Intuitive
medical device
StaffMechanicalDesignEngineer,MPSystems
“Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, MP Systems at Intuitive. Skills: mechanical design, root cause investigation, cross-functional leadership, product scalability. Design, develop and verify modifications to robotic or other complex mechanisms. Lead mechanical design of components and subsystems for da Vinci systems”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver high-quality, innovative engineering solutions that support Intuitive’s mission to advance minimally invasive care; Support team development; Improve outcomes around the world
Industry & Context.
resolve complex mechanical and manufacturing challenges; complex root cause investigation and solutions; structured problem-solving methods; Demonstrated ability to lead root cause investigations
May involve extended periods of computer-based design and analysis work, Comfortable occasionally working in lab environments, including prototype assembly, mechanical testing, and safe use of standard mechanical tools and fixtures, Able to lift and handle 25 pounds, Occasional travel to supplier and manufacturing sites may be required, Minimum of four days on-site per week in Sunnyvale
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, Minimum of 12 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree, 10 years with a Masters or PhD, Foundation in mechanical design and analysis, including tolerance stack-ups, GD&T, FEA, materials selection, and DFM/DFA, Demonstrated ability to apply these principles to deliver robust, production-ready designs, Proficient with CAD, simulation, and PLM tools such as SolidWorks, ANSYS, Windchill, Demonstrated ability to lead root cause investigations, Effective communicator with experience influencing technical and business decisions through cross-functional presentations, Demonstrated experience mentoring junior engineers and collaboration across various functions
Nice to Have
Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, Experience in regulated industries (e.g., medical devices, aerospace, automotive) with working knowledge of standards and documentation frameworks such as ISO 13485, FDA QSR, IEC 60601, ISO 14971, ASTM standards, DHF, FMEA, and V&V protocols, Experience integrating electrical and mechanical subassemblies into complex systems (thermal, structural, wiring, PCAs etc), Experience with requirements architecture, interface controls in, in electromechanical systems, Experience supporting post-market performance through reliability engineering, serviceability design, or field failure analysis, Comfortable with all phases of the product development lifecycle including design, analysis, debug, verification, transfer to manufacturing, and sustainment, Track record of leading departmental and cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives from concept through completion
What You'll Do.
develop and verify modifications to robotic or other complex mechanisms
Lead mechanical design of components and subsystems for da Vinci systems
Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methods
Support CAPA activities per quality system procedures
Partner with suppliers and Supplier Engineers to assess capabilities
resolve process issues
and ensure parts meet design specifications
Identify and implement best practices between teams and engineering departments
Generate and maintain design control documentation
Contribute to risk management activities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work in or lead cross-functional project teams; Drive cross-functional decision-making; Collaborating with Engineering, Clinical, Human Factors, Industrial Design, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Quality, and Regulatory; Demonstrated experience mentoring junior engineers and collaboration across various functions; Identify and implement best practices between teams and engineering departments; Deliver impactful technical presentations to staff, leadership, and cross-functional teams
Communication Scope
Effective communicator; experience influencing technical and business decisions through cross-functional presentations; Deliver impactful technical presentations to staff, leadership, and cross-functional teams, articulating trade-offs and design rationale
Process & Methodology
Lead cross-functional project teams, Drive decisions that align with program goals, Lead departmental and cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives from concept through completion
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