Manager, Mechanical Engineering, Instruments & Accessories

Primary Function of Position

The Manager of Mechanical Engineering for Instruments and Accessories leads a small to medium-sized group of mechanical design engineers in the development of instrument and accessory products for use on the da Vinci system. The Manager is responsible for guiding their team through all phases of the product lifecycle from early feasibility through development launch and post-market improvements. The Manager contributes to cross-functional project teams and ensures efficient operation and development of their direct reports aligning group objectives with business needs and project goals.

Essential Job Duties

• Collaborate with other key functions to create product roadmaps and project plans that address customer and business needs.
• Work with Product Management Clinical Engineering and Human Factors Engineering to develop in-depth knowledge of customer requirements as they relate to da Vinci surgical instruments and accessories.
• Translate customer needs and business strategies into product proposals and project plans in collaboration with senior management and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Lead a team of direct reports and participate in cross-functional project teams through all stages of product development to deliver high-quality products on schedule.
• Utilize and teach Intuitives product development processes ensuring proper application within the team.
• Guide the creation of design requirements and solutions including concept design detailed design prototyping testing and refinement.
• Motivate train and oversee direct reports to ensure quality and quantity of output.
• Coordinate team activities with other groups interfacing with functions such as product management business development regulatory clinical engineering human factors industrial design and process & supplier engineering.
• Lead the team through ambiguity challenges and setbacks distilling complex information and setting objectives for project success.
• Develop project staffing plans schedules budgets and goals for the direct team.
• Ensure appropriate project documentation in accordance with Intuitives Quality Management System including design requirements design outputs FMEAs design verification and design reviews.
• Support the creation and protection of intellectual property.
• Facilitate successful design transfer through engagement with downstream functions including manufacturing engineering and supplier engineering.
• Build and maintain a capable direct team by recruiting developing and retaining talented individuals.
• Assign tasks set priorities and establish metrics to track progress toward group and individual goals.
• Manage drafters technicians and other support personnel as required.
• Assess employee performance providing regular coaching & feedback and addressing performance issues promptly.
• Support staff career development through thoughtful assignments and training opportunities.
• Manage lab equipment and resources to support effective team operations.

Qualifications :

Required Skills and Experience

• Selfless leader who inspires trust and commitment within the team through integrity passion and professional excellence.
• At least 8 years of experience designing mechanical products or relevant R&D experience.
• At least 1-3 years of experience as a people manager or leading teams through project management or team leadership efforts.
• Experience in medical device product development or similar highly regulated environment.
• Hands-on engineering manager with a proven ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Familiarity with all phases of the product development lifecycle including design implementation debug verification qualification and transfer.
• Strong design and analysis skills and knowledge of CAD and analysis tools.
• Professional communication skills; able to present effectively to leaders and cross-functional groups.
• Project management planning and change-management skills.
• Ability to lead and influence direct reports and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• People management abilities to ensure team success through staffing productivity and development.

Required Education and Training

• B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field required.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience taking one or more commercial products through the full design development and launch cycle.
• Knowledge and experience working on surgical instruments or similar products (e.g. catheters implants).
• Experience with robotic systems including sensors motors and drive trains is a plus.

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.

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

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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 governments 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).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employeesstart date which may or may not be flexible and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

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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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time