Mechanical Engineer - Future Opportunity

At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.
As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare's hardest challenges and advance what is possible.
Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.
Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.
Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let's advance the world of minimally invasive care.

Primary Function:

At Intuitive, we’re transforming healthcare through innovative robotic surgical platforms that enhance patient outcomes and redefine surgical care. Our Future Forward team is a passionate, cross-functional group pioneering breakthrough instruments and accessories for next-generation surgical robotics. We’re seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to own mechanical engineering for novel surgical robotic products in an exciting new clinical application.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Design and assist the end-to-end development of groundbreaking surgical instruments and system accessories — from concept and prototyping through manufacturing and commercialization
• Work in a small, cross-functional team to define and develop technical specifications
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines (software, electrical, clinical, manufacturing)
• Contribute to and make conclusions based on risk assessments, industry standards, and regulatory frameworks
• Perform technical design reviews to solicit feedback on design progress
• Create and maintain SolidWorks CAD databases, including assemblies, components, and detailed drawings
• Observe clinical cases and participate in collaboration sessions with clinical experts to inform designs
• Provide support for pre-clinical and clinical labs

Skills, Experience, Education, & Training:

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering or scientific discipline, or equivalent work experience
• Typical minimum 4 years of relevant experience (Medical device and robotics experience preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional research and development teams
• Proficiency using CAD to design and document mechanisms (SolidWorks preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to design for manufacturing and assembly (DFx)
• Able to independently assess complex problems and situations to move projects forward
• Able to coordinate activities within organizations to drive deliverables
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Experience with design standards (ex. FDA QSR 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, IEC 60601)
• Experience with GD&T and other related ASME/ISO drafting standards
• Familiar with all phases of the product development lifecycle including design verification, design validation, and design transfer
• Familiar with Product Lifecycle Management documentation control systems
• Location & Commitment:
• This full-time role is based in Sunnyvale, CA. Relocation assistance is available.
• Travel up to 10%, including some international travel, may be required.

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.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

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.