Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

About the role

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at Intuitive is responsible for developing, documenting, and validating new product designs of the da Vinci® Surgical System and improving existing designs to meet customer needs. This role requires a deep understanding of design input, output, requirement traceability, and FMEA risk analysis.

Responsibilities

• Create new product architectures for next generation instruments
• Conceptualize and analyze complex electro-mechanical assemblies, create theoretical models, conduct empirical confirmation, and perform computer assisted simulations
• Design and develop mechanical parts and assemblies, considering mechanical design, kinematics, materials (plastics & metals), and manufacturability
• Create product functional requirements and design specifications
• Perform design FMEA and support other risk analyses (clinical, process, supplier)
• Develop and perform component verification testing and product validation testing
• Provide engineering support to Manufacturing, Clinical, and Test Engineering teams to facilitate transfer of designs
• Collaborate with remote/hybrid team members and multi-disciplinary teams
• Identify and research new vendors/processes to manufacture components

Requirements

• Comfortable with all phases of the product development lifecycle including design, analysis, debug, verification, and transfer to manufacturing
• Understand concepts of design input, design output, requirement traceability, and FMEA risk analysis
• Technical expertise with mechanism design, robotics, and/or medical products
• Mechanical analysis including statics, dynamics, kinematics, stress, fatigue, thermal, and reliability
• Design, analyze, and document components, structures, and mechanical assemblies in SolidWorks or similar CAD software
• Strong understanding of component or material selection criteria, and design for reliability and manufacturability
• Demonstrated knowledge of a wide variety of manufacturing processes with emphasis on high-volume processes
• Technical communication skills with suppliers
• Proficient in GD&T and tolerance stack analysis
• Strong hands-on prototyping skills such as 3D Printing and machine shop equipment
• Designing and executing experiments on strength or function
• Capable of using MATLAB to create or modify test scripts and system software
• Proficiency in failure analysis tools
• Manufacturing process development and creation of assembly instructions
• Demonstrated excitement to learn and quickly analyze tough technical problems
• Passion for creating robust, reliable products with a strong commitment to quality
• Sense of shared responsibility and reward
• Able to communicate effectively (written, oral) across all levels and organizations
• Skilled in digital collaboration tools in hybrid team environment
• Able to lead and mentor other engineers

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Biomedical or other engineering discipline may be acceptable with appropriate mechanical experience
• Minimum 8 years of experience designing and manufacturing electromechanical products (6 years with Master’s degree or 3 years with PhD). Work experience in an FDA or other regulated industry preferred

Additional Information

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices
U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR 743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status. Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).

If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications.

The target compensation ranges are listed.

Base Salary Range
Region 1: $162,800 - $234,200
Base Salary Range
Region 2: $138,400 - $199,100

Shift: Day
Workplace Type: Set Schedule - This job will be onsite weekly, the percentage of onsite work will be defined by the leader.