Senior Manufacturing Electrical Engineer

Primary Function of Position

This role is focused on system-level and PCA executionbringing up hardware debugging complex issues across subsystems and driving problems to resolution as products transition from prototype to production.

You will operate in a fast-paced startup-like environment within Intuitive where designs are still maturing and many critical issues only surface during integration. Youll be relied upon as a go-to problem solversomeone who steps into ambiguity diagnoses issues across electrical firmware and system interactions and gets hardware working reliably.

This is an electrical-first role with meaningful exposure to embedded/software interfaces (e.g. C-based platform interactions) but your core strength should be hands-on hardware debugging and system integration.

Essential Job Duties

Electrical Bring-Up & Systems Integration

• Lead bring-up of electrical subsystems & PCAs within complex robotic platforms

• Bring-up & integrate PCAs harnessing sensors etc. into functional systems

• Debug issues between subsystems (i.e. electrical software and system behavior)

• Develop deep understanding of real-world system performance and limitations

Debugging & Root Cause Ownership

• Serve as a primary fixer for complex ambiguous hardware and system issues

• Drive structured root cause analysis across electrical firmware and integration domains

• Perform hands-on debugging (probing rework instrumentation signal tracing)

• Own issues end-to-end: from initial symptom through validated fix

• Characterize electrical performance in-system (noise power integrity signal behavior)

Process & Manufacturing Support

• Partner with design and production teams to transition hardware from prototype to production (i.e. end-to-end NPI to Sustaining ownership)

• Identify testing gaps in coverage and proactively drive additional validation onsite and/or at vendor

• Troubleshoot build issues yield problems and field-relevant failure modes

• Support supplier interactions and resolve electrical/integration issues during builds

• Balance rapid iteration with the rigor required for a regulated medical device

• Own process and quality documentation to support manufacturing release (i.e. NCs EEs VRs MPIs MLS pFMEAs)

Cross-Functional Execution

• Work closely with firmware/software teams (including C platform layers) to debug system interactions

• Translate system-level issues into actionable insights for design teams

• Participate in design and integration reviews with a focus on robustness and testability

• Mentor & train team members in debugging manufacturing & test processes and structured problem-solving

Qualifications :

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong hands-on experience in board bring-up debugging and electrical integration.

• Proficient with lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes DMMs logic analyzers) and PCB rework.

• Solid foundation in analog digital and power systems including low-level signal debugging.

• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex cross-functional hardware and embedded system issues.

• Uses a structured hypothesis-driven approach to root cause analysis and problem-solving

• Experience supporting NPI and/or sustaining manufacturing phases including yield issues. and early manufacturability & test considerations.

• Communicates technical findings clearly takes ownership and drives solutions with cross-functional teams.

Require Education and Training

• BS MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

• Typical experience:

  • BS 7 years or

  • MS 5 years or

  • PhD 3 years

• Equivalent hands-on industry experience strongly considered

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with robotic or electromechanical systems.

• Familiarity with embedded systems and debugging software/hardware interactions (C exposure preferred).

• Experience in regulated industries (medical devices aerospace automotive).

• Experience with Python for test automation or data analysis.

• Background in high-reliability or safety-critical systems.

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

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 employeeswho 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 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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This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidates experience knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidates qualifications consistent with applicable law.

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