Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

Primary Function of Position

The Mechanical Engineer must utilize creativity and sound engineering judgment in the design of parts and subassemblies of next generation mechanical systems for medical capital equipment. The Mechanical Engineer is expected to use machine design and analytical skills to conceptualize, develop, and verify new mechanical designs.

They are responsible for parts and assemblies from concept, design, verification, and product launch.  They provide technical leadership and inspire and guide and guide the team to successful product launches.

The Mechanical Engineer should be capable of making sound decisions when faced with time constraints and ambiguous or incomplete information typical a research and development environment.  They will interface with suppliers and manufacturing to build high-quality hardware prototypes and productize new designs. 

Essential Job Duties

• Design components and produce mechanical drawings in a regulated environment for volume manufacturing processes. May include billet machined parts, sheet metal enclosures, cast metal, injection molded plastic, sheet metal stamped, etc.

• Perform various types of detailed engineering analyses (tolerance stack, process simulation, structural FEA) to ensure fit/form/function of complex tooled parts

• Support production via troubleshooting process and component problems, acting as a primary troubleshooter for line down issue recovery

• Rapid development and iteration of full-scale prototypes of candidate designs and that satisfy design requirements.

• Collaborate with manufacturing to create product assembly tooling, fixtures and instructions.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience with machine design, preferably robot or mechanical systems design experience. Surgical product experience is a plus

• Experience in ASME Y14.5 GD&T

• Experience using CAD and creating technical drawings. SolidWorks experience preferred

• Comfortable with various phases of the product development lifecycle including design, implementation, debug, verification, qualification, and transfer

• Excellent communication (written, oral) and interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate effectively.   

Required Education and Training

Minimum of 5 years related experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics or equivalent; or 3 years experience and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience

Preferred Skills and Experience  

• Preferred to have proficiency performing FEA , tolerance stacks or other advanced analysis tools to design components or assemblies

• Preferred to have demonstrated effective collaboration with cross-functional teams like system analysts, field/clinical engineers, human factors, industrial design, UI design, etc.

• Preferred to have experience with design processes including Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (FMEA) and/or synthesizing design requirements for 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 employees
who 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 government’s 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 employee’s
start 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. 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

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.

Accommodation & Accessibility Notice:

Intuitive is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please contact People Services at [email protected].

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.

Min. Salary Region 1: 136100 USD
Min. Salary Region 2: 115700 USD
Max. Salary Region 2: 166500 USD
Max. Salary Region 1: 195900 USD