
Level Zero is pioneering next-generation biosensor technology for precise, real-time monitoring of critical endocrine biomarkers. We are seeking driven innovators to join us in pushing the boundaries of biosensing and health tech, making personalized health monitoring a reality for everyone.
Responsibilities
- Own the mechanical design and development of plastic components for a wearable device and pump system.
- Design robust injection molded plastic parts from concept through to production release.
- Produce high-quality 3D CAD models, assemblies and engineering drawings to manufacturing standards.
- Perform tolerance analysis and tolerance stack-ups to ensure robust product performance and manufacturability.
- Create detailed design specifications, engineering requirements and mechanical architecture documentation.
- Develop, refine and execute verification test methods to evaluate product performance and reliability.
- Plan and conduct engineering testing, analyze results and iterate designs based on data.
- Lead mechanical investigations, identify root causes of failures and implement effective design improvements.
- Apply human-centered design practices by conducting human factors studies, usability evaluations, and user research sessions, translating findings into actionable product and design improvements.
- Work closely with external suppliers and manufacturing partners to develop production-ready components.
- Specify and qualify bought-in components and work with suppliers to integrate them into the product.
- Collaborate closely with electronics, systems, quality, manufacturing and industrial design teams.
- Balance technical performance, usability, reliability, manufacturability and cost throughout the design process.
- Contribute to early-stage R&D, collaborating with engineering leadership to define and refine future design iterations.
Requirements
- Master’s degree with 2 - 4 years of industry experience, in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience designing products with user needs at the center of development.
- Experience designing pump systems, valves, diaphragms or other fluid handling mechanisms.
- Experience designing leak-tight assemblies and developing leak test methods.
- Excellent CAD & drafting skills including complex assemblies and surfacing where appropriate with strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T and manufacturing tolerances.
- Experience performing tolerance stack analysis and applying statistical tolerancing where appropriate.
- Experience creating engineering documentation including design specifications and product requirements.
- Experience applying DFM, DFA and DFMA principles.
- Experience working with external suppliers, manufacturers and tooling vendors.
- Experience creating and refining mechanical test methods and verification plans.
- Experience with DFMEA, PFMEA and structured engineering risk management.
- Strong experience designing injection molded plastic components for volume manufacture.
- Experience attending tooling trials, evaluating molded parts and resolving manufacturing issues.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot mechanical failures using structured root cause analysis.
- Understanding of assembly methods including snap fits, heat staking, ultrasonic welding, adhesives or overmoulding.
- Experience with engineering change control, product release processes and PLM systems.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Comfortable taking ownership of significant subsystems while working with appropriate technical guidance.
- Experience with design of devices for extraction of dermal interstitial fluid.
- Experience designing wearable medical devices.
- Knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 14971 or equivalent quality systems.
- Experience with verification and validation (V&V) testing.
- Experience with reliability, environmental, fatigue or life-cycle testing.
- Experience designing precision mechanical mechanisms.
- Experience working with miniature or highly integrated assemblies.
- Experience with rapid prototyping, machining and 3D printing.
- Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical data analysis.
- Experience supporting pilot builds, manufacturing scale-up and production transfer.
- Basic FEA experience for structural or thermal assessment.
- Prior work in a start-up or small company environment.
- Prior work in medical device development.
Skills
- Mechanical Design
- Plastic Component Design
- Injection Molding
- 3D CAD Modeling
- Engineering Drawings
- Tolerance Analysis
- GD&T
- DFM/DFA/DFMA
- Risk Management (DFMEA, PFMEA)
- Root Cause Analysis
- Assembly Methods
- Engineering Change Control
- PLM Systems
- Human-Centered Design
- Usability Evaluation
- User Research
- Fluid Handling Mechanisms
- Leak Testing
- Verification Testing
- Reliability Testing
- Prototyping
- Machining
- 3D Printing
- DOE
- Statistical Data Analysis
- FEA
Location
- New York
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2 - 4 years industry experience
- Startup experience
- Medical device development experience
Education Level
- Master’s degree
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive salary and equity options
Benefits
- Equity options
- Collaboration with founding team
- Access to industry experts and thought leaders
- Opportunities for leadership and career advancement
- Travel to New York and other potential sites for R&D purposes
- Work on cutting-edge technology
- Shape strategic decisions
- Drive innovation at an early-stage venture
About the Company
- Level Zero is pioneering next-generation biosensor technology for precise, real-time monitoring of critical endocrine biomarkers.
- Recognized as one of the top 20 startups across all categories worldwide at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024.
- Backed by top-tier organizations like Redalpine, SOSV, and Entrepreneur First.
- Pushing the boundaries of biochemistry and nanotechnology to revolutionize personalized health.
- Founded by two seasoned engineers with extensive experience in R&D, technical innovation, and commercial strategy.
- Mission: to revolutionize health management by delivering clinical-grade data directly to individuals, wherever they are.
- Assembling the best team in the world dedicated to turning cutting-edge science into life-changing, real-world solutions.
Equal Opportunity
- We value culture as much as we value technical expertise, creating an environment that’s equal parts collaboration, curiosity, and fun.
- We’re a fast-paced, mission-driven young team on a quest to make a lasting impact, fueled by uncompromising integrity, unwavering support for one another, and the thrill of exploring uncharted territories.
- Our passion for excellence drives everything we do, and we welcome individuals who share our commitment to shaping the future.
- We value integrity, honesty, and transparency.
- We encourage self-starters who love diving into the unknown, collaborating on complex problems, and taking full ownership of results.
- We value open, clear communication and see every piece of feedback as a springboard for growth.
- We are motivated by creating real impact, particularly when it comes to advancing human health.
- We strike a balance between independence and collaboration.
- We encourage confidence in defending ideas, while also valuing respectful, constructive debate.
- We thrive in the dynamic atmosphere of a startup, constantly evolving skill sets and fearlessly applying what we learn.
- If your skills and experience do not align perfectly with this role, yet you believe you have something unique to offer, we're keen to listen. Reach out to us with a short statement on how you can contribute and let's discuss where you might fit into our team.
