Prototype Mechanical Technician – Endoscope Tools

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive Surgical in Sunnyvale, CA, seeks a skilled prototype technician to support early development in a fully onsite role. You will assist with fabrication, component modification, and lab testing of engineering prototypes, helping engineers refine designs and prepare for benchtop and pre-clinical evaluations.

Applicants should have 8+ years in mechanical engineering support, AS degree, and hands-on experience with prototyping methods, metrology, and precision assembly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience supporting a mechanical engineering group in a product development organization.
• Hands-on prototyping and manufacturing experience with machine equipment, laser welding, soldering, microscopy, and bonding.
• Knowledge of catheter materials and manufacturing processes including laminating, braiding, bonding, flaring, and tipping.

Responsibilities

• Assist 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.
• 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.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Prototyping

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Associate of Science degree

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Laser welder

Micrometer

CMM

Job description

Intuitive Surgical in Sunnyvale, CA, seeks a skilled prototype technician to support early development in a fully onsite role. You will assist with fabrication, component modification, and lab testing of engineering prototypes, helping engineers refine designs and prepare for benchtop and pre-clinical evaluations.

Applicants should have 8+ years in mechanical engineering support, AS degree, and hands-on experience with prototyping methods, metrology, and precision assembly.