Assembly Technician Contractor

Augmental is an MIT Media Lab spinoff dedicated to redefining human-computer interaction. We're pioneering the development of intraoral wearable devices designed to revolutionize computer control and health monitoring. Our team of ambitious scientists, engineers, and designers are on a mission to create technology that not only enhances human capability and longevity, but also levels the playing field for those living with disabilities. We invite you to join us in developing the future of intraoral devices and hands-free computing!

As the MouthPad^ Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for physically assembling MouthPads^ and Charging cases. These are delicate and largely manual processes which require the use of a variety of hand and power tools to complete. As you assemble MouthPads^, you will also perform various Quality Assurance tasks, fulfillment tasks, and documentation duties, recording environmental conditions, anomalies, and MouthPad^ functioning. As you become familiar with the manufacturing process, you will work with engineers to improve and refine it.

This is an in-person contractor position, and will require your presence at our San Francisco facility. You will be expected to work approximately 20 hours per week, with the potential to scale up to 40 hours per week based on production needs.

• You must be willing to always wear proper (provided) PPE while working, including Gloves, Respirators, and different types of Safety Goggles. This is for your protection and the protection of our customers.
• You must be able to follow long and complex procedures.
• You must understand the value of clear and concise documentation and be willing to create it.

• Strong attention to detail
• Good manual dexterity. Experience working with electronics or making jewelry may be helpful.
• Good engineering and physical intuition and first-principles understanding.

• Familiarity with CAD software like Rhino, Blender, Onshape, Fusion, etc.
• Familiarity with 3D Printer operation (especially resin printers)
• Familiarity with Laboratory or Clean environments
• Hands-on fabrication experience

Starting rate: $25/hr (contractor), approximately 20 hours per week with the potential to scale to 40 hours per week.

Hourly rate is subject to increase as productivity and quality goals are met consistently. This is a contractor role and is not eligible for employee benefits.

Candidates are invited to submit their resume and/or a portfolio showcasing relevant experience and interest in the position to jobs@augmental.tech. Please include the role you are applying for in the subject line.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet enough listed criteria, when in fact they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Join our team for a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on work in a fast-paced, proactive environment. Together, we'll dream big, fail often, and rapidly iterate through prototypes, with the ultimate goal of creating life-changing technology.