Job DescriptionPrimary Function of PositionThe Future Forward group within Intuitive Surgical is searching for a Mechanical Engineer to help design the endoscope system for a novel robotic surgical platform. As an early member of the team, this role is an exciting opportunity to help define the eventual product from early prototypes through clinical trials and into product launch.
Essential Job Duties As part of the New Product Development team, the engineer will work with team members to:
- Design mechanical components of endoscopes including:
- pullwires and transmission components
- Machined and injection molded components
- Work with vendors to deliver initial prototypes through production parts
- Assemble and test early prototypes and use results to improve next round of designs
- Conduct modeling and simulation tasks of key design elements and use results to inform design
- Finalize mechanical requirements and specifications for the design
- Design tooling and fixtures for prototyping and testing
- Support documentation of designs and test results
- Generate design concepts for next generation endoscopic devices
QualificationsRequired Skills and Experience- Minimum 3 years experience designing complex mechanical assemblies
- Hands-on experience assembling and testing complex mechanical assemblies
- Proficiency in CAD with strong preference for SolidWorks
- Experience applying finite element analysis and other analysis methods to design of mechanical parts
- Experience with GD&T and other related ASME/ISO drafting standards
- Proven ability to work well with others
- Good documentation skills
Required Education and Training- BS in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field
Working ConditionsAdditional InformationDue 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.
This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate's experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate's 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.
