Mechanical Engineer Onsite for Robotic Surgery Vision Systems

Intuitive; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive, a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery, seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer for the Multiport unit. You will develop electro-mechanical sub-systems from concept to prototype, interfacing with design, electrical, optics, software, and manufacturing teams.

You will perform mechanical analysis, create 3D CAD models (SolidWorks), generate drawings and specs, and contribute to design for reliability and manufacturability. Strong collaboration and documentation skills are required.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related with 5+ years in medical, commercial and/or consumer products.
• Experience with thermal, stress, and fatigue testing.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and GD&T.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Hands-on prototyping and tooling experience.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and review electro-mechanical assemblies, create CAD, thermal and mechanical models and simulations.
• Design, develop, and test mechanical components and assemblies for surgical vision systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electrical, mechanical, optics, software, firmware, and test).
• Interface with vendors to identify materials and provide technical support.
• Document specifications and IP, and support manufacturing transfer.

Skills

Mechanical analysis

FEA tools

SolidWorks

GD&T

Prototyping

Documentation

Team communication

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS/PhD (with 3 years)

Tools

CNC Mill

CNC Lathe

Laser Cutter

Job description

Intuitive, a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery, seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer for the Multiport unit. You will develop electro-mechanical sub-systems from concept to prototype, interfacing with design, electrical, optics, software, and manufacturing teams.

You will perform mechanical analysis, create 3D CAD models (SolidWorks), generate drawings and specs, and contribute to design for reliability and manufacturability. Strong collaboration and documentation skills are required.