Robotics Mechanical Design Engineering Manager

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 254,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is seeking a Manager of Mechanical Design Engineering to lead cross-functional teams that maintain and improve the design, production, and service of the da Vinci family systems.

The role combines hands-on technical contribution with leadership of deeply technical engineers to enhance performance, cost, and reliability across electromechanical components and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience designing and manufacturing electromechanical products.
• 1-3 years as a people manager or similar leadership responsibility.
• Fluency in ASME Y14.5 GD&T and tolerance stack analysis.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Leads cross-functional project teams to design, develop and verify modifications to robotic or other complex mechanisms.
• Develop and implement design verification/validation test protocols and document results.
• Identify, develop, and implement alternate fabrication methods to reduce cost and improve supply chain strength.
• Provide administrative leadership for planning, staffing, budgeting, and cost tracking.
• Mentor and train team members through coaching and departmental initiatives.
• Support quality/regulatory initiatives and respond to customer concerns.

Skills

Mechanism design

Robotics

Design verification

Project leadership

Documentation

Manufacturing processes

Statics and dynamics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

8+ years electromechanical design experience

ASME Y14.5 GD&T knowledge

Tools

SolidWorks

CNC machining

Finite element analysis

Job description

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is seeking a Manager of Mechanical Design Engineering to lead cross-functional teams that maintain and improve the design, production, and service of the da Vinci family systems.

The role combines hands-on technical contribution with leadership of deeply technical engineers to enhance performance, cost, and reliability across electromechanical components and manufacturing processes.