12+ years of board design experience (10 years with Master's, 7 years with PhD) from concept to production.
Expertise in mixed signal board level PCA/PCB design.
Experience with mechatronics circuits and motor control.
Knowledge of point of load power regulation and switched mode power supplies.
Strong leadership skills for departmental and cross-functional projects.
Proven debugging abilities and design for electromagnetic compliance (EMC).
Familiarity with transmission line theory and signal integrity.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and specifications for new designs.
Implement detailed designs in schematic form and oversee layout processes.
Work with Firmware and Software engineers to test and validate designs.
Solicit feedback for iterative design improvements focusing on serviceability and performance.
Develop and execute test protocols to ensure designs meet specifications.
Assist in transitioning designs into production with NPI and engineering teams.
Act as a technical lead and mentor junior engineers.
Benefits
Market-competitive compensation packages including base pay and incentives.
Equity options available.
Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Primary Function of the Position
We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to contribute towards complex mixed signal designs for next-generation surgical robotic systems. The person in this position will work closely with Electrical, Firmware, Software, and Mechanical Engineers and develop designs for upcoming production versions of Intuitive products.
Essential Job Duties
Collaborate in a cross-functional team to develop requirements and specifications for new designs.
Implement detailed designs in schematic form and see design through layout.
Collaborate with Firmware and Software engineering to bring-up designs and test functionality.
Solicit feedback and implement iterative improvements on designs based on DFM/DFA/DFT, serviceability, reliability, longevity, and performance.
Develop and execute test protocols and verify designs meet requirements and specifications.
Collaborate with NPI and other engineering functions to transition designs into production.
Contribute towards system level design decisions.
Act as a technical lead within the group and mentor more junior members.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience
At least 12 years of board design experience (or 10 years with Master's and 7 years with PhD), taking designs from concept all the way to production.
Mixed signal board level PCA/PCB design.
Experience implementing mechatronics circuits or other motor control.
Familiarity with designing point of load power regulation and switched mode power supplies alongside sensitive analog circuits.
Ability to lead departmental and cross-functional projects and teams.
Proven debug skills.
Design for electromagnetic compliance (EMC).
Transmission line theory and signal integrity.
Familiarity with cables, connectors, PCB materials, and mechanical assemblies.
Demonstrated record of effectively taking the lead in communicating with and influencing senior stakeholders on technical decisions and project goals/timelines.
Strong communication skills.
Fluent in OrCAD and Allegro schematic and layout software (or equivalent).
Experience with scripting languages (e.g. JavaScript, Python, etc.) or embedded C.
Some experience with Verilog and FPGA design flows
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.
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.
About Intuitive Surgical, Inc
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is an American corporation that develops, manufactures, and markets robotic products designed to improve clinical outcomes of patients through minimally invasive surgery, most notably with the da Vinci Surgical System. The company is part of the NASDAQ-100 and S&P 500. Intuitive Surgical has installed more than 5,000 surgical systems worldwide, and has more than 4,000 employees.
