Principal Mechanical Engineer (Future Forward)

We are seeking a hands-on technical leader and architect of mechanical systems to spearhead the design and development of next-generation surgical robotics instruments platforms. This is a pivotal role in our Future Forward/Advanced Development teams ideally suited for a Principal or Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer with proven vision creativity and technical depth. You will own the mechanical system architecture from novel concept generation through product launch and scaling while fostering interdisciplinary innovation and mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical System Architecture & Design

• Architect design and develop complex electromechanical and robotic systems instruments and accessories for surgical applications.
• Direct the end-to-end engineering process: from user requirements and technical specifications to innovative concept generation prototyping and verification/validation.
• Guide technology and design decisions balancing system reliability manufacturability  risks and clinical needs.

Project & Technical Leadership

• Structure organize and lead multi-disciplinary R&D initiatives across the product lifecycle.
• Mentor engineers across several projects reviewing technical output and fostering best practices.
• Drive technical reviews risk analyses and contribute to regulatory/standards compliance.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with software electrical systems clinical and manufacturing teams throughout product development.
• Observe clinical procedures and collaborate with clinicians to inform design and use requirements.
• Present complex concepts and data clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Rapidly develop and iterate functional prototypes to realize candidate architectures and design solutions.
• Contribute to patent development and IP strategy.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements and facilitate knowledge sharing across teams.

Qualifications :

Required:

• Bachelors or Masters in Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics Systems Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience). Advanced degree is a plus.
• A minimum of 15 years of relevant engineering experience (medical device industry preferred).
• Deep expertise in the design of high-precision mechanisms electromechanical systems and complex tolerance stacks.
• Demonstrated leadership driving new product ideas from concept to launch in regulated environments.
• Mastery of engineering fundamentals including first-principles analysis FEA GD&T (ANSI Y14.5) materials design for reliability and manufacturability. and statistical analysis
• Highly proficient in CAD (SolidWorks preferred): complex assemblies production documentation and DFM/DFA.
• Proficient with rapid prototyping techniques.
• Track record of effective mentorship technical leadership and decision-making in cross-functional teams.
• Outstanding communication organizational and documentation abilities.

Preferred:

• Experience with the full medical device product development process and volume manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with robotic system architectures actuation kinematics and sensing.
• Experience in design transfer to manufacturing including test engineering and service.

Additional Information :

Other:

Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

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.

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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