Job DescriptionRoles and Responsibilities:- Assisting with all aspects of early prototype builds, including fabrication and assembly, procurement and inspection of materials, rework of components, troubleshooting, and repair of prototype instruments
- Assembling prototypes per engineering design/instructions
- Work alongside engineers to fabricate and modify components using standard prototyping and manufacturing equipment, such as lathe, mill, and laser welder
- Debugging and performance testing of engineering prototypes
- Collecting, recording, and reporting test results
- Preparation of prototype instruments and accessories for benchtop testing and pre-clinical lab evaluations, organizing, overseeing, and collaborating with other groups to assemble and test prototypes.
- Creating prototype test and assembly fixtures, and providing input for the design of production fixtures
- Providing input for protocols and reports for engineering, qualification, and verification studies
- Setup, organization, and maintenance of engineering lab and equipment
- Documenting assembly procedures and training other technicians on assembly. Assisting in knowledge transfer to other groups / teams.
QualificationsSkills/Job Requirements: - Minimum 8 years' experience supporting a mechanical engineering group in a product development organization
- Minimum Associate of Science degree, or equivalent work experience
- Hands-on skills and knowledgeable in prototyping and manufacturing methods, including machine equipment, laser welding, soldering, microscopic wire and cable stripping, and adhesive bonding.
- Manual dexterity to assemble small components, with microscope or similar magnification
- Knowledge of catheter materials and manufacturing processes including laminating, braiding, bonding, flaring, and tipping.
- Ability to inspect components using metrology equipment (including calipers, micrometers, vision systems, CMM)
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office required, Solidworks experience desired
- Excellent organizational skills
- Able to work independently
Additional 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.
